Event

Guided Backcountry Hike: Historic Blue Forest

Petrified Forest National Park

Fee:

Free. Hike is free with park entry

Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, November 12, 2022

Time:

9:30 AM

Duration:

5 hours and 30 minutes

Type of Event

Guided Tour
Hike

Description

Hike 4 miles round trip on the Historic Blue Forest Trail constructed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), with the trail rehabilitated in 2013 for adventurous hikers like yourselves! This hike traverses the trail and beyond through rugged, beautiful badlands, which includes very steep ascents and descents.  Be prepared to hike approximately 3 hours over rugged desert terrain, average elevation gain about 425 feet, and rated challenging

Hikes are free with park entrance fee.  Reservations required and limited to 10 participants per hike. Hikers will need to be prepared with adequate food, water, clothing, footwear, hat, sunscreen, and hiking poles.  Face masks may be required for entering buildings. Please, no pets or children under the age of 12 on hikes.  Inclement weather and extreme mud will cancel hikes. 

To make a reservation or for more information call 928-524-6228 x276, leave a message if no answer.

Reservation or Registration: Yes


Contact Information

Emily Devereaux
928-524-6228 x276
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