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	Apache Trail
	Last Updated: 2/5/2010

Alt Names

Apache Trail Loop, Tonto National Forest, Superstition Wilderness, Apache Junction, Salt River Valley, Fish Creek Hill, Canyon Lake, Apache Lake, Theodore Roosevelt Dam, Roosevelt Lake

Last Known Status

Open

We get so many questions about this place we had to include it. Apache Trail is a 200 mile PAVED scenic byway loop that starts from Apache Junction and connects Hwy 88 to I-60 back to Apache Junction. After passing Tortilla Flat (near mile marker 23) the road turns into a well-maintained dirt road that continues for 22 miles toward Roosevelt Dam. Superstition Wilderness, Four Peaks Wilderness, Three Bar Wildlife Area and portions of the Tonto National Forest surround this loop, making it a very scenic drive. There are some OHV trails in this general area, but note that Apache Trail itself IS NOT AN ATV/MOTORCYCLE TRAIL, it is a paved road. There are plenty of hiking and equestrian trails, camping, boating, rafting and sightseeing opportunities such as the Tonto National Monument which offers guided tours along the preserved cliff dwellings of the ancient Saledo civilization. RVs and vehicles hauling long trailers should avoid this route, as there are many blind spots and narrow sections.

LOCATION

Nearest City

Mesa, AZ

GPS Coordinates

N 33º 24.904' W 111º 33.003'

Street Map

Trail Map

From: Mesa, AZ

1) Take Hyw 89 east toward Apache Junction
2) Turn north on Hwy 89 at Apache Junction
3) This is the start of the Apache Trail
4) There is no staging area because there are NO MOTORIZED TRAILS (this area is suitable for dual sport only)

AREA TYPE
Area Type	scenic byway

Land Type

National Forest, wilderness

QUALITY
Pros	very scenic drive, plenty of boating, camping, fishing and sight seeing opportunities
Cons	no OHV trails, area is surrounded by wilderness and wildlife land
Rating	Fair
Recommended Stay	Full Day Winter/Early Spring

REGULATIONS
Permit Required	No
Dates Open	Year-Round
Spark Arrestor	Yes
Noise Limit
Night Riding
Flags
Two Strokes
ATVs	Prohibited
UTVs	Prohibited
4x4s (registered)
Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies	Prohibited
Bicycles
Hiking	Prohibited
Horseback	Prohibited
Camping	Some Areas	(camp in developed sites only)
Campfires	Some Areas	(permitted in developed campsites only)
Alcohol	No Restriction
Fireworks	Prohibited
Firearms	Some Areas
Law Enforcement	Few/Periodic

FEES
Parking Fee	No ($0.00)
Entry Fee	No ($0.00)
Riding Fee	No ($0.00)
Camping Fee	No ($0.00)

KEY SERVICES
First Aid	20-30 Miles (SW)	Valley Luteran Hospital
Gasoline	Mesa, AZ
Diesel	Mesa, AZ
Water	Mesa, AZ
RV Hookup	Mesa, AZ
RV Disposal	Mesa, AZ
Campground	Mesa, AZ
Conv Store	Mesa, AZ
Swim Area	Mesa, AZ
Water Body	Mesa, AZ
Boat Ramp	Mesa, AZ

CONTACTS
Contact Info	Tonto National Forest 2324 E. Mcdowell Rd Phoenix, AZ 85006 (602) 225-5200 www.fs.fed.us

GPS POINTS
N 33º 24.680' W 111º 41.292' Valley Lutheran Hospital N 33º 23.821' W 110º 52.367' Chevron N 33º 17.604' W 111º 06.001' Save Money Market N 33º 36.103' W 111º 00.372' Spring Creek RV Park & Motel N 33º 32.097' W 111º 25.167' Canyon Lake Campground

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