Prescott National Forest

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Juniper Mesa Wilderness

District: Chino Valley
Size: 7,554 acres
Elevation: 5,600 - 7,000 feet
No of Trails: 7  (#3, #20, #100, #9853, #940)

Established in 1984, the 7,554 acre wilderness is characterized by the flat topped mesa from which its name is derived. Elevations range from 5,600 feet on the southwest side near Juniper Spring to 7,000 feet on the west side near George Wood Canyon and Gobblers Knob. The primary vegetation on the steep southern slopes in pinon pine and Utah juniper, and on the northern slopes, ponderosa pine and alligator juniper.

A great variety of wildlife can be found in the area. Black bear, elk, mule deer, bobcat, and Abert's squirrel are relatively common. There are no perennial water sources present, and the reliability of springs may be questioned during long periods of dry weather. There are 7 maintained trails within this wilderness.

• Juniper Mesa Wilderness on www.wilderness.net

Leave No-Trace Outdoor Ethics

Leave No Trace depends more on attitude and awareness than on rules and regulations. Many of the specific camping practices you chose to follow will be based upon your specific situation, which includes many variables for a given area, such as soil, vegetation, wildlife, moisture levels, season of visit, etc.

"Leave No Trace" is a nationwide program administered by the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS), a non-profit educational institution, in partnership with the USDA Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, and the Bureau of Reclamation.

For more Leave No Trace information or materials visit their web site or call 1-800-332-4100

USDA Forest Service - Prescott National Forest
Last Modified: Tuesday, 11 October 2011 at 16:54:11 EDT