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May 23, 2024 · The Prescott National Forest manages public lands brimming with natural resources and diverse wildlife. We work to protect at-risk species, protect watersheds, ensure forest health through safe logging practices, and restore and maintain critical ecosystems. Land Management. History.
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U.S. Forest Service - Prescott National Forest, Prescott, Arizona. 27,510 likes · 161 talking about this · 239 were here. Prescott National Forest - Where the Desert Meets the Pines in Central Arizona
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The Prescott National Forest is a 1.25 million-acre (510,000 ha) United States National Forest located in north central Arizona in the vicinity of Prescott. The forest is located in the mountains southwest of Flagstaff and north of Phoenix in Yavapai County , with a small portion (about 3.5 percent) extending into southwestern Coconino County .
The Prescott National Forest is guardian eight Wilderness Areas. Of these, Granite Mountain Wilderness is the most popular because it is only 20 minutes from Prescott by paved road. The Forest has nearly 450 miles of scenic trails for hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, or mountain biking.