Discovering the Natural Beauty of Wet Beaver Wilderness

Many aggressive cougars in this area.

The Wet Beaver Wilderness, located in the Coconino National Forest in Arizona, offers a unique and natural retreat. Established in 1984, this wilderness area spans over 6,155 acres (2,491 hectares) and features Wet Beaver Creek, a perennial stream with Dry Beaver Creek as its major tributary. The confluence of these two streams is at McGuireville, Arizona​​. This area is distinguished by its desert environment where Wet Beaver Creek flows perennially, creating a special habitat for a variety of wildlife and plants. The creek's surroundings are marked by the presence of cottonwood and sycamore trees​​. The Wet Beaver Wilderness offers a variety of outdoor activities. The stream's pools and riffles are popular for fishing, hiking, swimming, and bird watching. The waters are even stocked with trout, adding to the appeal for fishing enthusiasts​​. For those looking to explore the area, Bell Trail No. 13 serves as the primary access point to Wet Beaver Creek Canyon and the Wet Beaver Wilderness. This trail, beginning at a trailhead, follows the contours of the canyon and provides a scenic route above the streambed​​. Visitors can also enjoy facilities such as creek side picnic tables, grills, running water, and vault toilets at the Wet Beaver Creek location at 6825 N Forest Road 618 in Rimrock, AZ. These amenities, combined with the natural beauty and variety of activities available, make Wet Beaver Creek a preferred spot for a range of outdoor activities including swimming, hiking, fishing, bird watching, and picnicking

Beautiful mix of greenery, red mountains and stream marshes! I could spend days sitting by the river and listening to the grass in the wind!