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Skull Valley Overlook

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Skull Valley Overlook

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Skull Valley Overlook

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Prescott National Forest

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    Location: Yavapai County, Arizona, United States

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    November 15, 2023

    Mountain biking

    Named Skull Valley by settlers due to human remains from a past Native American battle. However, the indigenous name is Bakwaeguo, meaning 'Hair,' describing a mountain resembling a pile of hair.

    October 31, 2025

    Hiking

    This is the Sierra Prieta Overlook near Prescott, Arizona. Gemini AI search showed: "The name "Sierra Prieta" means "murky mountains" in Spanish, a name given by explorer Amiel Weeks Whipple …

    December 1, 2023

    Hiking

    Named Skull Valley by settlers due to human remains from a past Native American battle. However, the indigenous name is Bakwaeguo, meaning 'Hair,' describing a mountain resembling a pile of hair.

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    Best Hikes to Skull Valley Overlook

    1. Sierra Prieta Trail & Old Chimney Trail loop — Prescott National Forest

    8.05km

    02:22

    230m

    230m

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

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

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

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    Elevation 2,100 m

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