| Approx hike distance (miles): | 7.6 | Area: | NE Mesa |
| Accum. elevation gain (feet): | 1400 | Park Entry Fee: | No |
| Low to high elevation gain: | 900 | SCAMR All Trails Map: | No |
| Recommended gas donation: | $10 | Website for reference info: | hikearizona.com/decoder.php?ZTN=2722 |
| Unpaved miles: | 0 | Trailhead GPS Coordinates | 33.467488, -111.531035 |
| 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: | Yes |
| Off Trial (scratchy) | Yes | 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:
Two thirds of this hike is on a forest road. One third is off trail with easy bush-whacking. Last section to the summit is a bit steeper. If you prefer you could wait about ½ hour on a ridge below the peak and enjoy nice views of Goldfield. Note: URL above references a shorter loop hike that this hike incorporates. Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.
Directions:
Dome Mountain Trailhead: Take Hwy. 79 to US 60 West. From 60, turn N on Idaho Rd. Go North, don’t turn on AZ 88, turn right on McKellips Rd. Then left on Wolverine Pass. Right on E Tonto. Left on Cactus Rd. Right on McDowell to trailhead.
