While in the FR203A Sierra Ancha area of the Bull Canyon TH to hike other trail and off-trail options, this spur road drive and very short ~30 yards walk one way from the FR3368 road end "Cliff Overlook" to view the scenic and ancient Coon Creek Cliff Dwelling Ruins Site is a worthy addition to your planned day.
Note
Best viewed in the mid-morning hours due to sun location across Coon Creek Canyon.
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.
Permit $$
None
Directions
Road
High Clearance possible when dry
To walk/tour From the Phoenix area:
On Hwy 60 in Globe(MP247.0), take State Hwy 188 northwest toward Lake Roosevelt for 14.7mls to its junction with State Hwy 288 (MP229.4); turn Right on State Hwy 288 and drive north for 6.9 miles to signed Cherry Creek Rd (FR203); Turn right(east) on maintained, gravel road FR203 and drive for 10.2 miles just past cattle guard to the junction with signed FR203A; Turn left(north) on high clearance (light truck tires recommended) FR203A and follow this very scenic, some one-way narrow sections with exposure, ridgeline climbing, seldom maintained FR203A for 2.75 miles to the signed intersection with FR3368; Turn west (left) onto FR3368 for 0.3 miles to the road end at Park/TH Start (see recommended and posted GPS Driving Route and ~30 yards one way Walking Route);
page created by Grasshopper on Jan 27 2015 6:09 pm