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Hieroglyphic Trail (I)

By September 14, 2022 July 15th, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 3.1 Area: Superstition Mountains
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 600 Park Entry Fee: No
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 33.389745, -111.424699
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 No Steep Trail: No
Off Trial (scratchy) No Slippery Trail Surfaces: No
Use of hands required: No Boulder Hopping: Yes
Difficulty: Moderate Water Crossings: No
Restrooms at Trailhead: No Gloves Required: No

 

Special Instructions:

This is an out-and-back hike that ends at Hohokam petroglyphs in a small canyon. Trail footing is rocky in places. Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.

Directions:

Take Felix Rd to Arizona Farms Rd, turn right. Turn left on AZ 79 to Hwy 60 West and follow Hwy 60 West. Turn right on Kings Ranch Rd, at stoplight (milepost 203). Turn right on Baseline. Turn left on Mohican. Turn left on Valley View Dr, it curves onto Whitetail Rd. Turn right on Cloudview and proceed to the trailhead parking lot.