| 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, Prescott National Forest, Chino Valley Ranger District |
| DESCRIPTION |
This forested area offers some long and challenging ATV double-track loops with great panoramic views. Most of the trails are very manageable, but a few of them are relentlessly chunky so be prepared for a little bit of a bashing. In addition to the trails, it is also possible to do long cruising loops on the smooth forest service roads which take you past some interesting old corrals and through a couple of shallow stream crossings. With about 40 miles of trails, this is a great area for a full day ride, or two days of exploration, but the trails are generally more suited to ATVs than motorcycles. If you enjoy mountain views and you don't mind going slower on the rockier parts, you'll really enjoy this ride. Camping is permitted at Camp Wood staging area but there are no services. Trail Map... Directions... Nearby Trails...
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| LOCATION |
| Nearest City |
Prescott, AZ |
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From: Prescott, AZ
1) Take CR-5 (Williamson Valley Road) 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). |
| 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 |
Little |
 Amateur |
Mostly |
 Expert |
Some |
| Comment |
rocks, rocks and more rocks |
| REGULATIONS |
| Permit Required |
Yes |
| Dates Open |
Year-Round |
| Spark Arrestor |
Yes |
| Noise Limit |
Yes (96 dB) |
| Night Riding |
Unknown |
| Flags |
Not Required |
| Two Strokes |
No Restriction |
| Cross Country |
Prohibited |
| ATVs |
No Restriction |
| UTVs |
Prohibited |
| 4x4s (registered) |
Prohibited |
| Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies |
Prohibited |
| Bicycles |
No Restriction |
| Hiking |
No Restriction |
| Horseback |
No Restriction |
| Camping |
Some Areas |
| Campfires |
Some Areas |
| Alcohol |
No Restriction |
| Fireworks |
Prohibited |
| Firearms |
Prohibited |
| Law Enforcement |
Few/Periodic |
| Insurance |
| FEES |
| Parking |
Yes ($5.00)
day use area fee |
| Entry |
No ($0.00)
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| Riding |
No ($0.00)
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| Camping |
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 - Chino Valley Ranger District
735 N. Hwy 89
Chino Valley, AZ 86323
(928) 777-2200
www.fs.usda.gov
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| Contact Info |
Arizona Game & Fish Department
(602) 942-3000
www.azgfd.gov
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| Comment |
OHV Decal Info |
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| Sheridan Mountain Smith Mesa OHV Trail System Photo |
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| We couldn't get enough of these gorgeous mountain views from almost every hilltop. We stopped many times to take it all in. |
| Sheridan Mountain Smith Mesa OHV Trail System Photo |
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| The trails are an even mixture of woods and desert vegetation. This photo was taken somewhere near the staging and camping area. |
| Sheridan Mountain Smith Mesa OHV Trail System Photo |
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| This is one example of one of the many interesting little climbs and rock steps to be found on the main loop. |
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| There was nothing too extreme on the main loop, but there were enough rocks to make you feel a little bit weary by the end. |
| Sheridan Mountain Smith Mesa OHV Trail System Photo |
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| Coming down one of the many short hills. We didn't encounter anything very steep. |
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| There are some rock steps like this scattered throughout but nothing we encountered seemed too scary or dangerous. |
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| Posing in front of the old corral. There were a number of little photo opportunities like this along the main forest service roads. |
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| This was a pretty good ride for sight seeing. |
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