Near Schultz Creek Trail
Near Schultz Creek Trail
View from the Sunset Parking Lot. Schultz Creek Trail heads out from here.

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Schultz Creek Trail

4.0 (1 Rating)
A fun and popular hike to Schultz Pass.
1.4
mi
Distance
346
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.38mi
Distance
346ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
50%
Max Grade
8,064ft
High Point
7,718ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail is a continuation of AZT - Passage 33 - Flagstaff that continues to follow Schultz Creek northward. The grade from the junction with AZT - Passage 33 - Flagstaff is gentle as it climbs along the creek (which might be running) through pines, aspen and Douglas fir. Schultz Creek is extremely popular and a multi-use trail, so be ready for encounters.

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