Escudilla National Recreation Trail

Escudilla National Recreation Trail


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Escudilla National Recreation Trail is the trail that leads up to the top of Escudilla Mountain, the third tallest mountain in Arizona. The trail starts in an area where the large wildfire of 1951 burned, which is noticeable by the number of burnt stumps in the area. It then traverses through a grove of aspen, and then it alternates between stands of aspen, spruce, and fir with some meadows thrown in for good measure.

Several overlooks along the trail present overwhelming views. Escudilla Mountain is the third largest mountain in the state and that means that the temperatures are relatively cool year round. There is a Forest Service fire tower located at the summit, which can offer an even higher vantage point from which to see the San Francisco Peaks, the Blue Ridge Primitive Area, and even Mt Graham.

This trail is 3 miles long and is rated as a moderate. Hiking and horseback riding are acceptable means to travel this trail.

Facilities: There are no facilities provided at Escudilla National Recreation Trail. Lodging, food, and gas can be found in Alpine.

Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted at Escudilla National Recreation Trail.

Best Time To Visit: Escudilla National Recreation Trail is open from May through October.

Fees: No fees are charged.

Accessibility: Unknown

Rules: Unknown

Directions: To reach Escudilla National Recreation Trail from Springerville, travel south on U.S. Highway 191 to Forest Road 56.Turn left on Forest Road 56 and follow it 3.6 miles to Terry Flat. Take the left fork past Tool Box Draw 0.5 miles to the trailhead.

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Escudilla National Recreation Trail

Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

Address

Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

P.O. Box 469

Alpine, Arizona 85920

Phone
General: (928) 339-4384
TTY: (928) 339-4566

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