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Cayuse Equestrian Trailhead
Built with equestrians in mind, this trailhead is located in the Granite Basin Recreation Area and provides access to:
Note: This site closes following especially heavy rain or snow, and when the roads are too icy. If you plan to visit and want to make sure it is open, please contact the Bradshaw Ranger Station: 928-443-8000. When the office is closed, please check the right-hand column under "Alerts and Warnings" to see if there are weather-related closures, and follow the link to see if this site is closed or on a reduced schedule.
Facilities
- 2 picnic tables
- No fire pit
- Drinking water
- 2 vault toilets
- Garbage service
Printable Resources:
-
Cayuse Loop Trail Description and Map (727 KB; Black and White; 8.5” X 11”)
- Granite Basin Recreation Area Brochure (1.54 MB)
At a Glance
| Operational Hours: | Day-use sites and trailheads:
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| Fees: |
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| Open Season: | Year-round |
| Usage: | Medium |
| Closest Towns: | Prescott, AZ |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
General Information
Directions:Directions to Site from the corner of Iron Springs Rd. and Williamson Valley Rd in Prescott: Northwest on Iron Springs approximately 3 miles. Right on Granite Basin Rd. Follow road 2.5 miles. Cayuse is on the right.
Parking:
- Parking area accommodates average vehicles and has ample parking for horse trailers.
Accessibility:
Activities
Horse Riding
Horses are allowed on all trails in the Granite Basin Recreation Area as well as those on Granite Mountain.
Location
