Yavapai Group

General Info: Pre-reservation required: contact Gary Beverly at 928-636-2638 or gbverde@cableone.net. Bring your camera. We'll learn about the natural history of and the conservation issues surrounding our Verde River – in particular groundwater pumping that will eventually transform the Upper Verde into a dry wash, destroying the riparian habitat of several threatened and endangered species. You may ask for photos of the area.

January 29 (SUN) Hike The Verde: Part 3 - Upper Verde River Wildlife Area to Granite Creek.

"B" (5 mi, 400' EC) 9 AM - 3 PM We'll hike up the Verde River 2 mi to the confluence with Granite Creek using informal trails. After stopping for lunch at Verde Springs we may climb to the rim (spirits willing) to visit a multi-room ruin. No wading is required, but it’s fun to get your feet wet. Pre- reservation required, 12 hiker limit.

Saturday, Feb 25 Hike The Verde: Part 4 - Verde Springs.

"C" (4 mi, 200' EC) 9 AM – 2 PM Entering through private property (with permission), we will hike down Granite Creek to the Verde River, then down the Verde to view otters, beaver dams and Verde Springs, the source of the base flow. After lunch, we'll look for wildlife. Easy, pretty hike, lots of fun and info! No wading required. We'll learn about the natural history of and the conservation issues surrounding our Verde River – in particular groundwater pumping that threatens to reduce the upper Verde to a dry wash, destroying the riparian habitat of several threatened and endangered species. You may ask for photos of the area. Pre-reservation required, 15-hiker limit. Contact Gary Beverly at gbverde@cableone.net (email preferred) or call 928-636-2638. Prescott.

Saturday, March 31 Hike The Verde: Part 6 - Upper Verde River Wildlife Area.

"B" (6 mi, 400' EC) 9 AM-3 PM We'll hike down the Verde River 3 mi into the Prescott National Forest using informal trails to view beaver dams and wildlife in a scenic canyon. Some shallow wading is required. We'll learn about the natural history of and the conservation issues surrounding our Verde River – in particular groundwater pumping that threatens to reduce the upper Verde to a dry wash, destroying the riparian habitat of several threatened and endangered species. You may ask for photos of the area. Pre-reservation required, 15-hiker limit. Contact Gary Beverly at gbverde@cableone.net (email preferred) or call 928-636-2638. Prescott.

April 28 (SAT) Hike the Verde: Part 5 Sycamore Creek to Railroad Draw

"B" (6-12 mi, 600'EC) 9 AM – 5 PM From Sycamore Creek we’ll hike 3-6 miles (hiker choice) up the Verde River mostly on a trail, but be prepared to wade the river. We’ll see outstanding red rock canyon scenery as we investigate an historic homestead and search for osprey and bald eagles. Shallow wading required. Pre-reservation required, 12 hiker limit.

May 19 (SAT) Hike The Verde: Part 1 - Perkinsville Bridge to Bear Siding.

(7 mi, 100' EC) 8 AM – 5 PM After shuttling vehicles (2WD, 12 mi), we'll make our own trail through a very pretty and wild part of the upper Verde River. There is no trail - be prepared to push through the brush and wade the river. This will be a long day, but there is outstanding fall color, scenery, and photography. Lots of shallow wading required. Pre-reservation required, 10 hiker limit.

June 2 (SAT) Hike The Verde: Part 2 – Bull Basin to Hell Point.

"B" (7 mi, 600' EC) 8 AM - 5 PM After shuttling vehicles (4WD, 7 mi), we'll make our own trail down the most isolated and beautiful section of the upper Verde River. There is no trail. Be prepared to push through the brush and wade the river. This will be a long day in the wilderness, but there is outstanding fall color, scenery, photography, and wildlife. Lots of shallow wading required. Pre-reservation required, 10 hiker limit.

Volunteer! Support our Public Lands
General Info:
Support our public lands by helping the Prescott National Forest, The Nature Conservancy, the Community Forest Trust, the Arizona Wilderness Coalition, the Verde Watershed Association, the Open Space Alliance, or the Arizona Game and Fish Department with trail maintenance, fish monitoring, and cleanup. Good fun and companionship, plus you’ll learn about the natural environment and the conservation issues we face.
To be notified when these volunteer opportunities are scheduled, contact Gary Beverly by email.

This page was last updated on March 9, 2012

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