Directions: From Payson, take SR 87 north past Clint's Well to the Blue Ridge Ranger Station; FR 211 is on the left side of SR 87. From SR 87, it is 16 miles of dirt forest road which can be rutted and difficult after storms. Recommend a high-clearance vehicle, especially on FR 635A between Long and Soldier lakes.
Drive Time: Approximately 2.5 hours from Phoenix.
Elevation: 6,700 feet.
Rating: Somewhat remote.
Season: Best April - Oct., check on winter road conditions.
Camping: Primitive camping only. Nearest developed sites are Rock Crossing and Blue Ridge campgrounds.
Boats: On Soldier Lake, boats powered by no more than a single electric motor permitted.
Notice: Catch unlimited northern pike at Long Lake.
Coconino National Forest
Blue Ridge Ranger District: 928-477-2255
www.fs.fed.us/r3/coconino
Fishing: Weekly Fishing Report
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