Fossil Springs Trail Head
Fossil Springs Trail Head
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Nancy F
Phoenix, AZ51 aportes
sept de 2022
It can't be improved because it is CLOSED no signs no warning waste of gas and your car will be so covered with dust you won't be able to see out of the window.
Escrita el 7 de septiembre de 2022
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FarAway36318024058
1 aporte
may de 2019
If you get a permit for the 8mi hike (turns out to be closer to 10), make sure to be prepared! It's amazing hike that passes through beautiful terrain, but the elevation change is brutal. If you take a dog, make sure they are fit enough for the journey... or that you are fit enough to carry them back if needed.
Escrita el 4 de junio de 2019
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jbjohna
Phoenix, AZ70 aportes
ene de 2019 • Amigos
Do yourself a favor and do this hike in the winter. We only saw one other hiker the entire day. We were wearing light jackets and were comfortable during late January. We entered from the Verde Valley side on the fairly rough road. Since your already there take the extra time to visit Childs where you can see the decommissioned power plant. And for those adventurous type ford the river following the rope and look for the hotsprings on the other side of Verde River.
Escrita el 5 de febrero de 2019
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Tj_Lindberg
Mesa, AZ4 aportes
sept de 2018 • Familia
Main entrance is about 10-15 miles east of Camp Verde on highway 260. The spring itself is incredible with a waterfall & lush greenery. However, parking is extremely limited (you need to sign up weeks ahead of time online for a pass) & the entrance road is 14 miles & pretty rough in places (there is no longer an entrance from the east (Pine/ strawberry side).
Escrita el 6 de octubre de 2018
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mirage1
Tempe, AZ164 aportes
mar de 2018 • Amigos
At the time of year we went (March), there was no permit required to park. It was close to 30 degrees Fahrenheit at the trailhead, but warmed up to the 70s at the bottom of the canyon.
This is not an easy hike, for someone who's not used to the heat or the elevation. It's well over 4 miles each way, and has nearly 1,500 feet of elevation gain. Also, the trailhead starts at over 5,500 feet, which means the air is thinner than a lot of people are used to (unless they're coming from someplace like Flagstaff or Denver). It is an easy trail to follow, but there is also a lot of it that is rocky. And there are a lot of areas where there is no shade.
When we were hiking out, we saw some tourists who were in Arizona to visit the Grand Canyon, and they said when they searched for other places to go, this popped up, so they headed to this one next. They had just one liter bottle of water between them, and were assuming they could just refill at the bottom. (There is a spring, but if you are getting the water from anywhere downstream, it's not recommended to do without a filter.) They also didn't have any map, GPS, and/or hadn't downloaded the trail to their phone; they were less than a mile in and asked us "How much further?"
Please, don't be those people. Bring at least a couple of liters of water for each person - a gallon if it's summer. And prepare by having a map or downloading the trail to your phone. Plan on it taking about twice as long to climb out as it does to walk down, and be sure you leave early enough so it's not too hot.
It's really important for people to know that this is a wilderness area; there are no services after you leave the trailhead (and even there, it's just bathrooms).
All that said, it was definitely worth it, and I am looking forward to doing it again soon!
This is not an easy hike, for someone who's not used to the heat or the elevation. It's well over 4 miles each way, and has nearly 1,500 feet of elevation gain. Also, the trailhead starts at over 5,500 feet, which means the air is thinner than a lot of people are used to (unless they're coming from someplace like Flagstaff or Denver). It is an easy trail to follow, but there is also a lot of it that is rocky. And there are a lot of areas where there is no shade.
When we were hiking out, we saw some tourists who were in Arizona to visit the Grand Canyon, and they said when they searched for other places to go, this popped up, so they headed to this one next. They had just one liter bottle of water between them, and were assuming they could just refill at the bottom. (There is a spring, but if you are getting the water from anywhere downstream, it's not recommended to do without a filter.) They also didn't have any map, GPS, and/or hadn't downloaded the trail to their phone; they were less than a mile in and asked us "How much further?"
