Hike Detail SheetHikesUpper Intermediate

Siphon Draw (UI)

By September 5, 2022 July 7th, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 4 Area: Superstition Mountains
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 1120 Park Entry Fee: Yes, see below
Low to high elevation gain: N/A SCAMR All Trails Map: No
Recommended gas donation: $10 Website for reference info: N/A
Unpaved miles: 0 Trailhead GPS Coordinates 33.459712, -111.478061
Road Conditions: Good High clearance vehicle req’d: No
Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in
Trail Conditions
Maintained Trail: Yes Uneven footing Yes
Steep side drop-offs Yes Steep Trail: Yes
Off Trial (scratchy) No Slippery Trail Surfaces: Yes
Use of hands required: No Boulder Hopping: No
Difficulty: Moderate Water Crossings: No
Restrooms at Trailhead: Yes Gloves Required: No

 

Special Instructions:

This is an out-and-back hike up Siphon Draw to the Bowling Alley and back to the trailhead. There are great views along the trail and the canyon is gorgeous. There is a $7 entrance fee or a State Park Pass. Please collect the entrance fee equally between carpool members. Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.

Directions:

Take Felix Rd north to Arizona Farms Rd, turn right. Turn left (north) on AZ 79. Turn left on Hwy 60 west toward Phoenix. Exit at Idaho Rd and turn right. Turn right at SR 88. Turn right onto the road to Lost Dutchman State Park and park at Siphon Draw Trailhead.