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Thompson Trail #121
From State Highway 188, the trail quickly climbs along an arroyo and then follows the contour of the ridges above the highway and Roosevelt Lake. After 1.5 miles, at the junction with the Cemetery Trail #255, the trail turns south and gradually ascends a broad ridge to the junction with FR 341.
This trail is named after Jerone Thompson who served as the district ranger, 1956-1965, for the then-named Roosevelt Ranger District.
Attractions:
- Outstanding views of Tonto Basin and Roosevelt Lake
- Provides easy access to an area of Upper Sonoran Desert vegetation.
- Passes near the historic Roosevelt Cemetery.
- The trail is a part of the Arizona Trail.
State Highway 188 (West End): From Roosevelt Dam, take State Highway 188 for 0.5miles east to the trail connection. There is no parking here.
Cemetery Trail (Midway): From Roosevelt Dam, take State Highway 188 for 1.5 miles east to the Lakeview Park. Turn into the park entrance road for about 75 feet; the trailhead is just off to the right. Take Cemetery Trail #255 up the hill and then continue beyond the cemetery on a short spur trail to the connection with Thompson Trail.
Forest Road #341 (East End): Drive through Lakeview Park until you reach a gate at the south end of the park. Forest Road (FR) 341 begins at this point. After closing the gate, proceed uphill for approximately 3/4 mile. There is no parking.
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