Casual Intermediate,  Hike Detail Sheet,  Hikes

Arnett Canyon Trail (CI)

Date:Destination:Arnett Canyon Trail
Level:Casual Intermediate (CI)Area:Superior
Approx hike distance in miles:5Hike leader:
Low to high elevation gain:400Hike leader phone:
Accum elevation gain in feet:N/AHike leader email:
Departure time - Union Center parking lot:Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in
Recommended gas donation:$10
Unpaved miles:1Park entry fee per vehicle:No
Road conditions:GoodWebsite for reference info:N/A
High clearance vehicle req'd:NoTrailhead GPS coordinates:33.272654,-111.177004

TRAIL CONDITIONS

Maintained Trail:YesUneven Footing:Yes
Steep Side Drop-offs:NoSteep Trail:
No
Off Trail (scratchy):NoSlippery Trail Surfaces:No
Use of Hands Required:NoBoulder Hopping:No
Difficulty:EasyWater Crossings:No
Restrooms at Trailhead:YesGloves Required:No

 

Special Instructions:

This is a loop hike leaving from the Picketpost Trailhead and returning on Arnett Canyon Trail. Great views of Picketpost and the surrounding canyon. Bring water and a snack.

Directions:

Take Felix Rd. north to Arizona Farm Rd. Turn right. Turn left (north) on AZ 79. Take the right ramp onto Hwy 60 East toward Globe. Just beyond mile marker 221, turn right onto Forest Service Rd 231. There is a sign for Picketpost Trailhead. Go 0.3 mile to T in road and turn left. Follow 0.7 miles to the trailhead.