Martin Canyon Trail #103

Martin Canyon Trail #103


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Martin Canyon Trail #103, which borders but does not enter the Woodchute Wilderness, was originally built many years ago with a bulldozer. The purpose was to build and gain access to the water tanks in Martin Canyon. Starting near Turkey Tank, the trail descends a small drainage to the northeast for about 0.7 miles to where it enters Martin Canyon.

From Martin Canyon Tank, the trail heads northwest, staying in the canyon bottom for almost its entire length. At about mile 4.25 the trail turns sharply south for 0.6 miles to where it ends at James Tank.

In 5.0 miles this trail experiences a total elevation change of 2,000 feet but is mostly downhill and can be considered a moderate hike. This trail allows hikers, equestrians, and motorized vehicles less than 40 inches wide.

Facilities: Martin Canyon Trail #103 has no facilities. Water, picnic tables, toilets, and camping are available at Potato Patch Family Campground.

Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted for Martin Canyon Trail #103.

Best Time To Visit: Spring, fall, and winter are the best times to use Martin Canyon Trail #103.

Fees: This trail is free to use.

Accessibility: This trail has no handicap access.

Rules: Motor vehicles less than 40 inches wide are permitted.

Directions: To reach Martin Canyon Trail #103 from Highway 89A and the Potato Patch Campground, take Forest Road 106 west for 2.0 miles past Hickey Tanks to the intersection of 106A and Forest Road 9710W. Take Forest Road 9710W north for 0.6 miles to where the trailhead is located just west of Turkey Tank.

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Martin Canyon Trail #103

Woodchute Wilderness

Address

Prescott National Forest

735 N. Hwy. 89

Chino Valley, Arizona 86323

Phone
General: (928) 777-2200

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