KELLNER CANYON
Relics of mining and logging operations, a cave, views of Globe-Miami and some of the grandest populations of manzanita shrubs anywhere are just a few of the many points of interest on this trail. From the campsite, hike up Forest Road 112 to Telephone Trail No. 192 on the right. The sign is located about 20 feet uphill in a small dirt turnout along the road. Follow No. 192 for .2 miles to the signed junction for Icehouse Canyon No. 198. Head downhill to the right and pass through a cattle gate. From here, go right and steeply uphill to the wide road at the top of the hill, where there’s a “road closed” sign. Don’t worry, it’s not meant for hikers. Head left and follow the road approximately 1.3 miles to the signed Kellner Canyon Trail No. 242 junction, where you’ll see old water tanks. Veer right onto No. 242 and hike 4.8 miles to the trail’s end at Forest Road 651.
HIGHLIGHTS: mining relics, manzanitas, views of Globe-Miami
LENGTH: 12 miles round trip
ELEVATION: 4,520-7,160 feet
RATING: difficult
DOG RATING: *
INFO: Globe Ranger District, 928-402-6200,
www.fs.fed.us/r3/tonto/recreation/rogs/hikingtrail/grd/KellnerCanyonTrail242.pdf