Senator Loop

Total Miles
11.8

Technical Rating

2

Moderate

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Show in App
Senator Loop
10

Trail Overview

Senator Loop is a moderate trail in Crown King. Senator offers plenty of camping and scenic views of the Prescott National Forest. If you're visiting Horsethief Lake, the direct way is staying on Senator and following the signs. Taking Coal Springs Trail takes you to the Horsethief lookout tower, and loops back to the trail head. Off the main trail, there are hiking trails down into the canyon. Please respect private property signs. Senator Loop could be closed during heavy rains and snow.

Photos of Senator Loop

Senator Loop
Senator Loop

Difficulty

90% of the trail is easy, but there are a few steep inclines with loose rocks.

Technical Rating

2

Status Reports

Wes Wilkins
May 31, 2025
4x4
Open
Normal
I am only reporting on Horsethief Road near lookout tower which that part was closed. It had a couple of technical parts to it and was a fun ride.
Wyatt Pace
Sep 07, 2024
4x4
Open
Normal
Thomas Lemar
Jul 20, 2024
2008 Toyota 4Runner
Open
Normal
Dusty
William Gauderman
May 25, 2024
2017 RAM 2500
Open
Rough/Deteriorated
Road from the town of crown king to the main campground areas has been fully grated and graveled so trip is super easy. If you continue the loop to the look out tower and back to the horsethief cabin area the road is rather easy done in 2wd. There is a short section that could get hairy for the unexperienced offroad but prove to not be a challenge in 4wd with the right line. I wasnt planning on needed 4wd but it was a must for the small climb.

Senator Loop Map

Popular Trails

Wood Spring

Wood Spring

Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Fa / Sp / Wi
Black Cross Butte

Black Cross Butte

Total Miles
3.8
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Wi / Fa
South Pygmy Owl Trail

South Pygmy Owl Trail

Total Miles
4.4
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Wi / Fa
Half Mile Access Road

Half Mile Access Road

Total Miles
3.9
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

The onX Offroad Difference

onX Offroad combines trail photos, descriptions, difficulty ratings, width restrictions, seasonality, and more in a user-friendly interface. Available on all devices, with offline access and full compatibility with CarPlay and Android Auto. Discover what you’re missing today!