Ultimate 4wd destination: Spruce Mountain

Spruce Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.337m (7,667ft) above the sea level, located in Yavapai County, in the U.S. state of Arizona.

Spruce Mountain

Located on the southern half of the Sierra Prieta, within the Prescott National Forest, the rough road to the summit is totally unpaved. It’s called Spruce Mountain Road. It’s narrow, winding and steep. The drive is worth it for the outstanding panoramic views at the top of the mountain.
4WD vehicles are recommended, although it’s accessible to passenger vehicles in dry weather. The road to the summit is pretty steep. Starting from South Senator Highway on Groom Creek, the ascent is 6.27km (3.9 miles) long. Over this distance the elevation gain is 420 meters. The average gradient is 6.69%. On the summit, picnic tables, restrooms and the Spruce Mountain fire look-out tower which is staffed seasonally provide a convenient rest stop.

 

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