Overview: Yew Thicket Trail #52 starts on the Kaibab National Forest in open stands of ponderosa pine and pinyon-juniper woodland. This portion of the trail follows an old roadbed across the canyon rim. At its junction with Lonesome Pocket Trail #61, this trail narrows to a footpath. Here the trail is at its most scenic and most difficult as it descends a steep canyon through red rock bluffs. Yew Thicket Trail #52 continues southwest along a side canyon as it approaches its end at Sycamore Basin Trail #63. Trail #63 is the main thoroughfare through the 55,000-acre Sycamore Canyon Wilderness and presents excellent opportunities for backpacking in this rugged, remote area.
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WARNING! Hiking and outdoor related sports can be dangerous. Be responsible and prepare for the trip. Study the area you are entering and plan accordingly. Dress for the current and unexpected weather changes. Take plenty of water. Never go alone. Make an itinerary with your plan(s), route(s), destination(s) and expected return time. Give your itinerary to trusted family and/or friends.
Only trailheads with six "amenities" have fees. Amenities are picnic tables, trash, toilet, parking, interpretive signing and security.
Directions
Road
To hike To access this trail from the Prescott National Forest, use the trailhead for Trail #61. From Chino Valley, take Perkinsville Road approximately 23 miles to FR 181. Turn right onto FR 181 and travel east about 7.5 miles to Henderson Flat and the trailhead for Trail #61. Road conditions are paved, then dirt. This portion of FR 181 is suitable for all vehicles in fair weather.