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Parker Creek 160
Area Status: Open
This is a scenic trail that climbs from the Young Highway up into the Sierra Ancha through Ponderosa Pine and mixed-conifer; some good views. Access is through the former sierra Ancha Experiment Station Headquarters (now partially occupied by A.S.U.).
At a Glance
| Usage: | Light |
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| Restrictions: | Use of any mechanized or motorized travel is prohibited on this trail. No more than 15 people are allowed to be in a group. No more than 15 head of livestock are allowed in a group. |
| Restroom: | Both Airplane Flat and Upper Canyon Creek campgrounds have a vault toilet that is equipped with grab |
| Information Center: | Payson Ranger District (928) 474-7900 |
Activities
Day Hiking
This is a scenic trail that climbs from the Young Highway up into the Sierra Ancha through Ponderosa Pine and mixed-conifer; some good views. Access is through the former sierra Ancha Experiment Station Headquarters (now partially occupied by A.S.U.).| Elevation desc | 5100 - 7000 feet |
| Difficulty Level: | Most Difficult |
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Horse Riding
This is a scenic trail that climbs from the Young Highway up into the Sierra Ancha through Ponderosa Pine and mixed-conifer; some good views. Access is through the former sierra Ancha Experiment Station Headquarters (now partially occupied by A.S.U.).| Difficulty Level: | Most Difficult |
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Alerts & Warnings
- 03-12-02-24-67 Globe Forest Road 287 Area Closure Order
- 03-12-01-24-66 Wildcat Post Fire Recovery Public Safety Closure
- 03-12-04-24-61_East Webber Geronimo Trails_Public Safety Closure
- 03-12-04-24-04 Colcord Campground Public Safety Closure
- 03-12-03-24-52 Forest Road 287 Area Closure
- 03-12-03-24-47_Boulder Fishing Pier Temporary Closure
- Equestrian Users Please Be Aware
- 03-12-06-24-27 Tonto Creek Crossing Road Closures
- 03-12-03-24-64 Bald Eagle Closure Box Bar Order
- 12-16-5R Roosevelt Lake Seasonal Wildlife Closure
- 03-12-01-24-62 Bartlett Lake Quarry Public Safety Closure
- 03-12-00-23-36 Target Type Restrictions Order
- Amended - Apache Lake Closure - Lower Burnt Corral Campground remains closed
- Bald Eagle Seasonal Closures
- Occupancy and Use Restrictions
- Update on State Route 88 (Apache Trail) - August 18, 2021
- Redmond Fire Road Closure