Please, don't be those people. Bring at least a couple of liters of water for each person - a gallon if it's summer. And prepare by having a map or downloading the trail to your phone. Plan on it taking about twice as long to climb out as it does to walk down, and be sure you leave early enough so it's not too hot.
It's really important for people to know that this is a wilderness area; there are no services after you leave the trailhead (and even there, it's just bathrooms).
All that said, it was definitely worth it, and I am looking forward to doing it again soon!
Escrita el 17 de septiembre de 2018
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shendrix
Scottsdale, AZ581 aportes
jul de 2018 • Amigos
It's long...you will need a good 4-6 hours depending on your fitness level. Hiking shoes are best, but at least tennis shoes for sure.It can be hot also, make sure you wear a hat. And take a bunch of water...a gallon per person...and I take more as I am a thirsty hiker. But it's glorious all the way to the "toilet bowel," as it is called. I wouldn't take any little kids...it's just too long. Older kids should be fine. It is closed a lot due to fire restrictions and you have to make a reservation with the forest service to park there, so don't come unprepared...also the gate opens at 8 a.m. and not a second prior, so don't think you will be starting at 6 a.m. There are no facilities of any kind along the way...nothing. So come prepared, but it is a journey well worth it.
Escrita el 27 de julio de 2018
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3tothebeach
Scottsdale, AZ278 aportes
jun de 2018 • Familia
Possible wild fires and threats of fire have everything up here closed.
Check first before the drive from the Valley
Check first before the drive from the Valley
Escrita el 30 de junio de 2018
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Clark W
Phoenix, AZ1 aporte
jul de 2017 • Amigos
I've been all around the Arizona wilderness and this place was one of the coolest spots in the state.
There are excellent spots to jump into the crystal clear water and swim. The waterfalls are huge and amazibg and there is a spot where you can even go behind the falls.
Also dont miss a chance to swim through the underwater cave into the "toilet bowl"
There are excellent spots to jump into the crystal clear water and swim. The waterfalls are huge and amazibg and there is a spot where you can even go behind the falls.
Also dont miss a chance to swim through the underwater cave into the "toilet bowl"
Escrita el 15 de agosto de 2017
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irma s
2 aportes
jun de 2017 • Familia
Great experience, a must see! The water is so clear and refreshing.The trail was easy to follow and each parking lot had clean restrooms. Would be nice if they had water fountains as well.My family and I had a great time, I cant wait to do it again.
Escrita el 23 de junio de 2017
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Gina G
7 aportes
may de 2016
It's hard to do only because it's so long and flat. They are warning signs every couple feet in the beginning to scare you. If you're an experienced hiker and have a couple bottles of water you'll be just fine. If you go up to the "toilet bowl" it's an amazing swimming hole. I went the wrong direction the first time I went. Don't forget to get your parking pass before!
Escrita el 25 de abril de 2017
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Maria V Chang
Avondale, Arizona
which side should I enter if I want to go to the cave, from camp verde or strawberry
Escrita el 4 de abril de 2021
My mom is a fit 70 year old. Is the hike too strenuous? How far do you hike? Is it flat?
Escrita el 8 de mayo de 2018
Very rigorous hike. Not at all flat. Difficult and taxing for this 58 yo female. Very hot in summer months.
Escrita el 12 de septiembre de 2019
We didn't have 4x4 we had all wheel drive but it wouldn't hurt. It's a very bumpy drive in and out.
Escrita el 14 de junio de 2017
I saw that the parking permits are limited to vehicles less than 22 feet. We are traveling in a 30 foot RV. Is there any parking for larger vehicles?
Escrita el 25 de mayo de 2016
I don't think so. The parking areas are quite small & I wouldn't want to drive a big RV down that 14 mile rough road. That being said, I think people are getting confused. There are 2 separate ways in to Fossil Creek. Coming from Camp Verde, you get the 14 mile rough road, but then the hike to the falls is only approx 1.5 miles & not too strenuous. The other entrance is coming from Strawberry & the parking there is different, but you have a long hike to the trailhead on a dirt road that gets really hot. You need to check the website for more accurate info & a really good map. I tried to include a link, but it wouldn't work. check google
Escrita el 21 de junio de 2016
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