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At 2 million acres (8,000 km²), the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests runs along the Mogollon Rim (pronounced muggy-own rim) and the White Mountains in east-central Arizona and extending into New Mexico, USA. Both forests are managed as one unit by USDA Forest Service. Apache-Sitgreaves has over 400 species of wildlife. With its high elevation and cool summer breezes it is a popular weekend destination from the hot desert for Phoenix, Arizona residents.

Lakes, Rivers and Streams


Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests has 8 notable cold water lakes. Although, the Apache-Sitgreaves boast some 34 lakes and reservoirs and over 680 miles of rivers and streams. The headwaters for the Black, Little Colorado and San Francisco rivers are in the White Mountains.

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Geography of Arizona | National Forests of Arizona

Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

 

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