These early day trails often went straight uphill because a straight line was the quickest way between two points. Today trails are built to provide a variety of users a chance to experience the unique settings that are offered in a forest environment. It's the journey as much as the destination that counts. The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests offer almost 1,000 miles of trails across a variety of terrain. These trails are built to different standards depending upon who is the intended user and the difficulty level.
Opportunities abound for horseback riding, mountain biking, and hiking.
Trails within the wilderness and primitive areas are designed for hikers and horses. Trails outside these areas can include a broad spectrum of users. The nearly 1,000 miles of trails of Apache-Sitgreaves offer a variety of opportunities and challenges.