Fossil Creek to Irving Trailhead

Total Miles
2.7

Technical Rating

1

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

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Fossil Creek to Irving Trailhead
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Trail Overview

This 2.7-mile point-to-point trail takes you from Fossil Creek to the Irving Trailhead. There are several parking areas along this trail. Parking in these areas requires a permit from 1 April to 1 October. The trail begins to become more difficult after the bridge over the Verde River. There are pit toilets in several of the parking areas. Excellent area for hiking. Do not attempt to go beyond the Irving Trailhead, the road has been damaged due to landslides.

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Fossil Creek to Irving Trailhead
Fossil Creek to Irving Trailhead

Difficulty

This is a maintained dirt road.

Technical Rating

1

Status Reports

Bob Cusick
Jan 18, 2025
2023 Toyota 4Runner
Open
Normal
Dusty
Leo Brown
May 26, 2023
4x4
Open

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