Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead, Yavapai
Trailheads in Arizona
Near Prescott, AZ in Arizona
What to Pack for Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead, Yavapai
Pack with the terrain and wildlife in mind, and you'll be ready for anything here.
A well-prepared pack for Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead covers 2 categories: essential, wildlife gear.
Essential
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Water (minimum 2L) — Even cool-weather hiking demands steady hydration, as exertion and altitude increase water loss faster than most expect.
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Navigation (map/GPS/compass) — Even well-marked trails have confusing junctions, especially in fog or snow; a GPS unit or downloaded map keeps you on route.
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Sun protection (sunglasses, sunscreen) — Quality sunglasses prevent snow blindness and reduce eye strain during long days on exposed trails or ridgelines.
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First aid kit — Adhesive bandages, antiseptic, and athletic tape handle the most common trail injuries and weigh under a pound.
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Extra food — Blood sugar drops fast during sustained effort outdoors, and having a reserve keeps your body and mind sharp.
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Headlamp with extra batteries — Batteries drain faster in cold weather; carrying spares ensures you won't be left in the dark when you need light most.
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Fire starter — Starting a fire boosts morale and provides light, warmth, and a way to purify water in an emergency.
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Emergency shelter (space blanket) — If an injury forces you to stop moving, a reflective blanket prevents the rapid heat loss that leads to hypothermia.
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Knife or multi-tool — In a survival situation, a blade lets you process tinder, build shelter, and prepare food.
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Extra clothing layer — Wet clothing accelerates cooling; a dry backup layer can prevent hypothermia when conditions turn.
Wildlife Gear
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Hiking buddy (avoid solo) — Solo hikers are more vulnerable to predatory behavior from mountain lions, which typically avoid groups.
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Noise maker — A loud whistle doubles as a rescue signal, serving both wildlife safety and emergency communication.
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Gaiters — Beyond snakes, gaiters also protect against thorns, brush, and ticks in overgrown trail sections.
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First-aid snakebite kit — A lightweight pressure bandage and marker for tracking swelling take up minimal space but provide critical aid.
Seasonal Gear
- Spring: Camera, Wildflower field guide
- Fall: Camera, Binoculars (foliage viewing)
Activities & Best Time to Visit Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead, Yavapai
The Forest terrain here lends itself to a range of outdoor activities throughout the year.
The mix of Forest terrain and Temperate conditions here supports everything from backpacking, hiking, photography.
The scenery here earns a 55/100 photography rating — Good dark sky (Bortle 3) and 3 excellent meteor showers.
Activities
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backpacking — Lightweight equipment and route awareness are key for safe travel.
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hiking — With sturdy footwear and preparation, trails open up expansive views and quiet solitude.
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photography — Outdoor photography invites you to slow down and frame the beauty around you.
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picnicking — Whether lakeside or in a meadow, it's a relaxed way to savor both the setting and the company.
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walking — Perfect for all ages, a casual walk can turn any outdoor space into a relaxing nature experience.
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wildlife_viewing — Bring binoculars and patience — nature often rewards careful, respectful observers.
Best months: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Terrain: Forest — Expect cooler temperatures and higher humidity under tree cover. Wildlife habitat is abundant, especially in mixed hardwood or conifer stands.
Wildlife Safety at Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead, Yavapai
Before heading out, it helps to know which wildlife to be cautious around.
The danger score of 30/10 at Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead accounts for Mountain lions, Venomous snakes, Remote (115mi from city) in the area.
- Mountain lions
- Venomous snakes
- Remote (115mi from city)
- Good dark sky (Bortle 3)
- 3 excellent meteor showers
- Fall foliage
- Spring wildflowers
Venomous Snakes
0 venomous snake species are found in this area: .
- Watch where you step and place hands
- Stay on trails
- Wear boots and long pants in snake country
- Do not reach under rocks or logs
- If bitten: stay calm, immobilize limb, seek medical help immediately
- Do NOT: cut wound, suck venom, apply tourniquet, ice, or alcohol
Nature & Wildlife at Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead, Yavapai
The Forest terrain here supports a rich ecosystem worth noticing as you explore.
The ecosystem around Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead is defined by its Forest landscape, supporting everything from Gambel Oak to Great-tailed Grackle and Ring-necked Duck.
Trees (1)
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Gambel Oak — This species is common in foothills and lower mountain slopes of the southwestern United States.
