Black River
16.8 mi
Distance
594 ft
Elev. Gain
5h 54m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
Black River is a point-to-point trail in Apache National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Greenlee County, Arizona. It is 17 miles long and gains 594 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Alpine, Arizona, about 14 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,280 ft |
| High point | 0.1 mi | 2,307 ft |
| End | 16.7 mi | 1,997 ft |
Trail Details
Horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Alpine, AZ · about 14 mi away
- County:
- Greenlee County, AZ
- Jurisdiction:
- Apache National Forest · United States Forest Service
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