Near Thompson Trail 629
Beginning of trail
Near Thompson Trail 629
West Fork Black River
Near Thompson Trail 629
Nice resting area about one mile in from trailhead.
Near Thompson Trail 629
Beautiful trail along Thompson Creek!
Near Thompson Trail 629
Black River from the West Fork Trail #628

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Thompson Trail 629

5.0 (2 Ratings)
Three Forks, Arizona
2.4
mi
Distance
375
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
FishingRiver/CreekViewsWaterfall

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.4mi
Distance
375ft
Elevation Gain
375ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
8,831ft
High Point
8,544ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The Thompson Trail 629 is a simple out and back trail along the West Fork Black River. It is located within Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest. Trailhead parking has space for about 5-7 cars right on the side of the road. The trail begins on the other side of West Fork Black River on the left. There is a small wood sign. The trail drops down off the fireroad and down toward the river. There is no stream crossings and is very scenic as the trail follows the river.The trail closely follows the river for about 2.5 miles and ends at a confluence with an unnamed side stream that empties in the West Fork Black River. Return the way you came in.

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Contributors
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