Established Camping
Salt Flat Trailhead
Salt Flat Trailhead is located in Prescott National Forest, featuring flat terrain with sparse vegetation. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Verde River and Montezuma Castle National Monument.
Description
Formerly a small campground, Salt Flat Trailhead is a remote site located at the boundary of the Pine Flat Wilderness Area. Provides access to: * Pine Mountain Trail #14 , Pine Flat Trail #165 , Willow Springs Trail #12 , Verde Rim Trail #161 , Beehouse Trail #165, and Nelson Trail #159 Facilities * Picnic tables * Fire rings * No drinking water * No toilet * No garbage disposal - Please pack it out
Location
Salt Flat Trailhead is located in Arizona
Directions
One hour from I-17, exit at Dugas and head east on County Road 171 to Dugas. From there take Forest Road 68 southeast for 18 miles to Salt Flat. (Rough road; recommended for high clearance vehicles only. Not recommended during wet weather.)
Coordinates
34.32491051 N
111.83524836 W
Detours Nearby
Beaver Creek Oasis
1 hr 8 min away
Cave Creek Group Site
2 hrs 42 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 13 min from Prescott Valley
- 1 hr 33 min from Phoenix
- 1 hr 46 min from Flagstaff
- 4 hrs 21 min from Lake Havasu City
Access
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
