Are dogs allowed on Fortification Hill?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Fortification Hill but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Fortification Hill?

No, Fortification Hill does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Fortification Hill?

Fortification Hill is rated difficult. It is 3.5 miles long with 1,650 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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DifficultOut and Back

Arizona

Fortification Hill

Willow Beach, Arizona

3.5 mi

Distance

1,650 ft

Elev. Gain

1h 52m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The Fortification Hill trail is a relatively undiscovered one and leads to an extinct volcano in the middle of the desert. The trail is pretty easy, even if there is a small amount of hikers that are in danger of being trampled on. It appears that there is a wind funnel at this junction. You should use a walking stick. 4 miles round trip, paraphrase.

From Wikipedia

Fortification Hill is a prominence adjacent to Lake Mead in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area; it is located at the northwest terminus region of the Black Mountains (Arizona), and specifically the north region of the Black Mountains. It is near a southern section of Lake Mead, and just northeast of Hoover Dam. It can easily be seen eastward across Las Vegas Bay or from the two northern mountain terminuses of Eldorado Mountains (Nevada), or the Black Mountains (Arizona).

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:714 ft

Max:1,128 ft

503 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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