Arizona · Hiking

Pine Flat

6.5 mi
round trip
1,012 ft
climb
6,042 ft
high point
Out and back
route
Feb–May, Sep–Nov
best months

Is Pine Flat open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Verde Ranger District. It doesn't name Pine Flat, so check the source for the area it covers (6 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · Verde Ranger District. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Pine Flat is a hard hike in the Verde Ranger District of Prescott National Forest, Arizona, about 6.5 miles long with a total elevation gain of 1,012 feet. The trail rises from a low point of about 5,256 feet to a high of roughly 6,042 feet on an out-and-back route. Spring and fall are the most comfortable times to go. Typical averages from a nearby weather station show May highs around 79°F and October highs around 74°F, while July averages about 91°F and winter highs sit in the mid-50s. The Forest Service lists horses as allowed and bikes as not allowed. The trail surface is natural. Nelson, Salt Flat and Double T are all within about a mile, and the Verde River offers paddling about 2 miles away.

Local outfitters

Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.