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Crown King
Sunday, February 25, 2024
| Other Names | Prescott National Forest, Bradshaw Mountains, Horsethief Basin Recreation, CK Rock, Cow Creek Road |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This popular destination offers numerous miles of rugged 4x4 trails that wind through a cool mixed pine tree forest with panoramic views of the Bradshaw Mountains. There are several access points but the preferred place to stage for large trailers is near Lake Pleasant. Nearby Horsethief Lake has a cabin for rent and a few primitive campgrounds to choose from.
A grocery store, restaurants and lodging with direct trail access can be found in the Town of Crown King.
ATV rentals and guided tours are available and reservations can be made by contacting Happy Trails Powersports Rentals of Arizona.
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 | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 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 | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep vehicle on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 48,000 acres (75 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 80 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 1900 to 5700 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Some | |
| Sand | Little | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Some | |
| Rocks |  Mostly | |
| Trees |  Many | |
| Steep Hills | Many | |
| Water Crossings |  None | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms |  Few | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | Some | |
| Roads | Some | |
| Shade | Some | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | On Site | Crown King General Store (928) 632-7911 |
| Diesel | On Site | Crown King General Store (928) 632-7911 |
 Water | On Site | |
 RV Hookup | Crown King, AZ | |
 RV Disposal | Crown King, AZ | |
| Campground | On Site | Hazlett Hollow and Turney Gulch Group Campground (928) 443-8000 |
 Conv Store | On Site | Crown King General Store (928) 632-7911 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $10.00 RV: $10.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $5.00 Hazlett Hollow Campground Fee |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Very Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Crown King, AZ | ||
| From: Phoenix, AZ
1) Take I-17 North to Exit 248 2) Turn left (north-west) onto Bumble Bee Road, continue about 28 miles toward Crown King. For the Lake Pleasant Staging Area: 1) Take I-17 North to Exit 223 (Carefree Hwy Exit) 2) Turn left (west) off the exit ramp, continue 11.5 miles 3) Turn right (north) onto N. Castle Hot Springs Road, continue about 8 miles 4) Turn right (east) onto Cow Creek Road, continue about .5 miles 5) Staging area is on the right. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Prescott National Forest - Bradshaw Ranger District 344 S. Cortez Street Prescott, AZ 86303 (928) 443-8000 mailroom_r3_prescott@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Shawn Clark (Owner) Happy Trails Powersports Rentals of Arizona, LLC (602) 577-5167 htaz@happytrailsaz.com www.happytrailsaz.com |
| Comment | ATV/UTV Rentals and Tours |
| Contact Info | Bradshaw Mountain Guest Ranch 457 Main Street Crown King, AZ 86343 (928) 632-4477 crownkingaz22@gmail.com crownking.com |
| Comment | Cabin Rentals |
Crown King Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 9/17/2013 (Thanks!)
Crown King Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 9/17/2013 (Thanks!)
Crown King Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 9/17/2013 (Thanks!)
Crown King Trail Photo
Happy Trails Powersports Rentals of Arizona offers an impressive fleet of ATV and UTV rentals. Goggles and helmets are also provided.
Crown King Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 9/17/2013 (Thanks!)
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