Wildflowers (2)
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Woods' rose — Red rose hips forming after flowering. -
red dome blanketflower — Compact perennial with richly colored blooms.
Shrubs (1)
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Brown-spined Pricklypear — It grows in desert scrub habitats.
Other Plants (5)
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Parry's agave
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Echinocereus bakeri
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box elder
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Scarlet Gilia
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Spinystar
Mammals (3)
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American Black Bear — Adults typically weigh 150–600 pounds depending on region and sex. -
Black-tailed Jackrabbit — Lean body built for speed. -
Rock Squirrel — Often stands upright on rocks to scan for predators.
Birds (30)
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Great-tailed Grackle — Iridescent sheen -
Ring-necked Duck — Subtle chestnut neck ring rarely visible -
Gambel's Quail — Forward-curving head plume -
Common Merganser — Sleek diving profile -
Rock Pigeon — Dark charcoal form with iridescent neck
Reptiles (6)
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Greater Short-horned Lizard — Typically under 5 inches long. -
Arizona Black Rattlesnake — Typically 2–4 feet long. -
Gopher Snake — Adults commonly reach 3–6 feet in length. -
Greater Earless Lizard — Typically 4–6 inches long including tail. -
Plateau Striped Whiptail — Typically 8–12 inches long.
Amphibians (1)
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Canyon Tree Frog
Insects (17)
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Large Milkweed Bug -
Arizona Mantis -
Western Rhinoceros Beetle -
Monarch -
Red-spotted Admiral
Other Wildlife (4)
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Common Desert Centipede
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Desert Blonde Tarantula
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Apache Jumping Spider
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Stripe-tailed Scorpion
Nature Bingo at Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead, Yavapai
Can you spot them all? Check off each species as you find it on your visit.
Wildlife Challenge
Botany Challenge
Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead, Yavapai Climate & Sun
The numbers behind the best (and worst) times to visit Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead.
Month-by-month temperatures at Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead range from °F to °F.
Climate type: Temperate
Annual avg temp: 51.1°F
Annual precipitation: 20.7 in
With an average annual temperature of 51.1°F and 20.7 inches of precipitation, Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead has mild, moderate rainfall conditions. Summer highs average around 70°F, while winter lows drop to 35°F.
Best months to visit: May, Jun, Jul, Sep, Oct.
| Month | Avg Temp | Precip |
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| Jan | 35°F | 2.0 in |
| Feb | 37°F | 2.2 in |
| Mar | 42°F | 1.8 in |
| Apr | 48°F | 0.8 in |
| May | 55°F | 0.7 in |
| Jun | 65°F | 0.3 in |
| Jul | 70°F | 2.8 in |
| Aug | 69°F | 3.4 in |
| Sep | 63°F | 1.9 in |
| Oct | 53°F | 1.6 in |
| Nov | 42°F | 1.5 in |
| Dec | 35°F | 1.7 in |
Daylight & Sun Times
Daylight ranges from 9.8 hours in winter to 14.5 hours in summer — a difference of 4.7 hours.
Summer: 4:17 AM – 6:46 PM
Winter: 6:32 AM – 4:21 PM
Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead, Yavapai Trip Planning & Access
Time to plan the details — access, cost, and travel information for your visit.
Access to Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead is primarily via Phoenix, 115 miles away.
Visitor Friendliness
Accessibility: dog-friendly (likely_allowed), family-friendly (excellent), elderly-friendly (highly_suitable).
- Dogs: likely_allowed — No restrictions found
- Families: excellent
- Elderly: highly_suitable
- Strollers: excellent (100/100)
- Beginners: Good starting point (Moderate difficulty (+5))
- Accessibility: Generally accessible to most visitors (90/100)
Places Near Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead, Yavapai
Looking for more? Here's what else is close by.
The region around Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead is rich with options — 6 nearby destinations are worth exploring.
Nearby Trails
- Bull Spring Trail, Yavapai 1.29 mi
- Happy Camp Trail, Yavapai 1.4 mi
- Oaks and Willows Trail, Yavapai 2.62 mi
- Upper Graver Wash Trail, Yavapai 5.15 mi
- Juniper Mesa Trail, Yavapai 5.43 mi
Stargazing & Night Sky at Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead, Yavapai
Clear nights in this area reveal more stars than most people expect.
