The Mazatzal Mountains and Wilderness Area encompasses the northern portion of the Mazatzal Mountains which are located northeast of Phoenix. In this area you will find a diverse terrain with rocky peaks, deep canyons, and desert plains.
Mazatzal Mountains climbs to 4,262 feet (1,299.06 meters) above sea level.
This video was shot by one of our Members on thebackpacker.tv Brad Kelone
This was a six day solo hike through the Mazatzal Mountains of Arizona in spring of 2009. It is a hike that I first attempted in 2006, but failed to complete due to weather and exhaustion. This year I completed the full 80+ miles and brought back footage to prove it.
There are several popular trails in this area including the Half Moon, and Rock Creek Trails in Barnhardt Canyon. The trails take hikers along the northern edge of the mountain range.
No permits are necessary to hike or camp in the wilderness area, but there is a 15 person group size limit enforced year round.
Tonto National Forest
2324 E. McDowell Road
Phoenix, AZ 85006
Tel. (602) 225-5200
Online:
http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/tonto
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