Apache County

As you travel down Forest Road 116, approximately 200 yards before the trailhead, you will see the remains of the old Thompson Cattle Ranch - hence, Thompson Trail #629. The trail begins atop an old railroad grade, a reminder of the very successful logging days that went on for many years. The railr...

This is probably one of the most scenic drives in the Petrified Forest National Park. From the main road, the loop is only three miles long. There are many pullouts along the loop where you can get out of your vehicle to snap some photos. You will see many large pieces of petrified wood strewn acros...