"Trails are a a valuable asset to any community.  Trails increase property values, encourage  healthier lifestyles and provide a way for people to become engaged in the natural world."  -- Economic Values of Greenway, Trails and River Protection (1995), American Trails.org

        "A trail ... that is accessible to so many people, is in may ways one of the best amenities  that a community can have." -- Anthony Quintile, board member of Flagstaff Biking Organization

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All Parks and Recreation trails are non-motorized and open to hikers, runners, mountain bicyclists, and equestrians. Use of trails when muddy is discouraged, as it can damage the trail and make it hazardous for others to use. There are two multi-use trails at Fort Tuthill County Park.  DOWNLOAD MAP of   FTCP Trails

Soldiers Trail - The Soldiers Trail loops around the perimeter of the park, approximately 5.5 miles. This is an easy trail, with several challenging hills. The trail was named Soldiers Trail in honor of those who trained at the Fort when it was a National Guard Training facility prior to World War II. To reach the trail from the trailhead, go north on the Flagstaff Urban Trail for a half-mile to the trail junction. Bridge Trail - The Bridge Trail is approximately one-mile in length and connects to Soldiers Trail in the southwest portion of the park. This is a nature trail with two rock benches for enjoying the views. It is a much more challenging trail for mountain bicyclists, and is not recommended for equestrians. To reach the trail, look for the trail junctions from the north and south legs of the Soldiers Trail.

Highlands Trail Coconino County Parks and Recreation is proud to announce the completion of our newest trail. The Highlands Trail is now complete! This brand-new trail  connects Fort Tuthill County Park to the neighborhood of Kachina Village via a two-mile rural-class trail. The trail has been partially open for years, but the remaining connection was completed right before the Labor Day holiday. We would like to extend a big thank you to the American Conservation Experience who donated a crew to complete the trail.   The Highlands Trail joins the Soldiers trail on the south side of Fort Tuthill, and then makes a loop to Highway 89. Crossing 89, it connects to the KVID constructed wetlands. The trail travels through ponderosa pine forest and traverses across a few canyons where there is an opportunity to view a variety of wildlife. Two hundred volunteers built the trail in June 2008 as part of National Trails Day. Highland Trail is a cooperative project with Coconino National Forest. It was conceived by District 3 Supervisor Matt Ryan and seeded with a donation of cash and trail easement from Forest Highlands. The County provided planning, construction and maintenance. Highland Trail will be extended through Kachina Wetlands in 2009 with support from Kachina Village Improvement District.

Please note that these trails are occasionally used for events and closed temporarily to the public. Look for posted notices of trail closures and warning signs. Call 928-679-8000 for the latest information.

The Flagstaff Urban Trail System (FUTS) links Fort Tuthill to the City of Flagstaff. It is approximately five miles to downtown Flagstaff from the park. Traveling north, the trail passes Mountain Dell, University Heights, Wal-Mart, and Northern Arizona University. For more information on the FUTS, visit www.flagstaff.az.gov.

Additionally, there is a short trail (approximately one-mile in length) around the perimeter of Peaks View County Park in Doney Park, a FUTS trail connection point at Sawmill Multicultural Art and Nature County Park, and a wildlife viewing/nature trail in Pumphouse Greenway.

For information about other trails within the county, please contact the following:

Coconino National Forest
The Coconino National Forest extends from the Mogollon Rim's Blue Ridge area, west to Sedona and Sycamore Canyon, and north past the San Francisco Peaks.

Kaibab National Forest
The Kaibab National Forest includes Williams, Sycamore Canyon, Kendrick Mountain, south of the Grand Canyon, and the Kaibab Plateau north of the Grand Canyon.

Grand Canyon National Park
The Grand Canyon is an international attraction to hikers world-wide. Expect more difficult trails that range in elevation from 1500' at the Colorado River to 9000' on the North Rim.

City of Flagstaff
The Flagstaff Urban Trail System (FUTS) extends throughout the City of Flagstaff. The trails are improved surface trails suitable for hikers, runners, and cyclists. City Hall  211 W. Aspen  Flagstaff, Arizona 86001  (928) 774-5281

Arizona Trail
When complete, this border-to-border trail will cross the state from Mexico to Utah. The trail is non-motorized, and open to hikers, backpackers, mountain bicyclists, and equestrians.

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