About Arizona Trail
Arizona Trail is a easy hiking trail near Payson in Gila County, Utah. The trail measures approximately 0.8 miles in length. Managed by Arizona Trail Association. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
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Easy📏 0.8 mi
Arizona Trail
Payson, Utah · Gila County · nwn · Arizona Trail Association · AZT
Arizona Trail is a easy hiking trail near Payson in Gila County, Utah. The trail measures approximately 0.8 miles in length. Managed by Arizona Trail Association. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
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34.16744, -111.23354
Open in OpenStreetMapWhat “Easy” Means
Gentle terrain, well-marked. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Difficulty is derived from OpenStreetMap’s Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) hiking scale, trail visibility, surface, distance, and elevation gain. Always verify current conditions before heading out.
What to Pack & Wear
Personalised to this trail’s length, elevation, difficulty, and the live forecast.
Estimated hike time: 0.3 hours based on 0.8 mi + 0ft of climb (Naismith’s rule).
👔 What to Wear
- Long-sleeve shirtSynthetic or merino, sun-protective.
- Light shell or windbreakerEven on warm days, wind can chill (avg wind 0 mph).
- Hiking pants or convertibleLayer for variable conditions.
- Trail runners or low bootsComfortable, broken in.
🎒 What to Pack
- Water~0.3 hr estimated hike → aim for at least 0.5L (17 fl oz).
- High-energy snacksA snack for the trail.
- Sun protectionSunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
- First-aid kitBlister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
- Offline mapDownload your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Trail Safety in Utah
Trail conditions in Utah change with weather, season, and fire activity. Closures, washouts, and rerouting are common. Before heading out:
- Check with the land manager for current conditions and closures
- Tell someone your plan and expected return time
- Know your turn-around limits — conditions can change fast
- Carry the 10 essentials: water, food, navigation, first aid, light, fire, shelter, knife, sun protection, extra clothes
References & Maps
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