Pets allowed
Allowed with Restrictions
Elevation Gain
641.00 ft (195.38 m)
Trail type
There-and-back
Distance
5.10 mi (8.21 km)
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The Thompson Trail 629 is a simple out and back trail along the West Fork Black River.  It is located within Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest.  Trailhead parking has space for about 5-7 cars right on the side of the road.  The trail begins on the other side of West Fork Black River on the left.  There is a small wood sign.  The trail drops down off the fireroad and down toward the river.  There is no stream crossings and is very scenic as the trail follows the river.

The trail closely follows the river for about 2.5 miles and ends at a confluence with an unnamed side stream that empties in the West Fork Black River.  Return the way you came in.

Logistics + Planning

Preferable season(s)

Spring
Summer
Fall

Congestion

Low

Parking Pass

None

Open Year-round

Yes

Pros

Easy trail along a river.

Cons

Remote.

Trailhead Elevation

8,856.00 ft (2,699.31 m)

Highest point

8,965.00 ft (2,732.53 m)

Features

Near lake or river
Bird watching

Typically multi-day

No

Permit required

No

Location

Nearby Adventures

Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, Arizona
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, Arizona
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