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Summary: This hike takes you to one of the most interesting reminders of the Flagstaff area's volcanic past. You'll start off in a pinion/juniper forest, notice the many victims of the recent bark beetle infestation. The first 2/3's of the hike follows an old primitive road, the last part of the hike follows a dry wash lined with volcanic cinder sand. Just before entering the cinder cone the forest type changes form juniper/pinion to poderosa pine forest. Near the end of the trail you'll climb a 6 foot ladder between two portal-like volcanic formations and find yourself within a surreal landscape of rock spires and sheer cliff walls. Be sure and bring your camera! Trailhead: Follow Hwy 180 north of flagstaff approx 30 miles. Look for the road sign for Red Mountain Trail on the west side of Hwy 180. There is a parking lot and well marked trail head about 1/4 mi off the highway. (Lat:35.53706 Lon:-111.879) Trail Guides for Red Mountain Trail: Flagstaff Hikes by Richard and Sherry Mangum (Hexagon Press) Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Horses, Ranger Contact: US Forest Service Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Dennis Lightfoot, who has posted 3 other hikes on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Kate on 10/2/2007 I found this information regarding Red Mountain on the USGS website, thought I'd share the link: http://pubs.usgs.gov/fs/2002/fs024-02/
Reviewed by Kate on 10/1/2007 This is a beautiful trail! I took several hundred photos of the volcanic mounds. It's definitely one of the places I'll be taking visitors from out of town. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Arizona Hiking, Arizona Trails, Arizona Hikes, Coconino County Hiking, Coconino County Trails, Coconino County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
