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Arnett Canyon Trail (S)

By September 5, 2022 July 6th, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 3 Area: Superior
Accum elevation gain (feet): N/A Park Entry Fee: No
Low to high elevation gain: 200 SCAMR All Trails Map: No
Recommended gas donation: $10 Website for reference info: N/A
Unpaved miles: 1 Trailhead GPS Coordinates 33.272654, -111.177004
Road Conditions: Good High clearance vehicle req’d: No

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in

Trail Conditions
Maintained Trail: Yes Uneven footing Yes
Steep side drop-offs No Steep Trail: No
Off Trial (scratchy) No Slippery Trail Surfaces: No
Use of hands required: No Boulder Hopping: No
Difficulty: Easy Water Crossings: No
Restrooms at Trailhead: Yes Gloves 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 Farms 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