New trails in Granite Dells

This will be an easy and scenic "lollipop" hike introducing two of the new trails in the Granite Dells. We'll start from the Gateway trailhead on Old Hwy 89A and pick up the brand new Soggy Bottom and Silverback trails, cross the Peavine and take Trampus and Elizabeth's trails which loop back across Peavine and back onto Silverback to complete the loop. Not much elevation gain, about 175 feet and a total distance of about 3.5 miles.

Directions from Prescott: From the Hwy 89/Sheldon/Gurley St. "split," take Hwy 89 north about 5 miles. Just past Granite Gardens Dr., turn right onto Old Hwy 89A and proceed bout 1/4 mile to the old 89A bridge and park along the road. The trail begins at the north end of the bridge.