Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 2 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Prescott National Forest
Spruce Mountain has a fire lookout at the summit. It is one of four fire lookouts in the Bradshaw Mountains. It is staffed during peak wildfire season and visitors are encouraged to climb the 55 feet to the lookout to talk to the volunteer and learn about fire prevention.
March 20, 2023
Excellent views and good training exercise. Hike from Smith Ravine Trail 297 or Groom Creek Trail 307. 🌲👍🏻🙂
September 19, 2024
Also check out:
"This Site Listed on the AMERICAN RESOURCES NATIONAL HISTORIC LOOKOUT REGISTER: A national register recognizing a fire lookout sites, structures and towers with historic and cultural significance to forest fire detection in order to promote their protection. Maintained in cooperation with federal, state, and private forestry agencies and landowners throughout the United States. firelookout.net "
September 19, 2024
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