American Flag Trailhead
This site is a trailhead for the 800-mile Arizona Trail that traverses the state north to south. Located at the north side of the Catalina Mountains the site offers a mix of habitats, blending upland Sonoran Desert with oak-mesquite forests. The best birding is around the parking lot and corrals near the Arizona Trail. The historical American Flag Post Office is located here along with corrals.
Site Information
Region: Phoenix and Central
County: Pinal
Directions: Going East from the town of Oracle on American Ave.,turn right and take Mt. Lemmon Hwy past Oracle State Park to the junction of Webb Road. At the junction, turn right staying on Mt. Lemmon Hwy approximately 3.6 miles to American Flag Ranch Road. Turn right and proceed .3 miles to access trailhead parking.
Latitude: 32.581044
Longitude: -110.720339
Operational Hours: Open all year, 24 hours a day
Admission or Fees: None
Best time to visit: Fall, winter, spring.
Habitats: Desert
Know Before You Go
No amenities, nearest facilities or stores are in Oracle, AZ.
Safety First! Arizona has many beautiful places to explore and we’d like to help you make it a safe and enjoyable experience. Check out our recommendations for hiking precautions.
Species Highlights
Speciality: Abert’s Towhee, Costa’s Hummingbird, Ladder-backed Woodpecker, Pyrrhuloxia
Charismatic: Anna’s Hummingbird, Black-chinned Hummingbird, Black-throated Sparrow, Curve-billed Thrasher, Gambel’s Quail, Phainopepla
Contact Information
Coronado National Forest - Santa Catalina District
US Forest Service
300 W. Congress St
Tucson, AZ 85701
Phone: 520-388-8300
Website: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/coronado/about-forest/?cid=FSEPRD654768
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L890931
Additional Resources:
Arizona Trail
