| Approx hike distance (miles): | 10 | Area: | Superior |
| Accum. elevation gain (feet): | 950 | Park Entry Fee: | No |
| Low to high elevation gain: | N/A | SCAMR All Trails Map: | Yes |
| Recommended gas donation: | $10 | Website for reference info: | hikearizona.com/decoder.php?ZTN=16459 |
| Unpaved miles: | 2 | 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 |
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| 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: | Moderate | Water Crossings: | No |
| Restrooms at Trailhead: | Yes | Gloves Required: | No |
Special Instructions:
This is a loop hike on a combination of trails around the base of Picketpost Mountain. The hike begins on the Arizona Trail and finishes with some boulder hopping, and a return through Arnett Canyon. Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.
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 towards 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. Total one-way distance from Sun City is 30 miles.
