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| Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest - Horse Use In National Forests | | Some of the most spectacular scenery in the Southwest awaits the forest visitor on the two million acres of the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests. Elevations range from 3,500 feet in the Upper Sonoran desert life zone covered by prickly pear and yucca to nearly 11,500 feet in the Alpine life zone where you can see beautiful stands of fir and spruce interwoven with lush green meadows. |
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| Bear Wallow Trail - Trails | | This trail is in virgin timber along the border between the Bear Wallow Wilderness and the Carlos Apache Indian Reservation. It is 6 miles long and has a moderate difficulty. Horseback riding and hiking are acceptable means by which to traverse this trail. |
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| East Baldy Trail - Trails | | This trail consists of two trailheads. The trails merge within a quarter of a mile of their respective starting points. This is a 14-mile round trip varying in elevation from 9,300 feet to 11,200 feet. |
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| East Fork Trail - Trails | | The trail is 7 miles, one way. There is an elevation change from 8,200 to 9,300 feet. It is open to hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback riders. The trail receives moderate use and is rated as a moderate difficulty. It offers stunning scenery. |
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| Escudilla National Recreation Trail - Trails | | This trail leads to the top of Escudilla Mountain. It is 3 miles long and has been rated a moderate. This trail may travel by hikers and horseback riders. |
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| Indian Springs Trail - Trails | | This trail begins in a meadow and soon plunges into the forest, at 9,000 feet in elevation. This is a 7.5 mile round trip and has been rated moderate in difficulty. |
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| Mt. Baldy Crossover Trail - Trails | | This trail wanders through a dense forest, sometimes cutting across meadows. It is 3.5 miles long and is rated at a moderate to difficult. Horses and hikers are allowed to use this trail. |
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| Pole Knoll Recreation Area - Trails | | This area is the only developed trail system on the Springerville Ranger District. There are two trailheads; the main one is located just off AZ 260 and the other is located off AZ 373, north of Greer. The entire complex of trails and roads runs for almost 30 miles. The area is open for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and cross country skiing. |
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| Railroad Grade Trail - Trails | | This long trail is 19 miles long, has a moderate difficulty, and follows a historic railway offering easy terrain and a great backdrop. This trail can be used by horses, mountain bikes and hikers. |
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| South Fork Trail - Trails | | This trailhead is located in the South Fork Campground. The trail climbs in elevation from 7,500 feet to 9,000 feet. A round trip hike adds up to fourteen miles and the trail gets moderate use. The trail is open to horseback riders, bicyclists and hikers. |
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| Squirrel Springs Recreation Area - Trails | | This trail system is located outside of Greer in a forest. It offers 14 miles of trails, each individual varying in length and difficulty. Depending on season and conditions this trail system can be used by hikers, horses, mountain bikers, cross country skiers, and snow shoers. |
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| West Baldy Trail - Trails | | This trail is easy to follow as it cuts across a wide meadow and edges up to the West Fork of the Little Colorado. This is a 14-mile round trip varying in elevation from 9,000 feet to 11,200 feet. |
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| West Fork Trail - Trails | | This trail amble through a checkerboard of forest and meadows. It has been given a moderate rating and is 4 miles long. This trail can be used by mountain bikers, horses, and hikers. |
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