| Alt Names |
Sheridan Mountain, Sheridan Mountain / Smith Mesa, Camp Wood, Sheridan Mountain Smith Mesa OHV Trail System, Cottonwood Mountain, Stinson Mountain, Connell Mountains, BT Butte, Sheriden Mountain, Cedar Mesa, Sycamore Rim, Sycamore Mesa, Jones Mountain, Sheridan Mt. / Smith Mesa |
| DESCRIPTION |
This forested area offers long and challenging ATV double-track loops with great panoramic views. Most of the trails are manageable, but they are relentlessly chunky so be prepared. It is also possible to do long cruising loops on the forest service roads which will take you past some interesting old corrals and through a couple of shallow stream crossings. Primitive camping is allowed and there are no services.
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| LOCATION |
| Nearest City |
Prescott, AZ |
| GPS Coordinates |
N 34º 47.897' W 112º 51.745' |
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From: Prescott, AZ
1) Takr CR-5 (Williamson Valley Rd.) north 22.1 miles
2) Turn left (west) on NF-21, continue 15.5 miles
3) Turn right (north) on NF-95, continue about 100 feet. Campsite/staging is on the right
4) Or continue .25 miles further along NF-95 to the larger staging area (recommended for RV's) |
| AREA TYPE |
| Area Type |
Trail |
| Land Type |
National Forest |
| QUALITY |
| Pros |
free camping, long trail loops, great scenery |
| Cons |
lots of sharp rocks, no services, trail loops are long, very long access road - 15 mile dirt access road - is graded but long and slow, no single track motorcycle trails |
| Rating |
 Good
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| Recommended Stay |
1-2 Days
Spring/Fall |
| TERRAIN |
| Square Miles |
130 |
| Miles Of Trail |
40 |
| Climate Type |
Forest |
| Elevation |
3500 to 6500 ft. |
| Trail Maintenance |
Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained |
| Loose Dirt |
 Little |
| Hard Pack |
 Mostly |
| Sand |
 None |
| Mud |
None |
| Dust |
Little |
| Rocks |
 All |
| Trees |
 Many |
| Steep Hills |
 Some |
| Water Crossings |
 Few |
| Small Jumps |
Few |
| Large Jumps |
None |
| Berms |
Few |
| Sand/Gravel Pits |
None |
| Single Track |
None |
| Roads |
Few |
| Intersections |
Few |
| Rider Traffic |
Few |
| Shade |
Many |
| Ranges/Gunfire |
None |
| Hazards |
Few |
| Novice Terrain |
Little |
| Amateur Terrain |
Mostly |
| Expert Terrain |
Some |
| Comment |
rocks, rocks and more rocks |
| REGULATIONS |
| Permit Required |
No |
| Dates Open |
Year-Round |
| Spark Arrestor |
Yes |
| Noise Limit |
Yes |
| Night Riding |
Unknown |
| Flags |
Not Required |
| Two Strokes |
No Restriction |
| Cross Country |
Prohibited |
| ATVs |
No Restriction |
| 4x4s (registered) |
Some Areas |
| Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies |
No Restriction |
| Bicycles |
No Restriction |
| Hiking |
No Restriction |
| Horseback |
No Restriction |
| Camping |
No Restriction |
| Campfires |
Some Areas |
| Alcohol |
No Restriction |
| Fireworks |
Prohibited |
| Firearms |
Prohibited |
| Law Enforcement |
Few/Periodic |
| FEES |
| Parking Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Entry Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Riding Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Camping Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| KEY SERVICES |
| First Aid |
30+ Miles (SE) |
| Gasoline |
30+ Miles (SE) |
| Diesel |
30+ Miles (SE) |
| Water |
30+ Miles (SE) |
| RV Hookup |
30+ Miles (SE) |
| RV Disposal |
30+ Miles (SE) |
| Campground |
30+ Miles (SE) |
| Conv Store |
30+ Miles (SE) |
| Swim Area |
30+ Miles (SE) |
| Water Body |
30+ Miles (SE) |
| Boat Ramp |
30+ Miles (SE) |
| CONTACTS |
| Contact Info |
Prescott National Forest
344 S. Cortez St.
Prescott, AZ 86303
(928) 443-8000
dmaneely@fs.fed.us
www.fs.fed.us
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