Prescott National Forest
In the mountains between Flagstaff and Phoenix, the Prescott National Forest is home to more than 1.2 million acres of land in Arizona.
Plan Around Prescott National Forest
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Prescott National Forest Details
In the mountains between Flagstaff and Phoenix, the Prescott National Forest is home to more than 1.2 million acres of land in Arizona. The forest has 8 wilderness areas, a handful of cabin rentals, areas for off-highway vehicles, and is referred to as the area 'where the desert meets the pines'. There are stretches of the Verde river that are great for canoeing, kayaking, or lazily floating on tubes. Before heading out to the forest, visitors should check on the daily-updated fire danger info, as the area is prone to wildfires.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Prescott National Forest
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19.6 mi away
Watson Woods Riparian Preserve
This 126-acre park of riparian forest is all that remains of this threatened habitat in Prescott.
20.0 mi away
Prescott Peavine National Recreation Trail
The diverse scenery and breathtaking landscapes are just two of the main reasons to travel down this multi-use trail.
24.2 mi away
Iron King Trail
Escape the bustle of city life with this rural trail in the outskirts of Granville.
30.3 mi away
Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial State Park
A touching tribute to the 19 firefighters who lost their lives battling the Yarnell Hill Fire on June 30, 2013.
32.3 mi away
Mingus Mountain Scenic Road
If you are driving to Jerome, you will inevitably cross through the Black Hills are using this scenic road.
