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Prescott Viewpoint

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Prescott Viewpoint

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Prescott Viewpoint

Name: Prescott Viewpoint
Rating: 2

Recommended by 6 hikers

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Prescott National Forest

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Location: Yavapai County, Arizona, United States

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1. Thumb Butte Trail Loop— Prescott National Forest

3.45km

01:10

170m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Thumb Butte Trail to Trail 326 loop — Prescott National Forest

4.69km

01:30

180m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Thumb Butte Trail to Trail 367 loop — Prescott National Forest

7.42km

02:15

230m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Georg Koester

July 28, 2024

You can find many tours of this area in my published list. The Thumb Butte Trail #33 featured in this highlight has some additional noteworthy features. The East side of the loop is paved and one of the continuously steepest areas of the entire Prescott National Forest with an incline of ~714 feet elevation gain per mile with 14-21% grades, if I calculated correctly. Multiple benches along the way offer scenic overlooks and a break for those needing to catch their breath. So, it is excellent for both uphill and downhill training exercise. At the top you can also explore a brief spur to ascend a little further, but only during the part of the year, when falcons are not nesting near the peak. The West side of the loop is mostly gravel and rocks, and being longer offers a gentler set of grades. Between the two sections at the top lies another brief out and back spur with the best views of Prescott toward the South on this loop. Enjoy!

oliviakellis

July 23, 2023

This viewpoint on the Thumb Butte trail is a perfect spot to take a picture or simply soak in the incredible scenery. From this overlook you can see the stunning rock formations of the Granite Dells, the city of Prescott, and the surrounding mountain ranges all spread out before you. It's a beautiful place to pause and be present, enjoying the panoramic views of the natural landmarks and landscape. Definitely bring your camera to capture this picture-perfect vista.

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Elevation 1,850 m

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Location: Yavapai County, Arizona, United States

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Prescott Viewpoint

1. Thumb Butte Trail Loop— Prescott National Forest

2. Thumb Butte Trail to Trail 326 loop — Prescott National Forest

3. Thumb Butte Trail to Trail 367 loop — Prescott National Forest

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