Amazing hike! All incline! Over 600 feet in elevation I…read moreenjoyed it very much! The views are absolutely breathtaking and I loved the options for the hike down as well.

OK. This is a super short and super easy hike. It is slightly challenging if you take the direct…read moreroute straight up. Going this direction, it is paved all the way to the base of the rock formation forming the top. Going this direction is also steeper than going the opposite direction (CCW). From here, you're climbing, not hiking. But that part is pretty easy too...just be careful and stay within your limits. Perigrin falcons nest on the top rock section and this section does have a nesting closure period which I believe is summer through fall...but you should research the exact range as I'm not sure. If you keep your eyes open, you can see them most times of the year...but they're fast! You can also get to the base of the rock section forming the top, by a dirt path. The grade is easier, but the path there is longer. You'll occasionally see mountain bikes on this path, so heads up. Regardless of which path you use to get to the top, keep your eyes open (& ears a listening) for rattlesnake. I've seen them multiple times hiking this area. I've also seen numerous hikers that let their dogs run free (against park rule). It would not be a good day for your dog if it gets bitten.

This is a decent hiking spot. While it does have a ton of space, it still is kind of small too and…read moregoes around in a quick circle. The biggest complaint I have is needing to pay for parking because it's not that big of a hiking trail or spot. But it can still give you a decent view of the scenery as well as see beautiful rock formations. Will also say that the spot where the memorial for where the constellation crashed is touching. However, again this is not the best hiking spot.

The Constellation trail is a great local hiking area with a series of trails through the north end…read moreof the granite dells outcropping. So if you're looking for a short easy one to three hour walk this is a great place to visit. See my older review about the naming of this park dedicated to the Navy Constellation which crashed here. There is ample parking at the trailhead and restrooms. Make sure to bring your water though because it can be hot in the summer. However their are great trees to provide rest areas. It is full of birds and wildlife.

Absolutely beautiful grounds, and free!! Easily walkable paths for the kids. The large bug…read moresculptures were super cool. Kiddos loved the play area and could have stayed there all day. We look forward to coming back next time we're in Prescott.

Great place for short, well marked hikes with a lot of variety. Grab a trail map near the…read moreamphitheater and take the highlands trail for 360 views on the north part of the loop, plus creek side walking and interesting geology. The trail guide points out numerous topographic, geologic and historical areas. Finish up with a walk along the gardens. There are many benches along the way and also a children's play area.

The trail head at Green Gulch offers a lot of variety with open grass and shrub at the beginning,…read morerocky stream bed forested trails, and valley views from the Red Mountain trail. You begin on #9419 Charcoal Gulch trail which is a wide double track road suitable for ATVs. At about one mile the trail meets up with Red Mountain Trail #43 to the right which becomes narrower and rocky and winds through beautiful stream beds with abundant shade. After about a half mile on #43 switchbacks start climbing up to Red Mountain which offers great views to the east and north to Prescott Valley. This climb is rocky and a bit steep so will get your lungs going. Good hiking boots are needed, prefab let high top for ankle stability. We did a total of about 3 miles out and back but you can make this much longer as this trail connects to #42 Prospector Trail which is part of Lynx Lake. We will plan to go back and checkout a bit of #42 next time. On a cloudy and cool Friday in December we encountered only one person on the flat beginning section of the trail so this a great area for some solitude.

This stunning lake is just outside of Prescott. The scenery is spectacular, with amazing rock…read moreformations around and in the lake. There are several hiking trails around it. There is some boating/kayaking allowed. Boat ramps, some playground equipment, picnic tables. It costs to get in, but you can buy an annual pass which gets you into other parks in the area. We love coming here when we're in the area.

Beautiful trail with lots of pathways and cool scenery. Also can get a really nice view of the lake…read moreand hear the ducks. Would for sure recommend checking this trail out if you can and just enjoy the scenery.

Great place to start! Good parking and so many trails from this spot. Highly recommend the…read moreTrailforks app to guide you in addition to the pretty good signage.

There several trails from this parking lot located a couple miles west of the Thumb Butte…read moreRecreation area. We did a loop of the 318, 332 and 325 trails. Portions of this hike were in valleys near drainage areas, some with paths wide enough for ATVs, though I am not sure if they are allowed. You cross through Willow Creek about a third of the way in and in February it was flowing with a small stream and was quite peaceful and lush. There are views towards Thumb Butte from the 318. Overall the is a nice, relatively easy workout close to town. The trails can be busy with cyclists and hikers, no doubt due to the easy access on a paved road and free parking. Go on a weekday if you can.

We were invited to a wedding here and loved it. The couple reserved a Ramada and it was enough room…read morefor 50 people. The lake itself was beautiful and clear. Lots of people were fishing. Too cold to swim in for March even though it was hot out (80s). Only $3 to park, National parks pass does not work since it's a City of Prescott lake. Overall, we loved it, very peaceful. A Prescott gem.

Visited on Saturday, November 1st, and arrived around 1 PM. Parking was $3. We first stopped at the…read morelower lake since the upper area was pretty busy, but quickly learned that the lower lake is lure fishing only--no bait allowed. So, we made our way back up to the upper lake, where bait is permitted. The upper lake was fairly crowded and a bit noisy (sound really carries there), but it's a beautiful spot overall--small, peaceful, and scenic. We stayed for about two hours, didn't catch anything, but did spot a few fish swimming around. Still a pleasant visit!

Really enjoy this swimming hole. BEWARE THE BLACK FLIES they bite :(( cover up well if you can?…read moreMaybe keep moving? Idk that kinda sucked, but otherwise love this hike.

Very beautiful and relaxing, we creek walked the opposite direction of The Crack, heading South…read moredown the creek, there still was pockets of people we encountered. Very tranquil place. Saw a few fish.

This place is a joke. They tried to make me work 40 hours plus one week. On top of "Therapy"…read more Forced Labor! This isn't a get-well place; This is an internment camp.

The trails is very long (more than 4 miles one way) and I couldn't make it to the summit since…read morealmost at the end there were no signs on what path to take and the one that I chose, I ended up with dead-end in the middle of burnt trees and I had to come back without finishing it. The path is not very steep but can become difficult at some points. Make sure you take plenty of water, snack and a good hat with you.

Recommend: Hiking boots, sun screen, backpack for water bottle, and long pants…read more Park and ride shuttle parking lot filled up before 10AM. Go early if you are a morning person. This will help to finish the hike before noon. If you are not a morning person, download the Sedona shuttle app, follow the shuttle into the lot for a parking spot. The trail up to the cathedral rock can be narrow and steep at some sections. Going up is more difficult than coming down based on our experience. The view at the top - spectacular!

It's a great hike, views are great. The transportation can be a bit challenging. If the parking lot…read moreis full and the shuttle parking is full, you will need to park in uptown and take another shuttle. Spent more time getting to the trail head vs. the time on the hike.