When you are seeking the quiet sounds of trees, Lower Oldham trail is one of my favorites. This one is called Lower Oldham because there is an Upper portion as well which I have yet to hike. I like that you park at Buffalo Park for this one which makes me feel like my car is a little more secure.
How tough is it?
The trail is accessible for all body types. There's a hill here or there but nothing to scare anyone away from checking it out.
What to bring:
-Water
-Bear Mace
-a light snack if you like a little something
-I wear my light waist pack for this one and put my phone/ID/keys in a pocket then my water bottle and mace in a separate pouch on the waist pack. It works great and keeps my hands free.
Trail Facts:
-nearly 3 miles one way
-out and back trail
-the trail ends in the Schultz area where you will turn around and head back. Or you can keep going and complete Upper Oldham as well
-you'll be under trees the majority of the time
Getting there:
From Flagstaff head toward Buffalo Park. Park in the parking lot and you'll walk straight to the back of Buffalo Park (when you enter you can veer left or veer right, but you'll want to walk straight to the end of the park). You'll see some small buildings and signage for the Arizona Trail and the Flagstaff Urban Trail System. Sign-in at the post and you're set!
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