Light pollution at Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead is Rural sky (Bortle 3), which means bright constellations and planets are visible.
Constellations
Key constellations visible from this latitude include Ursa Minor, Cepheus.
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Ursa Minor — Visible throughout the year in much of the United States, Ursa Minor rotates steadily around the North Celestial Pole. -
Cepheus — Though its stars are modest in brightness, Cepheus is visible year-round from most of the U.S.
Meteor Showers
The Geminids peaks around December 13-14 and is the best meteor shower visible from here.
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Geminids — peaks December 13-14 (excellent)Find a dark location away from city lights and give your eyes 20–30 minutes to adjust for peak rates.
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Quadrantids — peaks January 3-4 (excellent)Look toward the northern sky after midnight for the highest activity.
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Perseids — peaks August 11-13 (excellent)Expect fast, bright meteors and occasional fireballs under dark skies.
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Eta Aquariids — peaks May 5-6 (good)Plan for early morning viewing; activity increases in the hours just before sunrise.
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Delta Aquariids — peaks July 28-29 (fair)Southern states often see stronger activity due to radiant placement.
Planets
Planets visible to the naked eye from this location:
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Venus — The brightest planet, often called the Morning or Evening Star -
Jupiter — The largest planet, bright and steady in the night sky -
Saturn — Famous for its rings, visible as a golden steady light -
Mars — The Red Planet, recognizable by its reddish-orange hue
Equipment Guide
- Naked eye: Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, Mercury (with care)
- Binoculars: Jupiter moons, Uranus, Saturn rings (barely)
- Small telescope: Saturn rings, Jupiter bands, Mars surface features, Neptune
Viewing Tips
- Check planets rise/set times for your specific date
- Planets appear along the ecliptic (zodiac path)
- Planets don't twinkle like stars - steady light
- Venus and Jupiter are unmistakable - brightest objects after Moon
- Use a stargazing app to confirm planet positions
- Best viewing: when planet is highest in sky (transit)
Best Viewing Months
- Evening: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
- Morning: Jul, Aug, Sep
Seasonal Highlights at Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead, Yavapai
What you'll encounter here shifts with the calendar — here's a seasonal overview.
Seasonal changes at Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead bring — each offering a distinct experience.
Spring Wildflowers
Peak bloom: March - April
Check local park websites for bloom reports
Fall Foliage
Peak color: October 15 – November 5
Best trees for color: Maple, Oak, Aspen
Higher elevations peak 1-2 weeks earlier
Bird Migration
Spring peak: March - April
Fall peak: October - November
Best spots: Wetlands, coastlines, mountain ridges
Indigenous Land at Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead, Yavapai
The history of this land reaches back long before it became a recreation destination.
We acknowledge that Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead is located on the traditional lands of Hualapai, Yavapai Apache.
Territories
Data from Native Land Digital
Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead, Yavapai Geology & Natural History
Beyond the trails and wildlife, Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead sits within a landscape shaped by millions of years of geological processes. Here's what researchers and surveys have documented about this area.
Bedrock Geology
- Rock Type
- Pliocene to middle Miocene deposits
- Lithology
- Major:{conglomerate,sandstone}, Minor:{mudstone,siltstone,limestone,gypsum}
- Age
- Cenozoic
Mineral Deposits
- Deposit Sites
- 12
- Richness
- Moderate
- Minerals Found
- Tungsten, Gold, Silver, Lead, Quartz, Kyanite, Aluminum, Uranium
Endangered Species
- Species at Risk
- 1478
- ESA Endangered
- 29
- ESA Threatened
- 16
- Conservation Score
- 100/100
Temperature Records
- Record High
- 114°F (1969-07-01)
- Record Low
- -21°F (1968-12-22)
Wildfire History
This area has a high wildfire risk. Check current fire conditions before visiting and follow all fire restrictions. Campfires may be banned during dry seasons.
- Recorded Fires
- 26
- Largest Fire
- Sheridan (21,482.2 acres)
- Most Recent
- 2024
- Fire Risk
- High
Watershed
- Watershed
- Humphrey Wash
- Water Quality (Good)
- 0%
- Impaired
- 0%
Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead, Yavapai Safety & Conditions
Plans set? Check the latest conditions before you head out.
Up-to-date weather, fire, and flood information for the area around Tr 3 & 100 Trailhead.
Coordinates: 34.940317, -112.951694