E Cross L

E Cross L is a 9.3-mile out-and-back hike in the Bradshaw Ranger District of Prescott National Forest in Arizona, managed by the Forest Service. The trail rises from about 5,750 feet to a high point of 7,097 feet, with a total elevation gain of 515 feet. It is a hard route, and the climb is spread across the full length of the trip. The trail is open year-round and is a natural-surface route that allows both horses and bikes. That makes it a versatile option for riders and pack animals, and the trail's own figures confirm that both are permitted. The route is a long one, so plan on a full day. The Dandrea Trail #285 and the Collins trail both lie about 2 miles away. Climbers can head to Wolf Creek, 384 Boulders, about 3.5 miles off, and Lynx Lake Recreation Area offers fishing roughly 8.5 miles away.