Explore 2 listed public parks, trails, forests, and natural areas in Gila, Arizona. Compare locations and documented activities, with official sources and notices for planning your visit.
Park-specific information
Rain and flooding have closed Pine Creek Trail, Anna Mae Trail and the area beneath the bridge. The park reports Gowan Trail, Waterfall Trail and the paved path above the bridge open. Follow current signs and updates.
Regional information
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 689 IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN ARIZONA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 3 COUNTIES IN EAST CENTRAL ARIZONA GILA IN SOUTH CENTRAL ARIZONA MARICOPA IN SOUTHEAST ARIZONA PINAL THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF APACHE JUNCTION, CACTUS FOREST, CASA GRANDE, ELOY, FLORENCE, JAKES CORNER, KOHLS RANCH, MESA, PAYSON, PHOENIX, PUNKIN CENTER, RYE, STAR VALLEY, AND TONTO VILLAGE.
Oct 21, 2026 – Oct 21, 2026
Park-specific information
Every visitor hiking the steep Lower Cliff Dwelling Trail must bring a water bottle. This standing requirement does not establish that the trail is open during temporary heat closures.
