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Williams Creek National Fish Hatchery is just one of the many field stations of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service whose mission is working with others to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, and plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people.
At the hatchery, the public has an opportunity to witness the entire life cycle of a trout given the right time of year. The hatchery also has multiple different kinds of flora and fauna. Come visit us in the beautiful White Mountains of Arizona and try to catch the threatened Apache trout.
Driving Directions
Williams Creek is located 4.1 miles south of Hondah, Arizona, and 8 miles east of Highway 73.
Activities
Williams Creek National Fish Hatchery provides the opportunity for visitors to view the entire production life cycle of different trout species. In addition to viewing fish species at the hatchery, visitors get to experience the beautiful scenery of the White Mountains of Arizona.
Trails
Williams Creek Nature Trail
Open: Year-round
Length: 0.15 miles
Difficulty: Easy
The Nature Trail begins at a parking lot near the public restrooms. Interpretive signs at the trailhead provide information about the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. From the parking lot, follow the rock lined trail to the observation deck overlooking one of the ponds on the hatchery. Interpretive signs along the trail provide fun facts about local flora and fauna. At the observation deck, you can return the way came to return to the trailhead.
Related Documents
Williams Creek National Fish Hatchery Map
Other Facilities in the Complex
Williams Creek National Fish Hatchery is one of two hatcheries within the complex. Alchesay National Fish Hatchery is the second hatchery.
Locations
Williams Creek is located 4.1 miles south of Hondah, Arizona, and 8 miles east of Highway 73.