Lost Goldmine Trail East (S)

Date:					Destination:		Lost Goldmine Trail East
Level:		Short (S)			Area:		Superstition Mountains
Approx hike distance in miles:		3			Hike leader:
Low to high elevation gain:		200			Hike leader phone:
Accum elevation gain in feet:		N/A			Hike leader email:
Departure time - Union Center parking lot:					Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in
Recommended gas donation:		$10
Unpaved miles:		6			Park entry fee per vehicle:		No
Road Conditions:		Fair			Website for reference info:		N/A
High clearance vehicle req'd:		Suggested			Trailhead GPS coordinates:		33.392228 -111.353665
TRAIL CONDITIONS
Maintained Trail:		Yes			Uneven Footing:		Yes
Steep Side Drop-offs:		No			Steep Trail:		No
Off Trail (scratchy):		No			Slippery Trail Surfaces:		No
Use of Hands Required:		No			Boulder Hopping:		No
Difficulty:		Moderate			Water Crossings:		No
Restrooms at Trailhead:		No			Gloves Required:		No

 

Special Instructions:

This is an out-and-back hike going west along the base of the Superstitions. There are nice views of the mountains and lots of desert plants. Bring water and a snack.

Directions:

Take Felix to Arizona Farms Rd, turn right.  Turn left (north) onto AZ 79, drive 9.7 miles, to Hwy 60 West.  Turn west onto Hwy 60 and drive 8 miles.  Turn right at stoplight on East Peralta Rd for 6.7 miles.  Turn left into parking area just before the Peralta Campground, watch for the sign.