Granite Mountain Wilderness
On a day trip, hikers can explore the rugged Granite Mountain Wilderness and enjoy fine views from an overlook at an elevation of 7,185 feet. Rock climbers come to challenge the granite cliffs, which offer a nearly complete range of difficulties, but check first for seasonal closures. Five trails allow many hiking combinations, but only Granite Mountain Trail #261 climbs to the top. This trail is steep and rocky with boulders, I would not recommend taking horses past the Blair pass

For more information:
Prescott National Forest
344 South Cortez Street
Prescott, AZ 86303
928-443-8000
www.fs.fed.us/r3/prescott/index.shtml

Granite Basin Lake is man-made and about 5 surface acres. It is not stocked with fish. Although fishing is usually rated as only fair to poor, the patient angler can often catch bluegill, largemouth bass, or catfish. A State of Arizona fishing license is required for anglers over the age of 13 years. There are no utility hookups or drinking water. Boats powered by electric motors only are allowed on the lake and swimming is not permitted. Parking for RVs and camping trailers is difficult. The maximum group size at this facility is 100 persons. To make reservations for this call toll free 1-877-444-6777. Individuals with hearing impairments can call the TDD line toll free at 1-877-833-6777.

Access: From Prescott take Gurley Street west to Grove Avenue. Turn north on Grove Avenue and proceed to the 4th traffic light. Stay in the left lane through this intersection and take Iron Springs Road. Follow Iron Springs Road for 3.2 miles to the turnoff to Granite Basin Lake (Forest Road 374). Turn north on FR 374 and follow for about 4 miles to the campground/picnic area entrance.