Location: Within the Scenic Loop, just before mile 11 at Pine Creek Trailhead Length: 2 miles round trip Difficulty: Easy-Moderate; 300 foot elevation gain Estimated Minimum Hike Time: 1½ hours Facilities: Two vault toilets at trailhead. No water available.

N Legend TrailTrailheadTrail SignsHistorical Remnants Other trailsSuggested Activity Stop Locations Wayside signs

In the middle of the hike when we turn around we’ll see the foundation of an old homestead. Because of the water, we’ll see ponderosa pines, which are rare in the desert. People have been using Pine Creek for possibly thousands of years!

Ponderosa Pine

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