Trail: Arcadia
National Park: Coronado National Forest

Trail: Arivaca Cienega Trail
National Park: USFWS
Features: Archeo/paleo/historical
Creek(s)
Geological feature(s)
Scenic viewpoint(s)
Wetland(s)
Activities: Dogs - On leash
Pedestrian - Walking/Hiking/Running

Miles: 1.25 miles
Desc: This 1.25 mile loop trail was esigned as wheelchair accessible with gentle surfaces and no slopes. About half is a five-foot wide boardwalk. The boardwalk section is straight with a few gentle curves, with railing along portions that rise above open water or wetlands. The trail includes two overlook decks at significant desert wetland open ponds. One deck features two telescopes, one at an accessible height.
The boardwalk was built by the Youth Conservation Corps (YCC). It is given annual maintenance by the YCC or refuge volunteers. The Tucson Audubon Society conducts guided walks on the trail every Saturday from November through April.
The trail preserves habitat because the boardwalk extends over the seasonally wet areas, preventing compaction of sensitive vegetation and soil. The habitat surrounding the trail is the westernmmost and lowest elebation cienega in the U. S. southwest. Cienegas, Spanish for “a hundred waters,” are spring-fed marshes, particularly rare and precious in the deserts of Arizona, attracting an abundance of birds and other wildlife.
Lying close to the Mexican border, this site attracts species that are unusual to most of the United States, especially subtropical birds. Arivaca Cienega regularly attracts gray hawks, northern beardless tyrannulets, blackbellied whistling ducks, tropical kingbirds, and green kingfishers. Endangered and threatened species at the site include the yellow-billed cuckoo and southwestern willow flycatcher. a regular treat is the brillant and fluorescent vermillion flycatcher.
The trail lies at the eastern edge of the small community of Arivaca

Trail: Arivaca Creek
National Park: USFWS
Features: Archeo/paleo/historical
Creek(s)
Grove(s)
Valley(s)/canyon(s)
Waterfall(s)
Wetland(s)
Other (describe below)
Activities: Dogs - On leash
Pedestrian - Walking/Hiking/Running
Wildlife observation - Birds
Wildlife observation - Mammals
Rock climbing
Rockhounding
Desc: The trail meanders under giant cottonwoods and through lush vegetation which attracts songbirds, woodpeckers, owls, and coatimundi (racoon relatives), to Arivaca Creek’s banks. A short side trail leads to the stream’s edge next to the home of Eva Wilbur-Cruce, who wrote about growing up here in “A Beautiful Cruel Country.” In spring brilliant vermillion flycatchers flit between roosts on the branches along the creek. the trail is alive with calls from summer tanagers and yellow breasted chat in summer.
The trail along Arivaca Creek takes visitors through rare and valuable desert southwest wetland and riparian habitats, homes for listed endangered species, species of concern, and many other native plants and wildlife. Over 320 species of birds have been recorded at Buenos Aires NWR, many of them along Arivaca Creek.
The trail lies at the eastern edge of the small community of Arivaca

Trail: Aspen Spring Trail
National Park: Mohave County Parks
Features: Archeo/paleo/historical
Climbing area(s)
Creek(s)
Geological feature(s)
Meadow(s)
Mountain peak(s)
Scenic viewpoint(s)
Spring(s)/geyser(s)
Valley(s)/canyon(s)
Waterfall(s)
Wetland(s)
Activities: Bicycling - Mountain
Camping
Camping - Backpacking
Dogs - On leash
Equestrian - riding
Equestrian - pack trips
Equestrian - other stock
Pedestrian - Caving
Pedestrian - Walking/Hiking/Running
Snow - Skiing, cross-country
Snow - Showshoeing
Wildlife observation - Birds
Rock climbing
Snow - Snow play, general
Elevation: 8250 ft
Miles: 10 miles
Desc: Aspen Spring Trail offers ten miles of trails for hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians. The trail provides spectacular views of both the desert and mountain ranges. This Historic trail was constructed in the 1930’s by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It passes through a variety of vegetative “life zones” including riprarian chapparel, pine/oak, mixed conifer and fir/aspen habitats. Part of the trail is from a converted abandoned mine which can be viewed from the trail. The trailhead is located in a wet canyon at 6,200 feet and ends on varous mountain peaks at up to 8,250 feet,. Past partners with this trail include the BLM, AZ State Parks, Youth Conservation Corps. Mohave Trails Association and the Boy Scouts of America.

