Gila County, Arizona

Top Spots in and near Gila County

  • Whiteriver, Arizona

    Apache Falls

    4.0
    0.82 mi / 16 ft gain
    Apache Falls in the Salt River Canyon is an impressive fall because of the size and the amount of water flowing over them (especially after snowmelt) and is one of the few waterfalls in AZ that is in a river not a creek. The falls are very easy to get to, only ¾ mile off the HW. To reach the fall...
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  • Gila County, Arizona

    Cibecue Falls

    4.3
    2.94 mi / 453 ft gain
    Hike to Cibecue Falls on a canyoneering adventure to check out an incredible waterfall in Arizona. The Hike It’s a bumpy ride down an old dirt road to get to the trailhead to hike Cibecue Falls. Use extreme caution on this road as there are very narrow sections with sheer cliffs. The road follo...
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  • Roosevelt, Arizona

    Visit Tonto National Monument

    3.7
    1.5 mi / 305 ft gain
    Explore two remarkably preserved American Indian cliff dwellings that date back to the 13th century. Set within a shelter bluff on the side of steep cliffs, the Upper and Lower Cliff Dwellings are well protected, and have great views of the surrounding Sonoran Desert. If you get to the park early...
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  • Roosevelt, Arizona

    Camp At Burnt Corral Campground On Apache Lake

    5.0
    Located in the Superstition Wilderness about 65 miles northeast of Phoenix, AZ, Apache Lake is one of the most popular recreational lakes in Arizona because it has something for everyone: hiking, boating, fishing, water skiing, camping, swimming, and more! The Burnt Corral Campground is located o...
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  • Rogers Trough Trailhead, Arizona

    Hike Rogers Canyon Trail

    5.0
    8 mi / 1108 ft gain
    The Superstition Wilderness is a vast rugged landscape where you can find the cultural remains of ancient Hohokam, Salado, Apache, and Yavapais tribes.  Rogers Canyon Trail takes you to one of the most impressive and best preserved archaeological sites this region has to offer.  These Salado ruin...
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  • Pinal County, Arizona

    Photograph Elephant Arch

    4.0
    0.4 mi / 250 ft gain
    ...For this very short stroll to Elephant Arch, I'd like to clarify that it's more of a sightseeing and/or photo opportunity trip than a hiking trip. It's so close that it can be seen from the side of the road. So just forewarning! Nonetheless, if you love natural wonders then it's a landmark you...
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  • Superior, Arizona

    Hike Picketpost Mountain

    4.7
    4.4 mi / 2200 ft gain
    From the parking lot you will start out on the Arizona Trail until you reach the turn off to begin your accent up the mountain.  This part of the trail isn't well maintained, and is a scramble, so be ready to use those hands.  The trail is marked with cairns though and there is enough traffic tha...
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  • Tonto Basin, Arizona

    Hike to Brown's Peak

    5.0
    6 mi / 1957 ft gain
    Starting at the trailhead you will begin hiking through oak trees and forest. At numerous times throughout the hike Roosevelt Lake can be seen to the northwest. Approximately 3 miles into your hike you will reach a small campsite in the saddle of the mountain. This is your turnaround point if you...
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  • Pinetop-Lakeside, Arizona

    Mogollon Rim Interpretive Trail

    3.0
    0.8 mi / 30 ft gain
    Mogollon Rim Interpretive Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see local wildlife located near Lakeside, Arizona.
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  • Navajo County, Arizona

    Blue Ridge Cave Trail

    6.8 mi / 554 ft gain
    Right off Arizona Highway 260 at Porter Mountain Rd., you'll find this easy out-and-back hike that will wind you past Scott Reservoir to an ancient lava tube cave. To access the trailhead, take Porter Mountain Rd. for one mile off Highway 260, the parking area is easily visible about 0.1 mi past...
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Camping and Lodging in Gila County

Timber Camp Recreation Area And Group Campgrounds
Globe, Arizona

Timber Camp Recreation Area And Group Campgrounds

Kellner Group Campground
Globe, Arizona

Kellner Group Campground

Schoolhouse Campground (Az)
Point

Schoolhouse Campground (Az)

Grapevine Group Campground
Roosevelt, Arizona

Grapevine Group Campground

Reynolds Creek Group Campground
Young, Arizona

Reynolds Creek Group Campground

Windy Hill Campground
Roosevelt, Arizona

Windy Hill Campground

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