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Barks to Weavers Needle (A)

By September 11, 2022 July 2nd, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 8 Area: Superstition Mountains
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): N/A Park Entry Fee: No
Low to high elevation gain: 2350 SCAMR All Trails Map: No
Recommended gas donation: $10 Website for reference info: N/A
Unpaved miles: 7 Trailhead GPS Coordinates 33.397377, -111.347920
Road Conditions: Fair High clearance vehicle req’d: No

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in

Trail Conditions
Maintained Trail: Mostly Uneven footing Yes
Steep side drop-offs Yes Steep Trail: Yes
Off Trial (scratchy) Some Slippery Trail Surfaces: No
Use of hands required: No Boulder Hopping: Yes
Difficulty: Moderate Water Crossings: Possible
Restrooms at Trailhead: Yes Gloves Required: No

 

Special Instructions:

A nice loop hike with interesting rock formations and close-up views of Weavers Needle. Bring water, snack and lunch.

Directions:

8.1 miles west of the junction AZ-79/US-60, turn right on to FS77, which is Peralta Road. Follow FS77 5.6 miles to a left and up turnoff. Continue 1.9 miles to Peralta Trailhead