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Copper Canyon Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 127 Google reviews · Running trail in Camp Verde, Arizona · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Copper Canyon Trailhead's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Scenic trails for walking and mountain biking with picnic tables, waterfalls and creek crossings.
What runners say about Copper Canyon Trailhead
“The trail leads to a small waterfall in the back of the canyon and it is beautiful.”
“The trail was well marked and in great condition.”
This was a great trailhead. Tons of parking. Bathroom was spotless. The trail was well marked and in great condition. Water in the creek at the end of the loop was a treat. All trail users were polite and happy.
We really enjoy this loop trail. The trail leads to a small waterfall in the back of the canyon and it is beautiful. There is a short path to the waterfall and can be easily missed. The water is most likely seasonal and won't be there when it heats up.
Trail is some what easy to detect. There is no signage after the parking lot, so get connected to much longer trails is a real possibility. You can always go to the base of the canyon and walk that back to the parking area.
Great 4 mile loop with scenic views. We went today after it stopped raining. You would expect to find muddy trails and that’s the way it was. Would recommend going back!
Trail conditions & character
“Wish there was water in the waterfall area, but still enjoyed walking around in that area.”
“There is no signage after the parking lot, so get connected to much longer trails is a real possibility.”
“There is a bit of a grade that you can complete at the start of the loop.”
“The trail was not that busy today, and we were able to walk with the dog off leash most of the time.”
“The day we went it was muddy (due to heavy rains the day before) but still passable.”
“The trail was well marked and in great condition.”
Plan your run at Copper Canyon Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitefs.usda.gov
- Phone(928) 443-8000
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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