Bootlegger Picnic Area
At this creekside picnic area you'll have a fishing hole and that's not all. Add spectacular scenery, clear water swimming holes, picturesque hiking trails and excellent wildlife watching (in other words, the standard amenities of Oak Creek Canyon) and it should come as no surprise that these pieces of recreational real estate are in high demand.
The decor at this day-use site is Arizona ash and box elders, gravel beaches and stream-bed boulders. The creek is regularly stocked with trout. Colorful songbirds add a flash of brilliance to the trees.
The A.B.Young Trail leaves from the southernmost end of the grounds. Take steps down to the creek, cross the creek and find an old metal sign indicating the trailhead.
Attractions: Picnic area, fishing, swimming/wading, hiking, sightseeing, wildlife viewing, photography.
General Information
When open, hours are 8 a.m. to sunset.
Day use only. Camping is not permitted at this site.
Red Rock Pass or America the Beautiful Pass is required.
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 34.9697
Longitude: -111.75065
Elevation
5,200 feet
Directions
Location: 18 miles south of Flagstaff, 9 miles north of Sedona in scenic Oak Creek Canyon.
GPS (Map): 34°58'10.8"N 111°45'03.0"W
Access: On US Highway 89A, drive south from Flagstaff or north from Sedona, located just off the paved highway. 18 miles south of Flagstaff, 9 miles north of Sedona in scenic Oak Creek Canyon.
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Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Fire rings and cooking grills.
