About Lower Side Oats Sec. 3
Lower Side Oats Sec. 3 is a easy hiking trail near Cottonwood in Yavapai County, Arizona.. The surface is ground. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
Satellite imagery via Esri World Imagery
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Lower Side Oats Sec. 3
Cottonwood, Arizona · Yavapai County
Lower Side Oats Sec. 3 is a easy hiking trail near Cottonwood in Yavapai County, Arizona.. The surface is ground. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
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34.71396, -111.96778
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Weather at Lower Side Oats Sec. 3
Live forecast for the trailhead. Use it to pack and time your hike.
Today
Mostly Clear
102°/69°
💧 1%🌬 11mph
↑ 5:50 AM ↓ 7:13 PM
Tue
Overcast
104°/74°
💧 2%🌬 12mph
↑ 5:50 AM ↓ 7:12 PM
Wed
Light Drizzle
103°/74°
💧 1%🌬 16mph
↑ 5:51 AM ↓ 7:11 PM
Thu
Light Drizzle
103°/75°
💧 8%🌬 27mph
↑ 5:52 AM ↓ 7:09 PM
Fri
Light Drizzle
100°/74°
💧 11%🌬 24mph
↑ 5:53 AM ↓ 7:08 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
What “Easy” Means
Gentle terrain, well-marked. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Difficulty is derived from OpenStreetMap’s Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) hiking scale, trail visibility, surface, distance, and elevation gain. Always verify current conditions before heading out.
What to Pack & Wear
Personalised to this trail’s length, elevation, difficulty, and the live forecast.
👔 What to Wear
- UPF sun shirt (long sleeve)Cooler than direct sun on bare skin.
- Light shorts/skirtLoose-fit, breathable.
- Wide-brimmed sun hatPlus a buff/bandana you can wet for cooling.
- Polarized sunglassesCritical for glare from sun + sand/water.
🎒 What to Pack
- WaterBring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
- High-energy snacksA snack for the trail.
- Sun protection (UV 8)SPF 50+ sunscreen, lip balm w/ SPF, sunglasses, sun hat.
- First-aid kitBlister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
- Offline mapDownload your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Trail Safety in Arizona
Trail conditions in Arizona change with weather, season, and fire activity. Closures, washouts, and rerouting are common. Before heading out:
- Check with the land manager for current conditions and closures
- Tell someone your plan and expected return time
- Know your turn-around limits — conditions can change fast
- Carry the 10 essentials: water, food, navigation, first aid, light, fire, shelter, knife, sun protection, extra clothes
References & Maps
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