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Fossil Creek (A)

Date:Destination:Fossil Creek via Bob Bear Trail
Level:Advanced (A)Area:Strawberry, AZ
Approx hike distance in miles:9Hike leader:
Low to high elevation gain:1500Hike leader phone:
Accum elevation gain in feet:3000Hike leader email address:
Departing the Union Center:Please arrive 15 minutes early. & sign in
Recommended gas donation:TBD
Unpaved miles:3Park entry fee per vehicle:Seasonal
Road conditions:GoodWebsite for reference info:https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/coconino/recarea/?recid=72066
High clearance vehicle req'd:NoTrailhead GPS coordinates:34.40664
-111.56792


TRAIL CONDITIONS

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

 

Special Instructions:

This is a popular out and back hike to a spring and creek. Please note that the elevation gain will be on the way back. Bring plenty of water, snack and lunch.
This area requires registration and a fee from April 1 – October 1..

Directions:

From Payson: Drive north on SR 87/AZ 260 for approximately 17 miles. Turn left onto W. Fossil Creek Rd. In 2.8 miles, keep right onto W. Fossil Creek Rd. In 1.9 miles, turn right to trailhead in 800 feet.