Derrick Spur Trail 32


Area Status: Open

This trail winds through a cool Ponderosa pine forest. Spring brings many wildflowers. Autumn showcases breathtaking fall foliage.

At a Glance

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Permit Info:
Usage: Heavy
Restrictions: No motorized vehicles are allowed. Heavy horse travel in the summer. Hikers, yield the right of way to trail stock. Pack it in pack it out. Carry an adequate supply of drinking water. One gallon per person per day is recommended during hot periods. Do not drink untreated water. Giardia, a protozoan, is in many water impoundments and streams.Portions of the trail are rough in places and should be traveled with caution.
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Activities

Day Hiking

The trail begins near the junction of State Highway 260 and Forest Road (FR) 289. Look for a cattle guard. The trail starts at the fence; walk through. Derrick Spur Trail traverses small hills but travel is easy. This trail offers an alternative access to the Derrick Trail 33.
Elevation desc South end: (5,400 feet elevation): across from Tonto Creek Campground North end: (5,820 feet elevation): at Derrick Trail 33
Difficulty Level: Easy

Horse Riding

The trail begins near the junction of State Highway 260 and Forest Road (FR) 289. Look for a cattle guard. The trail starts at the fence; walk through. Derrick Spur Trail traverses small hills but travel is easy. This trail offers an alternative access to the Derrick Trail 33.
Difficulty Level: Easy

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Location

 
  Area/Length : 
.75 mile

  Elevation : 
South end: (5,400 feet elevation): across fromTonto Creek CampgroundNorth end: (5,820 feet elevation - 5,820 feet