General Springs

4/5 (7 reviews)
Directly off of the 44.5-mile Rim Road, General Springs is a quick side trip well worth your time when navigating one of the best roads along the Mogollon Rim. Through the tall pines, you end at a beautiful Arizona style meadow with the well preserved General Springs Cabin. This is an excellent si... Read More
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Highlights of General Springs

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Highest Elevation
7265 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
05/15 - 10/15
Best Direction
North
Official Trail Name
705
Nearest Town
Payson
Nearest Services
Payson
Management Agency
Coconino National Forest
District
Mogollon Rim Ranger District

Overview

Directly off of the 44.5-mile Rim Road, General Springs is a quick side trip well worth your time when navigating one of the best roads along the Mogollon Rim. Through the tall pines, you end at a beautiful Arizona style meadow with the well preserved General Springs Cabin. This is an excellent side-trip for anyone looking for good camping and access to fantastic hiking trails.

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5 Waypoints
17 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
7 Community Reviews
1 Video
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