Recreation Groups
Two designated Wilderness Areas, Kendrick Mountain and Sycamore Canyon, and the 800-mile long Arizona National Scenic Trail are shared between the Kaibab and other National Forests in Arizona. Explore these opportunities to enjoy more of your public lands!
Kendrick Mountain Wilderness
Three maintained trails totaling 14 miles offer access to the wilderness, and lead hikers to the top of Kendrick Mountain and the fire lookout tower. When the lookout tower is open during summer months, the lookout operator usually welcomes visitors to visit the top of the tower to enjoy the views.
Sycamore Canyon Wilderness
Sycamore Canyon cuts through the Mogollon Rim, then drops off the Colorado Plateau with an unmatched flourish of red rock buttes and sheer cliffs. It winds for 20 miles through the Kaibab, Coconino, and Prescott National Forests along Sycamore Creek and at places stretches 7 miles from rim to rim.
PORTIONS OF THE NORTH KAIBAB RANGER DISTRICT ARE TEMPORARILIY CLOSED DUE TO THE DRAGON BRAVO FIRE -
Shared with the Coconino National Forest, the Kendrick Mountain Wilderness encompasses Kendrick Peak, one of the many pea
Established in 1935, this area contains a unique canyon-land environment.