Bill Williams Mountain
Bill Williams Mountain
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ironviking
Tucson, AZ24 contributions
Jul 2024 • Solo
This was the second time that I hiked to the summit. The weather was better this time than in 2016. The trail's pretty well-maintained, just a bit overgrown in a few small areas.
For those who've never hiked this trail before, there aren't a lot of switchbacks. Most of it's a continuous 12% or so grade. Be sure to stay hydrated, especially if it's clear and sunny. It's about a 2500 ft vertical ascent, so it's a good workout.
There's a couple warnings. First, there are no signs when the trail ends and you complete the hike by going up the dirt road to the summit. So you might want to mark a tree or make a small cairn to find the trail after you walk to the summit and start back down the road.
Also, don't hike the road back down! I did tthis and it was a huge mistake! Although you cross a road midway up the ascent, this is not the same road. If you walk down that road that goes to the summit you wind up several miles south of Williams, with about a 2 hr walk back to the trailhead near the ranger district station. So just return the same trail you came up. That way you hike 8 miles or so instead of 17!
For those who've never hiked this trail before, there aren't a lot of switchbacks. Most of it's a continuous 12% or so grade. Be sure to stay hydrated, especially if it's clear and sunny. It's about a 2500 ft vertical ascent, so it's a good workout.
There's a couple warnings. First, there are no signs when the trail ends and you complete the hike by going up the dirt road to the summit. So you might want to mark a tree or make a small cairn to find the trail after you walk to the summit and start back down the road.
Also, don't hike the road back down! I did tthis and it was a huge mistake! Although you cross a road midway up the ascent, this is not the same road. If you walk down that road that goes to the summit you wind up several miles south of Williams, with about a 2 hr walk back to the trailhead near the ranger district station. So just return the same trail you came up. That way you hike 8 miles or so instead of 17!
Written July 23, 2024
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arashkow
Bozeman, MT151 contributions
May 2020 • Solo
The hike itself was stupendous. Beautiful woods, great exercise,steep switchbacks. It is 4.2 miles one way. RT 8.4. This is measured on my satellite gps. Take water. None along the way. Easy to follow.
There are 2 negatives that made me lower this rating. One is highway noise. Gong up it seems less noticeable. But coming down I heard it and trains 1 1/2 miles up the trail. Secondly my own opinion to a long strenuous hike (2400 foot ascent) to 9300 feet is a beautiful summit. This is an industrial mountain with multiple radio and cell towers.
It still beats the desert heat and it was a pleasant temperature on top. Wear hiking boots or strong hiking shoes. Also I did hit thunder and a few rain drops on top. It took 2 1/2 hours each way. Best not to leave trailhead after 10 or 11am depending on the season. Also last month there were reports of snow at higher elevations.
There are 2 negatives that made me lower this rating. One is highway noise. Gong up it seems less noticeable. But coming down I heard it and trains 1 1/2 miles up the trail. Secondly my own opinion to a long strenuous hike (2400 foot ascent) to 9300 feet is a beautiful summit. This is an industrial mountain with multiple radio and cell towers.
It still beats the desert heat and it was a pleasant temperature on top. Wear hiking boots or strong hiking shoes. Also I did hit thunder and a few rain drops on top. It took 2 1/2 hours each way. Best not to leave trailhead after 10 or 11am depending on the season. Also last month there were reports of snow at higher elevations.
Written May 10, 2020
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Norm_Nice_Guy
North Las Vegas, NV445 contributions
Sep 2013 • Friends
We drove the road to the lookout in a Honda Fit and made it but I would not go any higher than the towers. The turn off from Hwy 73 is easy to miss as it's just a dirt road into the forest. The dirt road is seven miles each way with many turns and is quite a climb. I don't think my little car was very happy with the climb. The views on the way up are great but the view at the top was hindered by the tree growth. We saw several deer on the way back down. If it's rained or is about to rain, I would suggest that you go a different day.
Written September 21, 2013
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Pcmdem
Madrid, España29 contributions
Nice people and deep Navajo/Western Tradition.
This place was my low cost operational base to travel around the Grand Canyon National Park and some walks inside The Grand Canyon.
If you want to walk inside the Grand Canyon, watch the weather Carefully. You don´t subestime the weather!!!
Take hard mountain clothes!!!!
Don´t forget you camera !!!!
This place was my low cost operational base to travel around the Grand Canyon National Park and some walks inside The Grand Canyon.
If you want to walk inside the Grand Canyon, watch the weather Carefully. You don´t subestime the weather!!!
Take hard mountain clothes!!!!
Don´t forget you camera !!!!
Written July 29, 2010
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ozzieamy
Grand Canyon National Park, AZ393 contributions
Feb 2018 • Couples
A lovely drive up the mountain. Views all around are spectacular. Would love to go back and hike up instead. Only reason I didn’t give it 5 stars is when you get to the top you get all jumbled up in a cell phone tower and satellite equipment. An overlook would be pleasant. Will go again though for sure!
Written February 18, 2018
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KateJourney
Exeter, Canada170 contributions
Sep 2015
When we stopped at Williams, Arizona for the night, we just wanted a place to sleep before driving up to the Grand Canyon the next day. Little did we know we were in the last place to be bypassed by Route 66 and the town named after a famous local Mountain Man - Bill Williams. Surrounded with history.
Written May 2, 2016
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nano262
seattle191 contributions
Jun 2013 • Friends
The trails have horses. We took our dog. Took around an hour. The city view was nice. However, the trail was nothing to write home about. I would consider the trail a second time with a horse - but not hiking.
Written June 5, 2013
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red-goldwing
Nevada46 contributions
Sep 2012 • Couples
Bill Willams Mountain starts in Williams and heads out 4th St. which is Hwy. 73. The road is dirt and starts to climb lodestly as you start for the atennas on top. Most cars other than low clearance one with make it but better for higher clearance ones. (We have no problem in out Honda CR-V.) Takes "about" 1 hour to make it to the top. The view is INCREDIBLE! DO NOT start this drive if it has just rained or especially if it might rain. It is absolutely worth the time for the view. Walk around the base of the atennas on several sides to appreciate the views from all sides. Take a camera..you'll want to share your trip with friends. No cost. There is a bathroom (pit toilet) at the top but do yourself a favor a take care of business before you start up. There is nothing but the view....no food.."no nothin'."
Written September 6, 2012
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Puneet S
4 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Very rough road with a lot of large stones, views at top are blocked by an electricity grid. Do not go there.
Written July 19, 2022
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david c
Willcox, AZ6 contributions
Jul 2022
We read in a magazine, that this was a place to visit. The road close to the top is very rough. This is not a road for a car!!! There is no place at the top to see the views.
Written July 17, 2022
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It seems to me that you should have looked into the trail before heading up the mountain. Anyone in Williams will tell you that this is a 4-wheel drive type of road. I, for one, think it is a GREAT road if you have the right vehicle. I have no idea what you mean about "no view from the top." The views are breathtaking and we walked around the whole area.
Written August 30, 2018
There is a completely separate hiking trail to the top.
Written May 11, 2020
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