Prescott Nature Hikes and City Walks

Trailhead is located on the west side of State Route 89, and just south of The Phippen Museum. This series of trail loops traverse more level ground than some of the other Dells trails. Trail surface varies from packed earth to slick rock. Usage is marked for mountain biking & hiking. You will enjoy beautiful rock formations and scrub oak passageways on this trail. A map of this trail is available for download.
There is no charge for parking Wednesdays.

Each participant in any of these hikes assumes total responsibility for his or her own safety and well-being.

Hello all
We are starting a weekly meetup that’s a little different from the norm. This will run from late spring throughout the summer. Island happy hour is something I’ve been doing for about 10 years now. It’s a nice little mid-week getaway for a couple hours. We meet at either the north ramp or the south ramp at Watson Lake with your kayak/canoe or any other lake suited vessel. (something that floats) We head out to an island & listen to some music enjoy some beverages/snacks and the company of others. There is no charge for parking on Wednesdays. This event is cross posted with the Ladies and gentlemens group. Please only RSVP on one group.

What to bring: Kayak/canoe etc. PFD (life vest) Paddle
Folding chair that fits in your boat
Beverages of choice.
Snacks to share (finger foods, chips, fruit etc.)
Sweater light jacket.

Where to meet:
We will meet at either the south or north ramp. I will give notice each week.
South ramp:
When you enter the park. Take the first right and go all the way to the end. You will see the ramp and parking lot.
North ramp:
When you enter Watson Lake park. Go straight and turn left just after the big field on the left. Drive to the parking area. You can drive down the road to the lake and drop off your boats/gear. You must then park your vehicle back up the hill unless you have a disabled permit. (2 spaces)

For those who do not have a kayak or lake suited vessel. I have a small kayak rental business and I can bring extra kayaks/vests/paddles for a small donation. You can contact me with ample notice at 928-273-3980.
YOU MUST CALL OR TEXT ME TO RESERVE A KAYAK.

This will be our first full moon kayaking adventure of the year. We will meet at Watson lake north ramp. We will head out on the lake and paddle around and watch the sunset. The full moon will rise above the lake about 8:20. We can paddle around for awhile enjoying the moonlight.
For those who do not have a kayak I can supply a limited amount of kayaks for a discounted rental rate. You must call or text me at 928-273-3980.
What to bring:
A kayak, canoe or any lake suited vessel.
Paddle, pfd. (Life vest)
Head lamp
Sweater light jacket
Beverages of your choosing
Where to meet:
Enter Watson lake park. Drive straight and turn left just past the field on left. Drive down the hill and drop off your gear. You then park back up the hill.
There is a $3 parking fee per vehicle

Goldwater Lake Trail #396, which lies within the Granite Creek watershed, is a forested trail shaded by dense stands of ponderosa pine that occasionally give way to alligator juniper and chaparral-type vegetation. There are excellent views of both Upper and Lower Goldwater Lakes, as well as the high country to the east and west. This trail traverses a landscape of hills and ridges, where the valleys are green with Gambel oak, a variety of grasses, and in some of the more significant drainages, classic riparian species such as willow and box-elder. The trail crosses Bannon Creek twice, which may be flowing in the spring. Birds are especially active in these areas, creating outstanding opportunities for birdwatching. This hike will be approximately 4 miles.
Directions:
From its intersection with Gurley Street, travel south on Senator Highway 4.1 miles to the trailhead on the right. Parking is on the left with limited spaces, but additional space is available directly across Senator Highway at the trailhead serving Watershed Trail #299.
Each participant in any of these hikes assumes total responsibility for his or her own safety and well-being.