Yavapai College: Explore Yavapai County – Apple Creek Homesteads and Mine

Apple Creek (an informal name) is a tributary to the Hassayampa River east of Spruce Mountain and crossed by Senator Highway.  Homesteaders and miners have both left their mark on this little drainage.  During this half-day trip, we’ll hike up the creek (about a mile round trip – fairly easy informal trail) while we visit the old abandoned mine and both homesteads.  There’s a standing cabin at one, and many blackberries and several apple trees. This time of year, we may find the apples in bloom, although ripe blackberries will have to wait for fall. Activity Rating: 2. 

Days: M     Dates: 9/21/2026 – 9/21/2026
Sessions: 1     Times: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Offsite – Departs Prescott Campus    meet at Building 31