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COLONEL DEVIN TRAIL #290 View from near the top of Col. Devin Trail. For casual travelers, the East Verde River is synonymous with water play destinations along Houston Mesa Road north of Payson. The Water Wheel, First, Second and Third Crossing recreation sites offer walk-up access to the canyon-bound water course. The trail ascends through the E. Verde River watershed. A tributary of the mighty Verde River, the slim waterway begins as trickling springs that emanate from rugged escarpments below the Mogollon Rim. Boxelder trees thrive along the E. Verde River. Bigtooth maple leafs float in the E. Verde River The river�s enchanting watershed area can be explored by way of the Colonel Devin Trail #290 that follows its course from Washington Park to the springs that feed it. Named for Colonel Thomas C. Devin who used the route for military endeavors in the 1880s, the dirt trail that alternates between a rutted two track and slender path also makes up the last two miles of Highline Passag...

Two Events Will Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Arizona National Trail System Act AZT Passage 15, near Kearny. Help celebrate the 50 th Anniversary of the Arizona Trail System Act and the 25th anniversary of the trail, by participating in one or both of two commemorative events. AZT Passage 28, Blue Ridge, Mogollon Rim AZT IN A DAY AZT Passage 27, Highline near Pine On Saturday, October 8, 2018, hundreds of trail users across the state will join to collectively complete the entire 800-mile Arizona Trail in a single day.   Be part of history--sign up to hike, bike, run or ride a segment on this epic occasion. AZT Passage 32, Flagstaff, Picture Canyon 50 FOR 50 AZT Passage 1, Mexico border AZT Passage 9 Hope Camp, Rincon Mountains, Tucson Sign up to complete at least 50 miles of the Arizona Trail on your own during 2018 and you�ll receive a cool 50 th Anniversary patch! TO REGISTER FOR EVENTS: https://aztrail.org/events/50th-anniversary-events/azt-in-a-day/

VISHNU TRAIL: A Tiny Trek on the Edge of the Grand Canyon. A hiker on the Vishnu Trail approaches G.C. views. Whether hiked as an inspirational appetizer, warm up walk or add-on trek while exploring around the South Rim of the Grand Canyon near the town of Tusayan, the Vishnu Trail is a quick and easy diversion with tantalizing views and opportunities to engage with the Arizona Trail.   Vishnu Trail connects with the Arizona Trail The hike begins directly under the Grandview Lookout Tower, where the well-marked path heads north through wildlife-rich pine-oak woodlands and shrubby enclaves.   After roughly a quarter-mile, glimpses of the hazy, russet chasm begin to appear through the trees. Grandview Lookout under stormy skies. Yes, we got soaked! An oak-shaded passage on the Vishnu Trail. As the trail progresses to its overlook spur, scenic vistas unwrap like unexpected gifts that surprise and thrill.   Vishnu Temple (right) seen from the trail overlook. A metal gate mark...

Two Events Will Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Arizona National Trail System Act Passage 1 at Mexico border Help celebrate the 50 th Anniversary of the Arizona Trail System Act and the 25th anniversary of the trail, by participating in one or both of two commemorative events.   Passage 28 AZT IN A DAY On Saturday, October 8, 2018, hundreds of trail users across the state will join to collectively complete the entire 800-mile Arizona Trail in a single day.   Be part of history--sign up to hike, bike, run or ride a segment on this epic occasion. Near Saddle Mountain Golden Spike: Gila River Canyons 50 FOR 50 Sign up to complete at least 50 miles of the Arizona Trail on your own during 2018 and you�ll receive a cool 50 th Anniversary patch! Overlooking Kearny Alamo Canyon Flagstaff REGISTER HERE: https://aztrail.org/events/50th-anniversary-events/ -->

FLAGSTAFF'S FAY CANYON Fay Canyon Not to be confused with the Fay Canyon Trail in Sedona, Flagstaff�s version is a totally different experience. The meandering trail that follows the course of a gully that feeds into majestic Walnut Canyon southeast of town is a mellow, woodsy walk.   Located just east of the heavily-traveled Sandy�s Canyon trail off Lake Mary Road, the Fay Canyon route is a quieter trek with similar qualities.   Creeping Barberry The unsigned route is a little tricky to follow. Hike up Forest Road 9477B to the 0.3-mile point, veer left at a gate and pick up a single track heading north.   For reference, there�s a sign warning of heavy horse traffic a few yards down the trail.   A ravine bisects Fay Canyon Within a short distance, the trail makes a sharp turn to the right and begins a downhill plunge on long switchbacks.   This piney segment decends on an easy grade to emerge in at the head of the canyon.   Over the next two miles, the gorg...