Cottonwood Wash
0.9 mi
Distance
30 ft
Elev. Gain
19m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Cottonwood Wash is a point-to-point trail in Sitgreaves National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Navajo County, Arizona. It is 0.9 miles long and gains 30 feet. The surface is gravel. Per Arizona State Parks & Trails, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Clay Springs, Arizona, about 2 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 | 1,989 ft |
| End | 0.9 mi | 1,999 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse access: Arizona State Parks & Trails, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Gravel
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Clay Springs, AZ · about 2 mi away
- County:
- Navajo County, AZ
- Jurisdiction:
- Sitgreaves National Forest · United States Forest Service
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