Rogers Lake County Natural Area

GENERAL INFO:

Park Type: Conservation Area, County Park, Historic Site, Wildlife Sanctuary

Overall Size: Larger than a football field

Special Features/Comments: Rogers Lake is a high-elevation wetland located southeast of Flagstaff. The area is important to numerous wildlife species. Visitors can experience the area through a multi-use trail system and enjoy views of the San Francisco Peaks.
*Please note, Rogers Lake County Natural Area is comprised of an ephemeral wetland and forested uplands. Water may not be present year-round.

GETTING THERE:

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pDriving Directions: Rogers Lake County Natural Area is located ten miles southwest of Flagstaff on Woody Mountain Road / Forest Road 231. The road is not maintained in winter, and can be muddy in the spring and fall.

Take Historic Route 66 west from Flagstaff and turn south on Woody Mountain Road. Travel 7.4 miles to the first (or north) trailhead, and travel another 1.1 miles to the second (or south) trailhead (or 8.5 miles from Route 66); stay on Forest Road 231.

AMENITIES:

Additional Features: Historic Site, Picnic Shelter

TRAILS:

Trail Description: Gold Digger Trail - 4-mile, single-track loop along east side of Woody Mountain Road; at the halfway point along the trail, users will encounter a shade ramada with rainwater collection feature for birds. This trail is in the process of being signed.
2-Spot Trail - 2-mile loop. This trail is in the process of being completed and signed. Users will also be able to experience wildlife viewing on a new watchable wildlife platform.
You can also take the Rogers Trail, which connects Fort Tuthill County Park and Rogers Lake County Natural Area. This 5.4 mile trail is accessed from the Flagstaff Loop Trail via the Soldiers Trail.

Trail Activities: Walking, Birdwatching

Trail Layout: Loop

Trail Length: 1 to 5 miles

Trail Shade: Some

Trail Surface Type: Stone chips

OTHER:

Open Space Activities: Go for a walk or jog