Wild Horses

Wild Horses is a short, out-and-back singletrack trail in the Lakeside Ranger District of Arizona's Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests, managed by the Forest Service. The trail is about 0.36 miles one way, with a total round trip of roughly 0.72 miles and a total climb of about 106 feet. It sits at an elevation of about 6,560 feet, and the steepest stretch comes early on, around 0.13 miles in, with a grade of about 5 percent. The trail's name hints at the wild, untamed character of the surrounding desert, and the compact distance makes it a good choice for beginners or as a warm-up for more experienced riders. The route is short enough to fit easily into a longer day of riding in the area. Spring and fall are the most comfortable times to ride. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Show Low show May highs around 74°F and October highs around 68°F, while July and August bring the most wet days of the year. Several other trails start close by. Buena Vista Trail and Laird's are each about 0.2 miles away, and Cheater is about 0.3 miles away. For an overnight stay, Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area Campground is about 4.7 miles away.