Old Black Canyon Highway, Black Canyon, Arizona

Old Black Canyon Highway, Black Canyon, Arizona
Old Black Canyon Highway South of Black Canyon City

Old Black Canyon Highway






The Old Black Canyon Highway is a leftover from before the time of I-17 being built that once was a major north to south route.

Originally built in the mid to late 1800’s, it was a stagecoach route from Prescott to Phoenix. It was best known for its rough ride, but there is a paved section that still exists in Prescott. Most of the road through Black Canyon City is also paved, but as you continue south, just before merging onto I-17, it makes a turn to the right and becomes a dirt road. Today this dirt trail gives access to private property and the Black Canyon hiking trail. It also leads you into a very skinny, winding, and a hilly off-road trail. As you continue south you’ll end up in the Table Mesa Recreation Area.

For more details see the Trailsoffroad.com web-site.