Location: Prescott
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Top 8 Hiking Trails in Prescott, Arizona (AZ)
Nestled in the conifer forests of the Bradshaw Mountains, Prescott is a historic city boasting much in the way of adventure and culture. Golfers flock to its six pristine courses, while outdoors enthusiasts find exciting hiking trails, secluded picnicking spots and adventure on the waters of its five lakes. Discover the history of the Old West in the city's museums, historic railways and the Pioneer Home Cemetery, where "Big Nose Kate" Elder, wife of Doc Holiday, found her final resting place.
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1. Lynx Lake Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 500 reviews
Lynx Lake is one of the most popular recreation areas in central Arizona. Mild weather, the cool ponderosa pine forest, a serene 55-acre lake, trout fishing, boating, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, archaeological sites, and bird watching attract visitors from throughout Arizona.
Reviewed By captjrk - Prescott Valley, United States
This a great place to visit for kayaking, fishing, hiking and picnicing. The south end has covered picnic tables, grilles and a boat launch. In the summer there are canoe, paddleboat, and kayak rentals at the north end. Nice to walk arould the lake - the west side is paved and the east side is not, but still not a difficult trail. Between he north entrance and Highway 69 there is "Lynx Lake Ruin". It's an easy, peaceful 3/4 mile hike back to he ruin.
2. Prescott Peavine National Recreation Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 136 reviews
Reviewed By BuckeyeBulletAZ - Sun City, United States
Very easy hike/walk on the east side of Watson Lake. The more adventurous may deviate from the old railroad bed walk on the rocks nearer the lake. Parking is a very modest $3.00
3. Granite Mountain Trail 261
4. Thumb Butte Trail 33
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By 49thstatetraveler - Anchorage, United States
This is a quick hike that pays off with a great view across Prescott. Take the trail counter clockwise (go right at the start) for a gradual uphill climb. Steeper climb if you go the other way. Coming up the backside when you get almost to the top you suddenly get the view. Worth the walk up. Maybe an hour round trip if you walk fast and don’t stop to enjoy the views.
5. Salida Gulch Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Expedition216982
Great scenery. Got hot pretty quit pretty disappointed as I was unable to find the petroglyphs. Got to 0.9 mile as many stated and found many rocks with an unusual looking tree but no petroglyphs. Could someone maybe provide coordinates? Thank you.
6. Granite Basin Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By wa52
Nice hike, about 6 miles round trip from parking lot to summit and back. About a 1800 ft rise to summit.
