Coconino National Forest

Welcome to one of the most diverse National Forests in the United States, Arizona's Coconino National Forest, an oasis of red rock desert, alpine tundra, and Ponderosa pine forests. The forest's landscapes range in elevation from as low as 2,600 feet ASL to as high as 12,633 feet ASL.

Forest History: Coconino National Forest was established by President Theodore Roosevelt on July 1, 1908 with the merger of the Grand Canyon National Forest, San Francisco Mountains National Forest, and portions of the Tonto and Black Mesa National Forests.

Wildlife: Coconino National Forest helps protect the home of numerous wild critters including deer, coyotes, wild turkeys, and others. Please treat their home with respect.

For the lover of the outdoors Coconino National Forest boasts miles of multipurpose trails, the Arizona Snowbowl ski resort, and so much more. Come on out and have a blast!