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	Flagstaff, Arizona Wildlife Viewing Bird Watching Mammals Bird Watching Arboretum at Flagstaff The arboretum has 8 acres of gardens and natural habitats, with 2,500 plant species. Visitors to the Arboretum at Flagstaff may take a guided tour, walk the many pathways through the arboretum, or shop at the gift shop. Ashurst Lake This lake is stocked with rainbow trout, channel catfish, and northern pike for visiting anglers. The lake is also open to many water sports, as well as bird watching. Ashurst Lake Campground This campground has 25 single unit sites, located on the lakeshore among juniper and pinyon trees. Tents and small RV's are permitted. RV trailers and motorhomes must be less than 22 feet. Double Springs Campground The campground has 27 single unit sites in a ponderosa pine and white fir forest. The campground caters to tent and small RV campers, up to 16 feet. Forked Pine Campground Forked Pine Campground has 25 sites at 7,000 feet elevation, located on the lakeshore among juniper and pinon trees. Tents and small RV's are permitted. Kendrick Park Watchable Wildlife Area Lots of wildlife lives at the Kendrick Park Watchable Wildlife Area. Visitors may experience the presence of a wide variety of bird, insect, and animal life in this unique area. Kinnikinick Lake Kinnikinick Lake provides fishing opportunities for rainbow trout and channel catfish. The lake is stocked during the summer months. Other activities here include camping, boating, wildlife watching, and photography. Lake Mary Narrows Picnic Area This picnic area offers fishing, boating, and bird watching for all visitors. Upper Lake Mary supplies anglers with a selection of walleye, trout, and channel catfish. Lower Lake Mary This lake often has long dry spells. When the lake has water it is a popular location for trout anglers, as well as sunfish and channel catfish. It's also a good place for bird watching. Marshall Lake This lake is common for wildlife watching for coots, waterfowl, elk, ospreys, and bald eagles. Ducks Unlimited and Arizona Game and Fish Department manage the lake. The lake is managed for trout. In times of drought, this lake may be dry. Pine Grove Campground This campground has 46 single sites near upper and lower Lake Mary, Ashurst, Marshall, and Kinnikinick lakes. Sites are located through a cool stand of pines bordered by high country meadows. Small RV and tent campers frequent the campground. Pipeline Trail This trail is an easy 2.8-mile trail receiving moderate use as it travels through Flagstaff's urban forest preserve along the base of Mt. Elden. It may also be used as a connecting route between the Oldham and Mt. Elden/Fatman's Loop Trails. Return to Top of Page Mammals Abineau/Bear Jaw Trails These trails are a strenuous 6 miles in length as the climb elevations range from 8,500 feet to 10,400 feet. Leading to the north slope of the San Francisco Peaks, visitors can see all the way to the Grand Canyon ninety miles away. The trail receives light use. Arizona Scenic Skyride The Scenic Skyride shuttles visitors to an elevation of 11,500 feet for panoramic views reaching over 70 miles of world-class scenery, including the Grand Canyon and downtown Flagstaff. Deer Hill Trail This is an easy 5-mile trail used primarily by hikers, horseback riders, and mountain bikers. The trail gains 100 feet in elevation, beginning at 7,180 feet and receives light use. Double Springs Campground The campground has 27 single unit sites in a ponderosa pine and white fir forest. The campground caters to tent and small RV campers, up to 16 feet. Inner Basin Trail The moderately difficult 2-mile trail climbs 1,400 feet in elevation. The trail receives moderate use from late spring to fall. Accepted uses are hiking, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing. Kachina Trail The moderately difficult 5 miles of the Kachina Trail receive moderate use from May to November. The trail climbs 700 feet in elevation and may take 2.5 hours to complete. Kendrick Park Watchable Wildlife Area Lots of wildlife lives at the Kendrick Park Watchable Wildlife Area. Visitors may experience the presence of a wide variety of bird, insect, and animal life in this unique area. Kinnikinick Lake Kinnikinick Lake provides fishing opportunities for rainbow trout and channel catfish. The lake is stocked during the summer months. Other activities here include camping, boating, wildlife watching, and photography. Little Bear Trail The moderate 3.5 miles of the trail climb from 7,620 feet to 8,700 feet elevation. The trail receives moderate to heavy use from May to November, and may take up to 3.5 hours to complete. Mormon Lake This lake is the largest natural lake in Arizona, located in the Mormon Lake Ranger District. The area is common for boating, fishing, camping, hiking, wildlife watching, and cross-country skiing. The lake is shallow and occasionally dries up. Mormon Lake/Pinewood Snowmobile Trail System The Mormon Lake/Pinewood Snowmobile Trail System provides approximately 54 miles of designated snowmobile routes south of Flagstaff with four vehicle parking areas. The 54 miles of trails receive a moderate rating and receive moderate use. Pipeline Trail This trail is an easy 2.8-mile trail receiving moderate use as it travels through Flagstaff's urban forest preserve along the base of Mt. Elden. It may also be used as a connecting route between the Oldham and Mt. Elden/Fatman's Loop Trails. Schultz Pass Road This is a 26-mile scenic drive that once served as a short cut from eastern Flagstaff settlements to downtown. The drive provides access to views of the peaks, cool ponderosa forests, hiking trails, and picturesque picnic spots. Visitors may drive the road, mountain bike it, or ride horseback on it. Sunset Trail The 4-mile easy trail climbs from 8,000 feet elevation to 9,275 feet. The trail receives moderate use from May to November. Return to Top of Page
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