| Mountain Biking In National Forests |
| | Prescott National Forest | | The 1.25 million acres of the Prescott National Forest are located in the mountains of central Arizona. Forest ctivities include camping, picnicking, fishing, hunting, scenic drives, nature photography, mountain climbing, hiking, and horseback riding. The forest contains 10 campgrounds, 4 group reservation campgrounds, 7 picnic areas, and 2 group reservation picnic areas. Nearly 450 miles of scenic trails for hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, or mountain biking are offered on the Prescott National Forest. | |
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| Trails |
| | Black Canyon Trail | | This is an excellent hiking and riding trail that provides panoramic views of the Verde Valley, the red rock country above Sedona, and as far as the San Francisco Peaks. This 6.6-mile trail climbs 2,300 feet in elevation, before reaching 6,400 feet making it a moderately difficult trail. | |
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| | Coleman Trail | | This is a difficult 1.95-mile hike, up to 6,900 feet in elevation. Typical of this pine-covered high-elevation area, there are good views of the Verde Valley, the Cottonwood area, and the red rock country above Sedona. | |
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| | Gaddes Canyon Trail | | This trail is popular with campers on Mingus Mountain, because it provides an easy day hike from the campground to the points overlooking Gaddes Canyon. The path is moderately difficult hike, as it climbs 800 feet in elevation, to reach 6,900 feet. | |
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