Crosscut, Prospector and Jacob’s Trails (UI)

Date:					Destination:		Lost Dutchman SP
Level:					Area:		Superstition Mtns.
Approx hike distance in miles:		6.7			Hike leader:
Low to high elevation gain:		922			Hike leader phone:
Accum elevation gain in feet:		987			Hike leader email:
Departure time - Union Center parking lot:					Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in
Recommended gas donation:		$10
Unpaved miles:		0			Park entry fee per vehicle:		$10.00/vehicle
Road conditions:		Good			Website for reference info:		https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/arizona/cross-cut-prospector-and-jacobs-trail-58-loop
High clearance vehicle req'd:		No			Trailhead GPS coordinates:		33.46113, -111.47747
TRAIL CONDITIONS
Maintained Trail:		Yes			Uneven Footing:		Some
Steep Side Drop-offs:		No			Steep Trail:		No
Off Trail (scratchy):		No			Slippery Trail Surfaces:		No
Use of Hands Required:		No			Boulder Hopping:		No
Difficulty :		3			Water Crossings:		No
Restrooms at Trailhead:		Yes			Gloves Required:		No

 

Special Instructions:

This hike is in Lost Dutchman State Park.  Bring your camera, water and a snack.

Directions:

Drive north on Felix Road to Arizona Farms and turn right.  Follow Arizona Farms for 5.4 miles and turn left onto Hwy. 79.  Travel 9.7 miles on Hwy. 79 then merge onto US 60 west.  Drive 12.6 miles and turn right on S. Mountain View Road (just past Silly Mtn.).  In 4.6 miles turn right on to AZ-88 E.  Drive 1.8 miles and turn right into Lost Dutchman State Park.