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P-bar Lake Trailhead

Blue, Arizona · Greenlee County · Facility

**NOTICE**The Northwest portion of the Blue Range Primitive Area where this trail is located has been severely affected by the Wallow Fire of June 2011. The area is currently open to public use and entry - HOWEVER trails may not have been recently assessed or maintained for hazards associated with the fire, so plan you…

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About P-bar Lake Trailhead

**NOTICE**The Northwest portion of the Blue Range Primitive Area where this trail is located has been severely affected by the Wallow Fire of June 2011. The area is currently open to public use and entry - HOWEVER trails may not have been recently assessed or maintained for hazards associated with the fire, so plan your trip accordingly.Please keep in mind that any area affected by the wildfire can be prone to hazards such as falling trees, flooding and burned out stump holes. The environment you are entering is highly susceptible to rainstorms and wind events. Any time you enter the forest, you should be aware of your environment and changing weather conditions. You are responsible for your own safety! Always look up, look down, and look all around.The P-Bar Lake Trailhead provides access into the north-western portion of the Blue Range Primitive Area via the P-Bar Lake Trail (# 326). This is a shorter, though steeper, access to the P-Bar Lake and Paradise Park area.

How to Get There

From Alpine, AZ: Follow US 191 south for exactly 20 miles, the trailhead is on the left (east) side of the highway, and marked by a sign for Trail # 326.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to P-bar Lake Trailhead

Heading to P-bar Lake 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 P-bar Lake Trailhead?

No central reservation system listed for P-bar Lake Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/241735) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to P-bar Lake Trailhead?

From Alpine, AZ: Follow US 191 south for exactly 20 miles, the trailhead is on the left (east) side of the highway, and marked by a sign for Trail # 326.