Coconino Crags

The West Fork Trail (FS #108) is an easy trek back and forth across a shallow creek at the floor of a thousand-foot-deep canyon. Verdant green pines, firs and oaks contrast against steep walls composed of red "Schnebly" and pale "Coconino" sandstone. You can hike up to three miles with little difficulty, but if you want to go further, be prepared for wading up to your knees or deeper. The best time for hiking is October when the maples and oaks light up the canyon, and the early afternoon shadows embellish the sandstone crags. October 23, 2008