Arizona Trail Passages
The Arizona Trail is divided into 43 passages, which are listed below in order from south to north. Clicking on a passage name will bring up more detailed information about that specific passage. Detailed maps, profile, track and waypoints can be found under ‘Resources’ for each passage.
- Map refers to the downloadable passage map for that passage.
- Profile refers to the downloadable trail elevation profile available for that passage.
- Track and Waypoints refer to downloadable GPS data for that passage. Waypoint GPS files relate to the Databook; Waypoint MP files are the mileposts running south to north.
The Passage GPS data are digitized datasets representing the Arizona National Scenic Trail. They have been exported from GIS (Geographic Information Systems) software and reduced in detail to enable each passage to be loaded onto any GPS, regardless of memory size.
For all GPX files:
- Right-click and choose “save as” or “download linked file”
- If the file downloads as a .txt file, remove the “.txt” from the file name to use it as a GPX file
The Arizona Trail is a work in progress. The trail is complete and well-signed; however, sections may change or be rerouted due to wildfire, environmental, or administrative decisions. The track and waypoints data provide the best available information.
Please use common sense when using the Arizona Trail. Do not rely on any ONE piece of trail information. Carry a map and compass, GPS unit, or smartphone using the Arizona Trail App (and know how to use them). Contact the local agency for current weather and trail conditions. Make sure you, your equipment, and animals are ready for all the rugged conditions you may encounter. We want you to have a safe and memorable experience exploring the Arizona Trail.
Quick Nav: Jump to Central Passages | Jump to Northern Passages
Southern Passages
The passages considered “Southern” run from the Mexico border (Passage 1) to Oracle (Passage 13), just north of Tucson.
Passage 1: Huachuca Mountains
Passage 2: Canelo Hills East
Passage 3: Canelo Hills West
Passage 4: Casa Blanca Canyon
Passage 5: Santa Rita Mountains
Passage 6: Las Colinas
Passage 7: Las Cienegas
Passage 8: Rincon Valley
Passage 9: Rincon Mountains
Passage 10: Redington Pass
Passage 11: Santa Catalina Mountains
Passage 11e: Pusch Ridge Wilderness Bypass
Passage 12: Red Ridge
Passage 13: Oracle
Central Passages
The passages considered “Central” run from Black Hills (Passage 14) to Highline (Passage 26), near the Mogollon Rim.
Passage 14: Black Hills
Passage 15: Tortilla Mountains
Passage 16: Gila River Canyons
Passage 17: Alamo Canyon
Passage 18: Reavis Canyon
Passage 19: Superstition Wilderness
Passage 20: Four Peaks
Passage 21: Pine Mountain
Passage 22: Saddle Mountain
Passage 23: Mazatzal Divide
Passage 24: Red Hills
Passage 25: Whiterock Mesa
Passage 26: Highline
Northern Passages
The passages considered “Northern” run from Blue Ridge (Passage 27) to Buckskin Mountain (Passage 43), on the Utah border.
Passage 27: Blue Ridge
Passage 28: Happy Jack
Passage 29: Mormon Lake
Passage 30: Anderson Mesa
Passage 31: Walnut Canyon
Passage 32: Elden Mountain
Passage 33: Flagstaff Urban Route
Passage 34: San Francisco Peaks
Passage 35: Babbitt Ranch
Passage 36: Coconino Rim
Passage 37: Grand Canyon – South Rim
Passage 38: Grand Canyon – Inner Gorge
Passage 39: Grand Canyon – North Rim
Passage 40: Kaibab Plateau South
Passage 41: Kaibab Plateau Central
Passage 42: Kaibab Plateau North
Passage 43: Buckskin Mountain
