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Saffel Canyon OHV Trailhead
Area Status: Open
Saffel Canyon OHV Trail includes some of the most spectacular views in the White Mountains. Click here for printable information and map.
At a Glance
| Usage: | Light |
|---|---|
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilet (1) |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
General Information
Directions:
From the Eagar stoplight, travel south on Mountain Avenue for
1 mile. Turn right (west) on Schoolbus Road for .1 mile. Turn left (south) on Water Canyon Road (FR 285) for 1.8 miles. Turn left (east) on FR 74 for .9 mile. Turn right (south) on FR 74D. The trailhead is on the right.
Parking:
Accommodates Trailers
Activities
OHV Trail Riding
Saffel Canyon OHV Trail includes some of the most spectacular views in the White Mountains. The trail begins at an elevation of 7,600 feet at Saffel Canyon and climbs to 9,400 feet at Pat Knoll. The trail goes through three distinct vegetation zones: piñon-juniper, ponderosa pine,
and mixed conifer.
| Difficulty Level: | Moderate |
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