They had just one liter bottle of water between them, and were assuming they could just refill at the bottom. However, parking is extremely limited … Fossil spring is a beautiful oasis Main entrance is about 10-15 miles east of Camp Verde on highway 260. I again volunteered to be the tailgater and no one objected. Caution should be taken when using this trail in the summer heat. The trail becomes progressively more rocky, making footing difficult in places. Permits can be found here: https://www.recreation.gov/permits/4251903 Grab a permit early, as this is a popular hike! The Fossil Creek Wilderness Area is an oasis destination attracting hikers, sunbathers, cliff-jumpers, and swimmers to its crystal clear water. This is not an easy hike, for someone who's not used to the heat or the elevation. Hiking Fossil Springs Trail to Toilet Bowl — Fossil Creek Wilderness, AZ The Fossil Creek Wilderness Area is an oasis destination attracting hikers, sunbathers, cliff … The trail is well marked right up to the point where the trail splits between "Fossil Springs" and the "Toilet Bowl/Dam." The hike was pleasant even though it goes downhill first, and it took me about 1.5 hours to get down. The trail is well marked right up to the point where the trail splits between "Fossil Springs" and the "Toilet Bowl/Dam." Spring-Summer Season (April 1 - October 1): A reserved, printed permit is required. Be sure to bring plenty of water, no matter which trail you choose to hike down and back. Both areas have nice swimming pools for a dip. Saw some snow on the way down, but still warm enough out to swim. Seasoned hikers will find this an easy trail. The trail then turns south and goes a half-mile to the springs. Bob Bear Trail In Arizona. The trail then tur Bring a set of swimming trunks, towel, and lunch. Trail map of the Fossil Creek Trail from Spring Creek Trail at Spring Canyon Community Park to Carpenter Road. GlyndaAshmore Travel. Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for the date(s) you selected. Beautiful and so worth it but VERY long. Great trail! Not too steep, but long, especially in the sun. Report. Well worth the effort it takes to get back out. The name of the Fossil Springs Trail has been changed to Bob Bear Trail. Since your already there take the extra. The creek seems to appear out of nowhere being fed from a number of springs from water running off the Mogollon Rim. Yes, the sign near the end of the trail posted “Dam” takes you to the fall. Very nice trail. And for those adventurous type ford the river following the rope and look for the hotsprings on the other side of Verde River. Submit a Review. Ideally 4-6 hours. Fossil Springs Trail Hike In Coconino National Forest - Duration: 10:29. 18 ends at the old dam, where it meets the Flume trail after 4.75 miles. I hiked out around 4 pm, and was able The trail is very open all the way down so make sure to wear sunscreen lotion and hat! There are some areas where loose rock makes the going a bit tricky but, for the most part, the going was easy except for being a bit steep. There is a lot of loose rock on this part of the trail making it easier to go down than the return climb out. The Fossil Spring trailhead and trail to Fossil Creek will be closed to visitors between July 1, 2019 and Aug. 1, 2019, according to officials with the Tonto National Forest. It isn’t all that uncommon to run into pictures of the waterfall and the unflatteringly named “toilet bowl” on Instagram. The Fossil Springs Trail was once a rough wagon road that served as a mail rout from Camp Verde to Pine/Payson communities from 1884 to 1911. The Fossil Springs Trail was once … There are no reviews yet. 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. Need reservations, take plenty of water, not for the unfit, but amazing! Attractions: Fossil Springs Waterfall, horseback riding, the toilet bowl, springs, camping Directions to the Fossil Springs Hiking Trail The Fossil Creek trail is just west of Strawberry in central Arizona, approximately two hours outside of Phoenix. And prepare by having a map or downloading the trail to your phone. Bob Bear Trail In Arizona. The trail begins at an elevation of 5,700 feet on Deadman Mesa near the town of Strawberry and descends 1,500 feet over 4 miles into the Fossil Creek canyon. Fossil Springs is a riparian Wilderness Area with plenty of shade and deserves the protection and respect of those who visit it. A great option for hikers looking for a modest workout and nice views of the area, this offers a hike to a babbling creek for a nice out-and-back, or make it … Fossil Springs Trail Head, Pine : consultez 28 avis, articles et 28 photos de Fossil Springs Trail Head, classée n°1 sur 7 activités à Pine sur Tripadvisor. It was close to 30 degrees Fahrenheit at the trailhead, but warmed up to the 70s at the bottom of the canyon. Fossil Springs Trail descends approximately 1400' over 4 miles to the springs for which Fossil Springs Wilderness was named. The trail ends at the old Fossil Creek Dam, which was decommissioned in 2005 to allow the creek to flow free. And take a bunch of water...a gallon per person...and I take more as I am a thirsty hiker. Starting from Stawberry, AZ, take Fossil Creek RD. The map at the link above helps clarify as well. It’s actually Flume Trail. It was a stunning trail with beautiful views. Daytime tempertures were in the 70°F's. The Fossil Springs Trail 18 was once a rough wagon road. The Trails of Fossil Creek Neighborhoods. Title of your review. The trail to Fossil Springs follows a steep, dusty old jeep road two miles down past an old gravel pit. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. But you may also want to see the underground spring water and pool from the spring trail also. A trail crew of Coconino National Forest employees (Adrian, Kyle, and Ring) and Arizona Civilian Conservation Corps volunteers (Ben and Lindsay) worked their way through Fossil Springs Wilderness from Fossil Springs Trailhead to Flume Trailhead for three days. The Forest Service is recommending two gallons of water per person to hike Fossil Springs. There is also a shallow cave from which swimmers can hide from the sun. The trail is primarily used for hiking, camping, horses, and backpacking. A rescue on Fossil Springs trail can take 5 to 7 hours. It wasn’t too hot when I went, but I can imagine this would be a difficult climb on a hot day. October 23, 2020. The toilet bowl was definitely worth it!! The trail on this page does NOT reach the famous waterfall. Fossil Springs Water Fall Trail. Give yourself at least 3-4 hours if you’re in good shape so you have some time to go to both the spring and falls. longer hike and less safe jumping). A bunch of the comments here saying to take the dam trail without noting that the dam trail isn’t until the very end!!! The 8-mile round-trip hike has a 1,500-foot elevation change and can be … Bob Bear Trail will stay closed. 928-474-7900. If you hike from the Fossil Springs trailhead (Strawberry), the hike is a 10 mile round trip to the falls. Arizona Trail Approach Day 8, Part 1 – Buckskin Gulch to the Arizona Trail (Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness, Vermilion Cliffs National Monument) Backpacking the Arizona Trail, Day 1 (AZ/UT Day 8, Part 4) Backpacking the Arizona Trail: Buckskin Mountain to Kaibab Plateau North (AZT Day 2, Passages 43 & 42; Arizona/Utah Day 9) There is no water and little shade for the first 3.75 miles of the trail. The trail is well marked right up to the point where the trail splits between "Fossil Springs" and the "Toilet Bowl/Dam." What I meant by this is go somewhere remote on foot where we can see nature off the beaten path, and drink a bottle of Dom Perignon that two of J’s best friends got us for our wedding and have a picnic. Browse more videos. Continue along Fossil Creek Road for approximately 4.7 miles. Fossil Springs Trail Head, Pine: See 29 reviews, articles, and 33 photos of Fossil Springs Trail Head, ranked No.1 on Tripadvisor among 7 attractions in Pine. October 23, 2020. 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