| Facilities: There are no facilities provided at Gold Ridge Trail. Gas, food, and lodging can be found in Payson. Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted for Gold Ridge Trail. Best Time To Visit: Gold Ridge Trail is open spring through fall, depending on the weather. Fees: No fee is charged. Accessibility: Unknown Rules: ATVs must be no wider than 40 inches. Directions: To reach Gold Ridge Trail from Payson, travel south on State Highway 87 to the Slate Creek Divide. Turn right (north) up Forest Road 201 for 7 miles to its end. This road gets progressively rougher and may require 4WD. Not recommended for horse-trailers or sedans. To reach Gold Ridge Trail from Payson, travel south on State Highway 87, the trailhead is located right off the highway on the right side. | |
