West Fork Trail #108

West Fork Trail #108


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West Fork Trail #108 begins at the southwest corner of the parking area and leads a short distance to a footbridge over Oak Creek. The trail proceeds south for 0.25 miles, passing the ruins of historic Mayhew Lodge, to the mouth of the West Fork of Oak Creek. The trail is wheelchair accessible to this point.

It then turns upstream and follows spring-fed West Fork through a narrow, rugged canyon walled by towering red cliffs. The trail has a gradual grade and is shaded by the canyon walls and tall pine, fir and oak trees. It crosses the stream many times, requiring easy boulder hops or shallow wading. Views, though limited by the canyon walls, are spectacular. The maintained trail ends at 3.25 miles. The path continues for another 11 miles to Forest Road 231 on the rim, but going on requires wading in cold, deep water. The trail's length of 3.25 miles and a total elevation change of 150 feet amount to a reasonably easy hike.

Facilities: Restrooms are available for West Fork Trail #108.

Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted for West Fork Trail #108.

Best Time To Visit: West Fork Trail #108 is open year-round.

Fees: There is a fee to use this trail.

Accessibility: The first 0.25 miles of this trail is handicap accessible.

Rules: This trail is for daytime use only. Leashed pets are allowed. Water in the creek must be treated before drinking.

Directions: To reach West Fork Trail #108 from the junction of Highways 89A and 179 in Sedona, take 89A north 10.5 miles to the Call of the Canyon Day Use Area (on left just past milepost 384).

Attractions Near
West Fork Trail #108

Oak Creek

Address

Red Rock Ranger District

P.O. Box 300

Sedona, Arizona 86339

Phone
General: (928) 282-4119

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