Trail: Benham Trail
National Park: Kaibab National Forest
Features: Mountain peak(s)
Activities: Bicycling - Mountain
Equestrian - riding

Elevation: 9256 ft
Desc: This trail starts in a forest dominated by ponderosa pines and oak trees, and travels up through mixed conifer forests. At several places on the trail the hiker has a good view of the Kaibab National Forest below and the volcanic peaks of Northern Arizona in the distance. There is no water available along the trail, but the relatively cool mountain temperatures and great views make this an enjoyable hike.

Bill Williams Mountain marks the traditional boundary of lands inhabited by the early ancestors of the Hopi people. Your respectful use of this area while you are visiting will be appreciated.

This 4.5 trail is provides a day hike opportunity of about 5-6 hours round trip. There are moderately difficult grades going up the mountain. However, those not used to high elevations may experience this hike to be quite challenging. If a vehicle is parked at the Bill Williams Trailhead, a through-hike of 8.5 miles can be made by connecting with the Bill Williams Trail, #21. It is also possible to connect with the Bixler Saddle Trail, #72, the Buckskinner Trail, #130, the Clover Spring Loop, #46, or the City of Williams Link Trail, #124, for longer hikes.

Trail: Bettys Kitchen Interpretative
National Park: Bureau of Land Management
Features: River(s)
Meadow(s)
Activities: Dogs - On leash
Camping - Backpacking
Pedestrian - Walking/Hiking/Running
Wildlife observation - Birds
Motorized vehicles - OHV driving
Boating, Motorized
Equestrian - riding

Difficulty: Easy
Miles: .5 miles
Desc: This natural-surfaced, 1/2 mile foot trail throading through the desert riparian enviroment of the lower Colorado River offers visitors unique taste of the area’s natural resources and settlement history. It focuses upon mammals, migratory birds, and flora specific to the riverbank enviroment. The trail overlooks Laguna Dam, the first dam built on the Colorado River. The terrain is relatively flat and vegitaion includes native Fremont cottonwood, black willow, arrowweed, screw bean, and honey mesquite. Recreation facilities include universally accessible picnic and parking areas, restrooms, trailside benches, a fishing pier, walking bridge, and a self-guided interpretive walk. Visitors can kick off their shoes while casting a line and fishing from the pier, pack a lunch or barbeque in the picnic area, or take a stroll along the interpretive trail. No matter what time of the year, Betty’s Kitchen promises visitors a glimpse at some of Arizona’s wildlife, including numerous mammals, birds, fish, and reptiles.
The are was undoubtedly important to local people in their search for food. Many of the native plants found in the area were a source of food and the terrace on wich Betty’s Kitchen sits is ideal for agriculture, Early agricltualists were dependent on seasonal flooding to water their crops and archeologists have assigned artifacts made by these prehistoric agricultualists to the Patayan archelogical complex with occured from about 700 A.D. to 1850 A.D. Historic activities in the vicinity of the Betty’s Kitchen area began in the late 1850’s when gold placer deposits were found along the east side of the Colorado River. Later, small farm plots were established and the construction of Laguna Dam commenced, bringing numerous homesteaders to the area. A combination cafe and bar was established during the 1930’s or 1940’s known as “Betty’s Kitchen” for Mrs. Betty Davidson who worked at the cafe.
Betty’s Kitchen is a very important part of our community and is also a favorite field trip destination for the local schools because it is so close to town. A Betty’s Kitchen Watchable Wildlife and Interpretive Area Teahcer’s Guide is also available for teachers to prepare students for their visit and also provides additional learning tools for use in the classroom.
From Yuma, go 7 miles E on I-95 to Ave 7E (Laguna Dam Road) Turn N , ahead for 9 miles TL and follow signs for Bettys Kitchen.

