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Horton Creek Trail (S/CI)

Date:Destination:Horton Creek Trail
Level:S/CIArea:Payson
Approx hike distance in miles:3Hike leader:
Low to high elevation gain:400Hike leader phone:
Accum elevation gain in feet:N/AHike leader email address:
Departing Kohl's Ranch Lodge:Please arrive 15 minutes early. & sign in
Recommended gas donation:N/A
Unpaved miles:0Park entry fee per vehicle:No
Road conditions:GoodWebsite for reference info:N/A
High clearance vehicle req'd:NoTrailhead GPS coordinates:34.339958
-111.096166

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 :ModerateWater Crossings:No
Restrooms at Trailhead:YesGloves Required:No

 

Special Instructions:

This is an out and back hike along Horton Creek in Tonto National Forest. The fall colors should be spectacular. Since the trailhead is so close to Kohl’s Ranch, no gas contribution is required. Bring water and a snack.

Directions:

From Kohl’s Ranch Lodge, cross AZ Hwy 260. Follow Tonto Creek Rd (forest service road 289) for 0.8 mile. Park in the picnic area. Trailhead is on the north side of the campground.