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Williamson Valley Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 104 Google reviews · Running trail in Prescott, Arizona · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Williamson Valley 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.
Public trails for hikers, horses and cyclists, featuring granite formations.
What runners say about Williamson Valley Trailhead
“Some take you to Mint Wash and it is a lovely place to enjoy wildlife and the beautiful rock formations as well as a few historic indian worship locations.”
“Thos is a nice, easy trail.”
Great trails to explore! I tend to stay away during snake season (July & August) but otherwise I love exploring here. Very easy trails. Can start here and hike all the way to Granite Basin Lake (more like a big pond). Really beautiful areas to see.
Lived here for 21 years and still think it is a special place to hike, ride bikes or horseback ride. Cannot beat the views and the trail.choices. Some take you to Mint Wash and it is a lovely place to enjoy wildlife and the beautiful rock formations as well as a few historic indian worship locations.
Beautifully lush and quietly magnificent in its own right. Didn't go the whole way because it was a hot day and we had the dogs with us. Not much shade for them at the beginning. Looking forward to going back though. Enjoyed what we did walk.
This is one of my go to places to trail ride my horses. Always polite other trail users: bikes, hikers and dogs. Usually ride with friends, based on the weekend link for skills to determine the route.
Trail conditions & character
“Ample parking, and most importantly, a bathroom!”
“Didn't go the whole way because it was a hot day and we had the dogs with us.”
“some trails that are off the main trail are rocky.”
Plan your run at Williamson Valley Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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.
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