Facility · Arizona ·
Managed by the Bureau of Land Management
Kingman Field Office (Bureau of Land Management AZ) · Open Access
Twin Springs Trail is a 1.4-mile hike (one way) up a valley on the eastern side of the Black Mountains of Mount Nutt Wilderness. The trail follows an old vehicle route that has been reclaimed to a single track and ends at a spring which surfaces at a gap in a volcanic dike. Volcanic ash and lava depositions have weathered over the eons to create intriguing spires, caves, ledges and cubbyholes throughout this part of the Black Mountains.
Adventurous hikers can continue cross country up the canyon beyond this gap to reach the two namesake springs. You may observe various wildlife species in the area that rely on the water provided at these springs, as well as wild burros and cattle.
Since this trail is located within wilderness, motor vehicles and mountain bikes are prohibited on the trail.
Use of the trail is most comfortable between the months of September and May, although early-morning hiking during the summer can be pleasant as well.
When exploring this unique area, please follow all posted regulations and embrace the seven Leave No Trace principles to help preserve its natural beauty and the exceptional recreation experiences it offers. Keep in mind that applying the seven Leave No Trace principles may vary — what works in a desert may differ from what's best in mountainous terrain.
A four-wheel drive vehicle is required to access the trailhead.
From Kingman, follow Highway 93 north to Highway 68. Turn west onto Highway 68 and follow it approximately 9 miles to Estrella Road. Head south on Estrella Road for 4.7 miles to Shinarump Road. Turn right onto Shinarump Road and proceed 0.5 miles to Kaibab Road. Turn left (south) on Kaibab Road and proceed 2.4 miles to a jeep trail on your right. Turn right on this jeep trail and proceed about one mile, following the wilderness boundary, to trailhead parking.
35.12367, -114.31511 · 35°7'25.2"N 114°18'54.4"W
Typically 111°F in Jul, down to 64°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 65 | 70 | 79 | 87 | 96 | 107 | 111 | 109 | 103 | 89 | 74 | 64 |
| Low °F | 45 | 47 | 51 | 57 | 66 | 73 | 81 | 81 | 73 | 61 | 51 | 44 |
| Precip in | 1.0 | 1.1 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.2 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 14.4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
There are no permits, passes, or fees required to visit this wilderness area. It is free. However, commercial, competitive, and large organized group events require a special recreation permit. Contact the local managing field office for more information about special recreation permits. Recreational activities on any nearby state trust land require a permit from the State of Arizona.
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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