Hike along the Woodchute trail near Prescott, Arizona.
From the well marked parking area, take signed TR#102 towards Woodchute mountain. This trail follows the ridgeline of the mountain for most of it's length. From your right, views of the red rock of Sedona, the San Francisco Peaks, and the town of Cottonwood peak out from the forest. The first section of this hike is recovering from a burn, so the vegetation allows for more views. However, pine trees soon close in around the easily followed trail.
After 1.9 miles of hiking, you'll reach a signed trail junction (JCT 1R on the map) with the Rick tank cut off trail. Stay right here to continue on the Woodchute mountain trail. After 3.1 miles of total hiking, you'll reach an unsigned trail junction. To the left, the Woodchute mountain trail continues until it eventually reaches FR318A. Instead, we'll go right and walk an additional 0.3 miles to a wonderful viewpoint. This is an excellent place for a snack and a break before turning around to head back.
Return by the same route.
