Schultz Pass

This is an easily accessible spot from town to see higher-elevation species, and is a hub for many miles of hiking and mountain-biking trails.

Site Information

Region: Northern

County: Coconino

Directions: There are a couple dirt parking spots on the south side of Schultz Pass Rd near the pass.

Latitude: 35.288
Longitude: -111.627

Operational Hours: Open all year, 24 hours a day

Admission or Fees: None

Best time to visit: Year-round, but may not be accessible during periods of heavy snow.

Habitats: Mixed Conifer-Aspen Forest, Pine-oak Forest, Pine forest

Know Before You Go

Check road closures and snow levels. When the road is dry, it is accessible by 2WD passenger cars.

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: Acorn Woodpecker, American Three-toed Woodpecker, Black-throated Gray Warbler, Clark’s Nutcracker, Grace’s Warbler, Olive Warbler, Red Crossbill, Red-faced Warbler, Virginia’s Warbler

Charismatic: Lesser Goldfinch, Ruby-crowned Kinglet 

Contact Information

Coconino National Forest
US Forest Service
5075 N. Highway 89
Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Phone: 928-526-0866

Website: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/coconino/recarea/?recid=75210

Email:

Additional Resources

Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L720422

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