| Approx hike distance (miles): | 3.3 | Area: | Superior |
| Accum elevation gain (feet): | N/A | Park Entry Fee: | No |
| Low to high elevation gain: | 800 | SCAMR All Trails Map: | No |
| Recommended gas donation: | $10 | Website for reference info: | hikearizona.com/decoder.php?ZTN=1292 |
| Unpaved miles: | 0 | Trailhead GPS Coordinates | 33.297984, -111.060215 |
| Road Conditions: | Good | High clearance vehicle req’d: | No |
Please arrive 10 minutes before departure to check -in |
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| Trail Conditions | |||
| Maintained Trail: | No | Uneven footing | Yes |
| Steep side drop-offs | No | Steep Trail: | Yes |
| Off Trial (scratchy) | Yes | Slippery Trail Surfaces: | Yes |
| Use of hands required: | Yes | Boulder Hopping: | Yes |
| Difficulty: | Strenuous | Water Crossings: | Possible |
| Restrooms at Trailhead: | No | Gloves Required: | Yes |
Special Instructions:
This off-trail hike follows a streambed with boulder hopping, scratchy brush, and a very uneven canyon to the summit. Bring gloves, long pants, long sleeve shirt, plenty of water. Possibly very windy and cold at the summit. Views of rock formations, hoodoos, and balanced rocks. Great views of Picketpost Mountain and Superior. Bring water and a snack.
Directions:
Take the right ramp onto Hwy 60 east toward Globe. Past Superior, go through the tunnel to Magma Mine Rd (mile marker 231), turn right. Drive approximately 1.5 miles to the GPS Coordinates. Park at the cut-off on the left side of the road. Parking is limited. Walk up the road about ¼ mile to the large culvert and start hiking up the streambed on the left.
