Apache Trail Historic Road
Visitor Services
Roosevelt Lake Visitor Center is open daily. For information, call 928-467-3200.
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Fees There are no fees along the byway proper but there are fees to use the recreational parks and attractions. |
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Bicycle/Pedestrian Facilities The road is passable by bicycle, but due to the unpaved and sandy nature of some sections, a mountain bike rather than a road bike... [more] |
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Camping There is camping avaliable in the Tonto National Forest, at the Tortilla Campground. To make reservations, visit the ReserveUSA website at reserveUSA.com. |
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Food Food and water can be obtained at Apache Junction, Tortilla Flat (Milepost 213.5), Apache Lake Resort (Milepost 230.2), Roosevelt (Milepost 243.8), and in the restored ghost town of Goldfield. |
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Gasoline The only gas or car-repair services are at Apache Junction or Globe-Miami. |
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Information There is an authoritative information center along this byway. |
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Lodging There is overnight lodging along this byway. |
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Retail There are places to shop along this byway. |
NOTE: The America's Byways® website is federally funded and cannot promote commercial businesses. This data may not be complete or up to date. The National Scenic Byways Program is not responsible for the quality of your travel experience. See the right column on the Byway Overview page for local contact information.
Special Considerations
The road is unpaved in many sections, but it is passable in most cars. It is not recommended for RVs or vehicles pulling trailers. Occasionaly, flash floods may cover the road in areas where it passes over creeks.
Restrictions
Most of the trail is a gravel and dirt road, but it is smooth-graded and easily maneuvered.
Seasons
- Best Time to Drive
Spring, when the wildflowers are in bloom.
Road Conditions
- To find up to date information about the road conditions along Apache Trail Historic Road, please visit the FHWA listing of web sites for more information.
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