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Prescott National Forest
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Trails
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Points of interest
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Prescott National Forest
Arizona · Lower Gila-Agua Fria watershed
About this park
Prescott National Forest
Prescott National Forest, located in the state of Arizona, is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. With over 1.25 million acres of land, the forest offers numerous activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, and horseback riding.
One of the main attractions in the forest is the Granite Mountain Wilderness Area. This area is home to unique rock formations, such as Granite Mountain and Thumb Butte, which offer amazing views of the surrounding area.
Other points of interest include Lynx Lake, a popular spot for fishing and kayaking, and the Prescott Circle Trail, a 54-mile trail that takes hikers through beautiful landscapes and diverse ecosystems.
The forest is also home to a variety of wildlife, including black bears, mountain lions, and elk. Visitors are encouraged to practice safe wildlife viewing and to be mindful of their surroundings.
The best time of year to visit Prescott National Forest is in the spring and fall when temperatures are mild and the scenery is vibrant. Summer can be hot, and winter can bring snow to higher elevations, making some areas inaccessible.
Overall, Prescott National Forest offers a unique blend of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and wildlife viewing opportunities, making it a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Arizona.
One of the main attractions in the forest is the Granite Mountain Wilderness Area. This area is home to unique rock formations, such as Granite Mountain and Thumb Butte, which offer amazing views of the surrounding area.
Other points of interest include Lynx Lake, a popular spot for fishing and kayaking, and the Prescott Circle Trail, a 54-mile trail that takes hikers through beautiful landscapes and diverse ecosystems.
The forest is also home to a variety of wildlife, including black bears, mountain lions, and elk. Visitors are encouraged to practice safe wildlife viewing and to be mindful of their surroundings.
The best time of year to visit Prescott National Forest is in the spring and fall when temperatures are mild and the scenery is vibrant. Summer can be hot, and winter can bring snow to higher elevations, making some areas inaccessible.
Overall, Prescott National Forest offers a unique blend of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and wildlife viewing opportunities, making it a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Arizona.
StateArizona
WatershedLower Gila-Agua Fria
Latitude34.1280°
Longitude-112.3829°
In the park
Streamflow in Prescott National Forest
Live USGS discharge at streamgauges inside the park boundary.
In the park
Snowpack in Prescott National Forest
Current snow depth at SNOTEL stations inside the park boundary.
In the park
Trails in Prescott National Forest
Named trails whose route falls inside the park.
Apple Blossom Trail #373
1.2 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Bar U Bar
0.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Blowout Trail
1.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Board Creek Divide
3.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Butterfly Trail #536
1.5 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Campus Trail
2.0 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
City Of Prescott Bicycle Route 1 {Copbr1}
1.1 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Clark Spring Trail #40
2.2 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Copper Creek
1.9 mi · Hiking, Running
County Road 68
2.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Dogie #116
5.6 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
East Poland Road
2.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Forest Service Road 361
1.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Forest Service Road 9031f
2.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Forest Service Road 96
4.0 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Fr 51
2.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Fr 82
6.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Fr 9403w
1.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Fr360
6.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Fs9604f
1.4 mi · Hiking, Running
General Crook Trail #64
1.4 mi · Hiking, Running
General Crook Trail #64
2.0 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Glassford Hill
2.0 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Goldwater Loop Trail
2.5 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Hickey Ditch Trail
1.3 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Hidden Valley Trail #374
0.5 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Horsecamp Loop Trail #383
2.5 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Lime Kiln #82
15.1 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Little Granite Mountain Trail #37
4.1 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Lower Side Oats Sec. 1
1.4 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Lynx Recreation Trail #311
2.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Middle Lagoon Loop Trail
0.4 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Minni
3.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Moby Trail #737
1.9 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Mooney #12
7.0 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Multi Use Path
0.4 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
National Forest Road 604
3.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Nemo Spring Trail
5.1 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Noodle Trail
2.1 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Old Highway 279
2.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Old Highway Road
1.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Parsons #122
3.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Ponderosa Trail #382
2.2 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Prescott Circle Trail
54.9 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Ranch Trail #62
3.4 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Ranch Trail 62
0.3 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
River Loop Trail
1.2 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Salida Connection Trail
2.7 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Side Oats Loop
0.8 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
South Virginia Street
0.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Sycamore Basin #63
7.1 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Sycamore Basin Trail
10.8 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Tavasci Marsh
1.3 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Trail 261
4.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Verde River Greenway
1.6 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Watershed Trail #299
3.4 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Watson Woods Trail
0.5 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
West Cherry Creek Road
0.8 mi · Hiking, Running
West Lake Trail #351
1.5 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Wolf Creek Loop Trail
2.0 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
In the park
Camping in Prescott National Forest
Campgrounds inside the park, with today's conditions score.
In the park
Points of interest in Prescott National Forest
Landmarks and points of interest inside the park boundary.
Detailed forecast
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Hourly detail
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
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Deep dive
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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Long-term outlook
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
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Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Prescott National Forest as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
FAQ
About Prescott National Forest
What can I do at Prescott National Forest?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Prescott National Forest?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Land designation
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.