| Facilities: There are no facilities provided at Alder Trail. Gas, food, and lodging can be found in Mesa. Best Time To Visit: Alder Trail is open spring through fall, depending on weather. Fees: No fee is charged. Accessibility: Unknown Rules: Neither motorized or mechanized transport are permitted on this trail. The maximum group size is 15; the maximum amount of saddle or pack animals of any kind is 15 per group. Horseback riding is not recommended. Directions: To reach Alder Trail from Mesa, travel north on State Highway 87 (the "Beeline") to Four Peaks Road 143; this is 11.5 miles north of the Verde River Bridge and just past the Desert Vista Rest Stop. Turn right and go 2.5 miles to Forest Road 401. Turn right and drive 4.4 miles to Cottonwood Camp. The road turns to 4WD-only beyond here for another 5.8 miles to Cane Spring. A 4WD vehicle is required to reach this trailhead, but travel is not recommended for any type of vehicle. Map: Click here for a map to Alder Trail Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted at Alder Trail. | 
