The Apache Trail

A view of Apache Lake from the Apache Trail

Forget the Grand Canyon.

Some of Arizona's most amazing scenery can be found along an approximately 45-mile long stretch of roadway called the Apache Trail.

The Apache Trail (or AZ-88) begins in Apache Junction, at the extreme eastern edge of the Phoenix Metropolitan area. The trail is characterized by hairpin turns, steep inclines and declines, and breath-taking vistas of the sapphire man-made lakes that are part of the Salt River system.


Canyon Lake

You'll find the Roosevelt Dam and Roosevelt Lake just before AZ-88 hits AZ-188. The dam was constructed between 1905 and 1911, and was expanded in 1996.


The Roosevelt Dam

State Highway 64

State Highway 64 serves as the eastern gateway to the Grand Canyon's south rim. When approaching the Grand Canyon from the east, motorists will enjoy breath-taking glimpses of the Little Colorado River Gorge to the North. To the South, they will see cozy dwellings dwarfed by red hills.


View from State Highway 64