| Facilities: There are no facilities provided at Soldier Camp Trail. Gas, food, and lodging can be found in Mesa. Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted at Soldier Camp Trail. Best Time To Visit: Soldier Camp Trail is open spring through fall, depending on the 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. Directions: To reach Soldier Camp Trail from Mesa, travel north on State Highway 87. At 11.5 miles north of the Verde River Bridge (and just past the Desert Vista Rest Stop) turn right (east) onto Forest Road 143. Follow Forest Road 143 for 16 miles from State Highway 87. A high-clearance vehicle is recommended. The trailhead is a small pull-off on the south side of the road. |