Hawes Loop Great Mesa
Single-Track Tonto National Forest
Directions:
East side of Bush Hwy.
(Power Rd.) just past
CAP Canal, or north side
of Bush Hwy., or along
Salt River west of
Granite Reef Recreation
Area. A popular trail
system, with some
parking at canal or
along the shoulder of
Bush Hwy., near Mine TR.
Length: Optional
Trail: Narrow, single-track
Route: Recommend you run Mine Trail counterclockwise (descending).
Scenery: Scenic desert. Mine Trail is the highest point with great views of 4 Peaks, Red Mt. & Salt.
Complete loop: 1-3 hours
Rating: Moderate to Difficult
Season: Year-round but can be quite hot in summer
Contact:
Tonto National Forest
Mesa Ranger District: 480-610-3300
www.fs.fed.us/r3/tonto
Not yet a recognized Tonto National Forest mountain bike trail.