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| | Every wilderness hiking trail in Arizona has its own unique attractiveness. Backcountry hiking here in Arizona is something that is always fun to do. Del Shay Trail is not very near Payson at all, but it is a perfect hideaway from the urban center. Arizona has so much to offer nature lovers. Time to get out, and breathe some fresh air, and Del Shay Trail in Gila County, Arizona is a perfect site to go. Don’t forget to check for any current restrictions or closures before you go. Del Shay Trail gets very little rainfall; August is the month that gets |
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the most rain while June is commonly the driest month. Arizona has plenty of good wilderness hiking trails, and one of those is Del Shay Trail in Gila County. The total elevation difference for Del Shay Trail is 2,132 feet which is about average. At parts of the year this neighborhood
| | sees very little rain, so make sure you check current conditions and fire restrictions with local forest authorities before you head out. Del Shay Trail is quite long, so do pack enough food to last the whole trip. With its 9.4 miles of walking distance; it's considered a longer backcountry walk. This backcountry trail is many miles long with an average amount of climbing distance which makes it a nice hiking trail for experienced hikers in great shape. High temperatures at Del Shay Trail through the summer are in the 90's. For the period of the dark hours | |
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of summer temperatures sink down into the 50's. High temperatures during the winter are normally in the 50's; overnight lows during the winter for Del Shay Trail tend to be in the 20's. The scenic backcountry trails of the Mogollon Rim Mountains are the best way to enjoy these
mountaintops. Del Shay Trail goes through some very different elevations, so keep in mind that you may need to dress differently at different elevations. There is only one trailhead, so in and out is the way to trek it normally. This is one of a very small number of hiking trails
in this neighborhood. You should count on this walk taking about 8.5 hours, but of course some folks walk a bit slower and some a bit faster.
Briefly about the general area:
If you haven’t been to Tonto National Monument, you have to schedule some time for it since you're
here, and a short journey to Felton Spring is always worthwhile. If you want a glorious time in the great outdoors just come on up to the Mogollon Rim Mountains. You should positively dedicate some time to Del Shay Basin if you're here at Del Shay Trail, and a tour to Del Shay
Trail wouldn't be complete without taking a look at Rock Horse Spring.
These mountains rock, just look at all the cool things to do in the Mogollon Rim Mountains. Nearby Alkali Canyon is a good location to go if you're at Del Shay Trail. There are some pleasant whitewater spots
on Tonto Creek; obviously Rye Creek is a stunning stream that is worth taking a look at. Not enough hours in a day to enjoy this place. While you're here at Del Shay Trail it's a great idea to pop by Turkey Flat, and camping is available at Sleepy Hallow RV Park.
This river is so perfect. Take a side visit to Del Shay Creek, and camping at Punkin Center Trailer Corral is always a great experience.
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Location of Trailhead: Latitude 34.0317, Longitude -111.2886
- - Directions and Road Map
Total in and out hiking length = 9.4 miles
Total climbing distance = 4 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
8.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
5.5 hours
Total elevation difference: 2132 feet
Kohls Ranch Lodge, Payson
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8 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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Paysonglo Lodge, Payson
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14 miles away
Our Lodge comprises of King Queen and Two Queen bed rooms in your choice of a Standard or Deluxe setting-each with a cozy quiet and intimate atmosphere. Each room is custom made with White Ash Furnit...
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Outdoors Recreation Near Payson, Arizona
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| These outdoors activities are available near Del Shay Trail. |
| | Trails Near Del Shay Trail:
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Old Mail Trail, Gila
County
, 4 miles away, 10.2 hiking miles, 2203 feet elevation difference |
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Shake Tree Trail, Gila
County
, 14 miles away, 10.2 hiking miles, 2355 feet elevation difference |
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Boulder Creek Trail, Maricopa
County
, 15 miles away, 4.5 hiking miles, 1533 feet elevation difference |
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| | National Parks Near Del Shay Trail:
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Tonto National Monument, Roosevelt - AZ
, 28 miles away |
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Montezuma Castle National Monument, Camp Verde - AZ
, 52 miles away |
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Tuzigoot National Monument, Clarkdale - AZ
, 52 miles away |
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| | Hotels Near Del Shay Trail:
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Tonto Basin Inn, Tonto Basin
, 6 miles away |
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Punkin Center Lodge, Tonto Basin
, 7 miles away |
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Kohls Ranch Lodge, Payson
, 8 miles away |
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Elk Haven Cabins, Payson
, 11 miles away |
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Paysonglo Lodge, Payson
, 14 miles away |
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14 miles away
