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| Hellsgate Trail |
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Length:
8 Miles
Usage:
Moderate
USGS Map:
Diamond Butte
Trail Number:
37
Elevation Gain:
1,671 Feet
Beginning Elevation:
3,984 Feet
High Point:
5,655 Feet
Difficulty:
Moderate
Reservation:
No
Season:
April - November
From Payson, Travel approximately 11.5 miles east of Payson on State Highway #260, (past mile marker 266). Turn right onto FR #405A and follow it for 0.5 mile to a cement water trough on the right, which is the Hellsgate Ridge Trailhead. You will be on Hellsgate Trail #37, and 6 miles of hiking will bring you to the creek.
Location Information
The area is characterized by a deep network of steep, rugged canyons of Tonto and Haigler Creeks, which contain some awesome rock formations and deep emerald pools. The name "Hells Gate" is derived from the deep and jagged gorge which bears this name. Wildlife include deer, elk, bobcat and mountain lion, black bear and javelina. Tonto and Haigler Creeks offer high quality cold water fishing opportunities. Caution should be used when using this trail in the summer heat. Carry an adequate supply of drinking water.
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