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Goldfield Arches – Top Hat (A)

By September 11, 2022 July 2nd, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 7.6 Area: Goldfield
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 1900 Park Entry Fee: No
Low to high elevation gain: 900 SCAMR All Trails Map: No
Recommended gas donation: $10 Website for reference info: N/A
Unpaved miles: 1 Trailhead GPS Coordinates 33.461194, -111.508621
Road Conditions: Poor High clearance vehicle req’d: Yes

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) Yes Slippery Trail Surfaces: Yes
Use of hands required: No Boulder Hopping: No
Difficulty: Moderate Water Crossings: No
Restrooms at Trailhead: No Gloves Required: No

 

Special Instructions:

This hike is a relatively easy hike until the last third where there’s a steep climb to the peak. An option is is to wait on a ridge below the peak and enjoy nice views of Goldfield. Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.

Directions:

Take Felix to Arizona Farms. Turn left on Hwy 79 to then go west on US 60. Exit at Goldfield Rd and travel north. Turn left on Lost Dutchman Blvd. Turn right on AZ 88. Turn left on Hackamore Rd and go to the end. The last mile is unpaved and in poor condition.