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Pinto Creek Bridge (CI)

Date:Destination:Pinto Creek Bridge
Level:CIArea:Top of the World
Approx hike distance in miles:4Hike leader:
Low to high elevation gain:500Hike leader phone:
Accum elevation gain infFeet:N/AHike leader email:
Departure time - Union Center parking lot:Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in
Recommended gas donation:$10
Unpaved miles:NonePark entry fee per vehicle:No
Road conditions:GoodWebsite for reference info:N/A
High clearance vehicle req'd:NoTrailhead GPS coordinates:33.355158,-110.980009

TRAIL CONDITIONS

Maintained Trail:YesUneven Footing:Yes
Steep Side Drop-offs:NoSteep Trail:
No
Off Trail (scratchy):NoSlippery Trail Surfaces:No
Use of Hands Required:NoBoulder Hopping:No
Difficulty:EasyWater Crossings:No
Restrooms at Trailhead:NoGloves Required:No

 

Special Instructions:

This is an out-and-back hike along a very scenic segment of old US 60. There are big rocks, trees and gorgeous views. Bring water and a snack.

Directions:

Take Felix Rd north to Arizona Farm Rd. Turn right (east) and follow to Hwy 79. Turn left (north) on 79 and follow to Hwy 60. At Florence Junction, turn right onto 60 East toward Globe/Superior. Drive approximately 24 miles to Top of the World. Just past Milepost 236, Hwy 60 curves to the left, with a large gravel parking lot on the right. Pull into lot. The hike begins after crossing the cattle guard.