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Coronado Trail Scenic Byway
With over 460 winding curves at over 9,383-feet above sea level, this road is definitely not for the faint of heart.
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Coronado Trail Scenic Byway Details
With over 460 winding curves at over 9,383-feet above sea level, this road is definitely not for the faint of heart. The twists and turns make this one of the most challenging journeys for drivers, although anyone who chooses to make the trek will be rewarded with spectacular forest and mountain views. The road stretches for 123 miles from Springville to Clifton, although huge sections of the route lack modern facilities like rest stops or gas stations. But if you have the nerves and the patience, you should be able to complete it within five or six hours.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Coronado Trail Scenic Byway
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St. Johns, Ariz.
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Puerco Ridge
Puerco Ridge runs along the southeast border of the park.
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Agate House
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