What to See and Do
Hiking and Biking
McCoy Park Loop
Beautiful during any season, this trail is particularly popular for snowshoeing.
Length: 4.4 miles
Intensity: Moderate
Beaver Lake Trail
Located in the nearby Holy Cross Wilderness, this challenging trail provides incredible views, and during the spring, the area is awash with wildflowers.
Length: 6.3 miles
Intensity: Difficult
Arrowhead Lower Loop
This trail in the White River National Forest is perfect for hiking or mountain biking and is often used for cross-country skiing or snowshoeing during the winter months.
Length: 4.9 miles
Intensity: Moderate
Turquoise Lakes Trail
This lengthy trail, which is a favorite of both hikers and horseback riders, offers plenty of shade and is well maintained.
Length: 15 miles
Intensity: Difficult
Buck Creek Trail
This gorgeous trail runs along the creek, and the steeper sections offer a great workout for hikers who enjoy a challenge.
Length: 5 miles
Intensity: Moderate
Fishing and Boating
Stagecoach Reservoir is an excellent place for both boating and fishing. The reservoir offers wakeless and wake areas, so you can choose which option suits you best. Pike and trout, which are often quite large, are common catches for anglers, and there is a small beach and a swimming area.
Climbing
Wolcott, one of the towns closest to McCoy, offers some incredible climbing opportunities. The Wolcott Crags and Boulders is the most popular spot in the area and offers over 80 route options. These routes include top rope, sport, and traditional routes, plus about 40 bouldering options.
Wildlife Viewing
The McCoy trails are a fantastic place to spot wildlife, thanks to their remote location. The nearby King Mountain Recreation Area is also a good option to see or photograph wild animals. Native species in the area include bobcats, mountain lions, bears, deer, lynx, grouse, moose, elk, mountain goats, mountain sheep, and waterfowl, such as ducks.
Picnicking
Sylvan Lake State Park is an incredible place to picnic. The park offers several picnic areas throughout. The Meadows Picnic Area has eight sites and offers access to nearby hiking trails. The Lake Picnic Area provides 12 sites with picnic tables. It offers views of the water, and visitors can walk to the beach and swimming area.
