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| Six Shooter Canyon Trail |
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Beginning Elevation:
4,600 Feet
Difficulty:
Most Difficult
Elevation Gain:
2,960 Feet
High Point:
7,560 Feet
Length:
6 Miles
Usage:
Light to Moderate
USGS Map:
Pinal Peak
Reservation:
No
Season:
Spring - Fall
From Globe, Travel south on Forest Road 222 to the Icehouse Civilian Conservation Corp Campground.
Location Information
The trail begins on the east edge of the CCC parking area, works its way out to and across the fire break, then southeast until it intersects the Old Homestead Road a little south of the decomposed granite pit. It continues south on the road, which eventually becomes more of a trail, until it intersects the Pioneer Pass Road, #112. After crossing Road 112 the trail continues north on the old abandoned road along the creek, then up to a saddle and around a ridge along a fence line. Travelers will find an old mine shaft and the remains of a sawmill and cabin at the junction with Telephone Trail 192. Near the end of the trail is a fork. The right fork leads to Ferndell Trailhead, while the main trail crosses a road, climbs, then crosses Road 651C before ending at a T-intersection with Middle Trail #202.When the creek flows small waterfalls can be seen along the trail at several locations. The trail is a continuous climb through several life zones showing changes in vegetation according to elevation and aspect of the slope. The trail offers splendid views of Miami/Globe and the surrounding area.
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