| Approx hike distance (miles): | 6.5 | Area: | Oracle |
| Accum elevation gain (feet): | 1400 | Park Entry Fee: | No |
| Low to high elevation gain: | 930 | SCAMR All Trails Map: | No |
| Recommended gas donation: | $10 | Website for reference info: | aztrail.org/passages/pass_13.html |
| Unpaved miles: | .25 | Trailhead GPS Coordinates | 32.580858, -110.720327 |
| Road Conditions: | Good | High clearance vehicle req’d: | No |
Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in |
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| Maintained Trail: | Yes | Uneven footing | Yes |
| Steep side drop-offs | No | Steep Trail: | No |
| Off Trial (scratchy) | No | Slippery Trail Surfaces: | No |
| Use of hands required: | No | Boulder Hopping: | No |
| Difficulty: | Strenuous | Water Crossings: | No |
| Restrooms at Trailhead: | No | Gloves Required: | No |
Special Instructions:
This is an out-and-back hike on the Arizona Trail that goes by the High Jinks Mine and up to a ridge overlooking the Biosphere. The hike provides great views of the surrounding mountains and San Manuel, an old copper mining town. Bring plenty of water, a snack and lunch.
Directions:
Take Hunt Hwy east toward Florence to Hwy 79. Turn right (south) on Hwy 79 to Oracle Junction. Turn left on Hwy 77 and follow for 9 miles to American Ave. Turn right on American Ave for 2.3 miles to Mount Lemmon Rd. (There is no advance warning for the turn-off, but there is a green sign at the turn-off.) Turn right on Mount Lemmon Rd for 3.8 miles to American Flag Ranch Rd. Turn right. Follow for 0.2 miles to trailhead parking. The trailhead is on the right.
