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Grief Hill Day Use Area / Trailhead

Camp Verde, Arizona · Yavapai County · Facility

Trailhead accesses trail that was an old wagon route built in 1864. It’s steep and treacherous with beautiful vistas. Builder and rancher King Woolsey charged soldiers and civilians two cents per mile for its use in the old days.Provides access to: FacilitiesNo drinking waterNo garbage service- Please pack it out

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About Grief Hill Day Use Area / Trailhead

Trailhead accesses trail that was an old wagon route built in 1864. It’s steep and treacherous with beautiful vistas. Builder and rancher King Woolsey charged soldiers and civilians two cents per mile for its use in the old days.Provides access to: FacilitiesNo drinking waterNo garbage service- Please pack it out

How to Get There

From Camp Verde, AZ: Northwest on Hwy 260 to Cherry Rd. (County Rd 75 which is 2.7 miles north of I-17). Left on Cherry Rd. for 2.2 miles. Trailhead is on the left. (Note: Cherry Rd. is only paved for part of the way to the trailhead, but is accessible to passenger vehicles during dry weather.)

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Grief Hill Day Use Area / Trailhead

Heading to Grief Hill Day Use Area / Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Grief Hill Day Use Area / Trailhead?

No central reservation system listed for Grief Hill Day Use Area / Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/237942) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Grief Hill Day Use Area / Trailhead?

From Camp Verde, AZ: Northwest on Hwy 260 to Cherry Rd. (County Rd 75 which is 2.7 miles north of I-17). Left on Cherry Rd. for 2.2 miles. Trailhead is on the left. (Note: Cherry Rd. is only paved for part of the way to the trailhead, but is accessible to passenger vehicles during dry weather.)