Trail: Bill Williams Mountain
National Park: Kaibab National Forest
Features: Mountain peak(s)
Activities: Bicycling - Mountain
Equestrian - riding

Elevation: 9256 ft
Desc: This trail starts in a forest dominated by ponderosa pines and oak trees, and passes through stands of aspen and firs with ferns, Oregon grape, and Arizona wild rose as the dominate ground cover. At several places on the trail the hiker has a good view of the valley below and the peaks of Northern Arizona in the distance. There is no water available along the trail, but the relatively cool mountain temperatures and great views make this an enjoyable hike.

Bill Williams Mountain marks the traditional boundary of lands inhabited by the early ancestors of the Hopi people. Your respectful use of this area while you are visiting will be appreciated. This trail was originally built as a ‘toll road’ in 1902. Builder Easu Lamb charged hikers and horseback riders a fee to ride to the top.

This trail provides a day hike opportunity of about 5-6 hours round trip. There are moderately difficult grades going up the mountain. However, those not used to high elevations may experience this hike to be quite challenging. If a vehicle is parked at the Benham Trailhead, a through-hike of 8.5 miles can be made by connecting with the Benham Trail, #38. If is also possible to connect with the Bixler Saddle Trail, #72, the Buckskinner Trail, #130, the Clover Spring Look, #46, or the City of Williams Link Trail, #124, for longer hikes.

Trail: Blue Ridge
National Park: Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
Features: Creek(s)
River(s)
Activities: Dogs - On leash
Camping - Backpacking
Bicycling (any)
Bicycling - Mountain
Pedestrian - Walking/Hiking/Running
Equestrian - riding
Snow - Showshoeing
Wildlife observation - Birds

Difficulty: Intermediate
Miles: 8.7 miles
Desc: The trail follows Billy Creek and winds its way through a ponderosa pine forest to the top of Blue Ridge Mountain. The mountain is volcanic and summit offers scenic vistas. Portions of the trail follow logging roads, connector trails head SE and NW
From lakeside travel south on AZ 260 east on Bucksprings Road, north on FR 182 and west on FR 187 to Trailhead #2. Continue on FR 187 to reach Trailhead #1.

Trail: Bright Angel
National Park: Grand Canyon National Park
Miles: 7.8 miles
Desc: The Bright Angel Trail was originally an Indian trail used by the Havasupai Indians to commute between the rim and Indian Garden. The trail was improved by prospectors in the late 1800’s. One of the miners, Ralph Cameron, realizing that the tourist trade was more profitable than the mining trade, brought out his partners and took control of the trail. He extended the trail from Indian Garden to the river and began to charge a toll of $1 for its use. The tourist with a free access path to the river. In 1928, after a long owenership battle with the Mr. Cameron, ownership of the Bright Angel Trail was finally transerred to the National Park Service.
Elevations: Rim - 6860’ Colorado River - 2400’

Trail: Central Arizona Project (CAP)Trail
National Park: Pima County Natural Resources, Parks + Recreation Dept.
Features: Mountain peak(s)
Activities: Bicycling (any)
Bicycling - Mountain
Dogs - On leash
Equestrian - riding
Equestrian - other stock
Pedestrian - Walking/Hiking/Running
Roller/Inline Skating
Skateboarding
Wildlife observation - Birds

Desc: The CAP Trail is a regional trail that passes through both rural and urban areas. It is therefore both an urban trail/bikeway and a primitive, natural-surface shared-use trail. In rural areas, the trail has (and will be) constructed as a compacted earthen trail. In more urbanized areas, such as the Town of Marana and the western fringes of the City of Tucson, it will be constructed to the countys Divided Urban Pathway standard, which includes a 12 paved path and an 9 meandering natural surface trail.