| Approx hike distance (miles): | 5.0 | Area: | East Of Superior |
| 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: | 10 | Trailhead GPS Coordinates | N/A |
| Road Conditions: | Fair | High clearance vehicle req’d: | Suggested |
Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in |
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| 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: | No |
| Difficulty: | Moderate | Water Crossings: | No |
| Restrooms at Trailhead: | No | Gloves Required: | No |
Special Instructions:
This is an out and back hike on forest service trail 212. The trail goes through an open field then a wooded canyon with a shallow water crossing. (Fall colors) Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.
Directions:
Take Felix Rd north to Arizona Farms Rd, turn right. Turn left (north) on AZ 79. Take the right ramp onto Hwy 60 East toward Globe. Follow Hwy 60 past Superior to mile post #239. Turn left (north) .5 mile past mile post on Pinto Valley Rd. This is FS 287. Follow FS 287 for 7 miles (at 3 miles the road makes a sharp left turn). Just past the steel single track bridge, turn left onto 287A. Follow 287A for 6 miles to a corral. Turn left and drive to a small barn. This is the parking area for trail 212.
