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Praying Hands East Loop (I)

By September 14, 2022 July 5th, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 5.0 Area: Superstition Mountains
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 950 Park Entry Fee: No
Low to high elevation gain: N/A SCAMR All Trails Map: Yes
Recommended gas donation: $10 Website for reference info: N/A
Unpaved miles: .6 Trailhead GPS Coordinates 33.47150, -111.46927
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: Yes
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 a loop hike with great views of the Superstition Mountains and Praying Hands rock formation. There is a long climb to the high point of the hike. Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.

Directions:

Take Felix Rd north to Arizona Farms, right on Arizona Farms Rd, turn right. Turn left (north) on AZ 79. Turn left onto Hwy 60 West toward Phoenix. Turn Right on Mountain View Rd, just past Silly Mtn. Drive 4.5 miles and turn right on Apache Trail (Route 88) for 3.3 miles. Turn right on First Water Rd., just past Lost Dutchman SP. Drive approximately 0.6 miles to Cross Cut Trailhead parking area on the right side of the road.