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Fort Valley Trail System
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | Coconino National Forest, Flagstaff Ranger District, San Francisco Peaks, Chimney Springs, Schultz Creek, Dry Lake Hill, Mt. Elden, Devils Head |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This part of the Coconino National Forest offers about 20 miles of nicely maintained multiple use single track trails that form both short and long loops with gradual elevation changes and scenic mountain views. Most of the terrain is a nice mix of loose soil, narrow switchbacks and a few rocky sections.
The trails are open year-round but the best time to visit is around March through mid December. Please note that this trail system is also open to hikers, horseback riding and mountain bikes. Camping and campfires are not permitted.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | AZGFD sticker required |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | All non-residents must purchase an Arizona OHV decal. |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | ||
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Prohibited | |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | required for persons under 18 by state law (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | Prohibited | |
 Campfires | Prohibited | |
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | riders must stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Very Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Flagstaff, AZ | ||
| Address | N Fort Valley Road, Flagstaff, AZ 86001 | ||
| From: Flagstaff, AZ
1) Take US-180/Fort Valley Road North about 5 miles 2) Turn right (east) onto FS Road 164B, continue about 400 feet 3) Trailhead is on the left. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Coconino National Forest - Flagstaff Ranger District 5075 N. Highway 89 Flagstaff, AZ 86004 (928) 526-0866 sm.fs.cof_webmail@usda.gov www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Coconino Trail Riders coconinotrailriders@gmail.com coconinotrailriders.org |
| Contact Info | Arizona State Parks (602) 542-6942 (602) 542-2146 mrogers@azstateparks.gov meberhart@azstateparks.gov azstateparks.com |
| Comment | Arizona State Parks OHV Grants Program |
Fort Valley Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 11/11/2013 (Thanks!)
Fort Valley Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 6/23/2015 (Thanks!)
Fort Valley Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 6/14/2016 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Miles Of Trail | 20 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 7200 to 8500 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Mostly | |
| Hard Pack |  Little | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust |  Some | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  Many | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Many | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track |  All | |
| Roads | None | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Chevron (928) 773-9890 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Chevron (928) 773-9890 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (S) | Kit Carson RV Park (928) 774-6993 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (S) | Kit Carson RV Park (928) 774-6993 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (S) | Kit Carson RV Park (928) 774-6993 |
| Campground | Flagstaff, AZ | |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Chevron (928) 773-9890 |
RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS