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| | Outdoors people generally like this part of Arizona. If you happen to be in Arizona, why not go trekking, it is always an exciting thing to do. Each hiking trail in Arizona is different from the others. An average amount of precipitation falls at Bear Flat Pleasant Valley Trail; through August this vicinity sees the most rain while June is frequently the driest month. The length of Bear Flat Pleasant Valley Trail is on the longer side having an average number of uphill miles which makes it a fine hiking trail for experienced backcountry trekkers in great |
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shape. There's not much difference in elevation along the trail, so you won’t have to worry about different climate zones along your backcountry walk. This is just one of a large number of hiking trails in this neighborhood. This is a hiking trail that is quite long, so make sure
| | you bring plenty of supplies. Great outdoors trails for trekking, and backpacking can be found all over Arizona, and one of these is Bear Flat Pleasant Valley Trail in Gila County. Pretty far from Payson you find Bear Flat Pleasant Valley Trail, but backcountry trekking it is good excitement any time. Backcountry backpacking here in the Mogollon Rim Mountains is a really great way to spend quality time in the fresh air. This area does get very dry sometimes, so do check for current fire restrictions before you go if you plan to bring a stove or make a camp | |
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fire. Put on your backcountry trekking shoes, and hit the trail, Bear Flat Pleasant Valley Trail in Gila County, Arizona is a wonderful location for getting out. There are two trailheads to chose from, one in each end which means you have the option of backpacking it one way if
you have someone to pick you up at the other end. Please follow all local rules about fires and camping. Of course, this is an overnight backcountry hike, 2.5 days normally, so it's a splendid thing if your backpack is big enough to do the job. Bear Flat Pleasant Valley Trail is
15.4 miles long; it's considered a longer backcountry walk. Through the long summer days at Bear Flat Pleasant Valley Trail highs are generally in the 90's. When the night sets in temperatures fall down into the 50's. Highs during the winter are frequently in the 50's while Bear
Flat Pleasant Valley Trail overnight low temperatures during the winter are in the 20's. The total elevation difference for this hiking trail is 1,293 feet which is about average.
Briefly about the general area:
And if that's not enough, there's heaps more to do near
Bear Flat Pleasant Valley Trail. If you came for an overnight stay Horton Campground is a glorious place to camp. And if that's not enough there's heaps more cool things to do in the Mogollon Rim Mountains. Don't forget to take a delightful little visit to Sharp Creek; don't leave
Bear Flat Pleasant Valley Trail without first paying a visit to Cherry Spring.
Hunter Creek is a pretty stream that is worth taking a look at, and camping is available at Bear Flat Campground. Bear Flat Pleasant Valley Trail is in the neighborhood of See Canyon which is definitely
worth a visit; Hole-in-Ground is a brilliant spot to stretch your legs a bit. A pleasant spree to Bear Flat is a great way to spend an afternoon, and a tour to Sycamore Spring will fill your soul with nice feelings.
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Location of Trailhead 1: Latitude 34.2854, Longitude -111.0685
- - Directions and Road Map
Location of Trailhead 2: Latitude 34.2476, Longitude -110.9667
- - Directions and Road Map
Trailhead 1 to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 7.7 miles
Total climbing distance = 4 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
7.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
4 hours
Trailhead 2 to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 7.7 miles
Total climbing distance = 3.1 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
6.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
3.5 hours
| | Trailhead 1 back to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 15.4 miles
Total climbing distance = 7.1 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
2.5 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
9 hours
Trailhead 2 back to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 15.4 miles
Total climbing distance = 7.1 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
2.5 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
9 hours
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Total elevation difference: 1293 feet
Kohls Ranch Lodge, Payson
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14 miles away
Located on the Banks of Tonto Creek in the largest Ponderosa Pine Forest in the world, Kohl*s Ranch Lodge is historically famous for its western hospitality. The Lodge is near the Mogollon Rim in the ...
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Super 8 Motel, Payson
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19 miles away
The Super 8 is centrally located in Payson to enjoy local attractions like Christopher Creek. Free High Speed Internet Access Free Local Calls Outdoor Whirlpool/Hot Tub Seasonal Outdoor Heated...
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Outdoors Recreation Near Payson, Arizona
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Payson, Arizona, the metro area neareast to Bear Flat Pleasant Valley Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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Local climate location: PAYSON 13 miles away
        
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Majestic Mountain Inn, Payson
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20 miles away
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Best Western Payson Inn, Payson
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20 miles away
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| These outdoors activities are available near Bear Flat Pleasant Valley Trail. |
| | Trails Near Bear Flat Pleasant Valley Trail:
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Horton Creek Trail, Gila
County
, 6 miles away, 8.8 hiking miles, 722 feet elevation difference |
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Hells Gate Trail, Gila
County
, 7 miles away, 9.5 hiking miles, 2084 feet elevation difference |
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Highline Trail, Gila
County
, 10 miles away, 6.9 hiking miles, 2002 feet elevation difference |
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Myrtle Trail, Gila
County
, 13 miles away, 2.7 hiking miles, 1565 feet elevation difference |
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| | Whitewater Near Bear Flat Pleasant Valley Trail:
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Tonto Creek, Gila County
County
, 25 miles away, Class IV(V) - 2 miles long (Box) |
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Chevelon Creek, Coconino/ Navajo County
County
, 30 miles away, Class -blank- - 75 miles long (Woods Canyon Lake to Little Colorado River) |
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| | Hotels Near Bear Flat Pleasant Valley Trail:
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Kohls Ranch Lodge, Payson
, 14 miles away |
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Super 8 Motel, Payson
, 19 miles away |
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Majestic Mountain Inn, Payson
, 20 miles away |
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Best Western Payson Inn, Payson
, 20 miles away |
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Holiday Inn Express Payson, Az, Payson
, 20 miles away |
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