Devil’s Canyon Trail (I)

Date:					Destination:		Oak Flat Campground
Level:		Intermediate			Area:		Superior
Approx hike distance in miles:		6			Hike leader:
Low to high elevation gain:		248			Hike leader phone:
Accum elevation gain in feet:		900			Hike leader email:
Departure time - Union Center parking lot:					Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in
Recommended gas donation:		$10
Unpaved miles:		.1			Park entry fee per vehicle:		None
Road conditions:		Good			Website for reference info:		https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/arizona/devils-canyon-trail
High clearance vehicle req'd:		No			Trailhead GPS coordinates:		33.30753, -111.05075
TRAIL CONDITIONS
Maintained Trail:		Yes			Uneven Footing:		Yes
Steep Side Drop-offs:		No			Steep Trail:		Yes
Off Trail (scratchy):		No			Slippery Trail Surfaces:		Some shale surface
Use of Hands Required:		No			Boulder Hopping:		No
Difficulty :		4			Water Crossings:		No
Difficulty :		No			Gloves Required:		No

 

Special Instructions:

This hike starts at the Oak Flat Campground and follows rugged forest service roads leading to dramatic rock formations and spectacular views.  There are a few strenuous climbs and rocky descents.  Bring hiking sticks, lunch and water.

Directions:

Take Felix Road to Arizona Farms Road and turn right.  Go north on Highway 79 for 9.5 miles, and merge onto Highway 60 east towards Superior.  Drive 18.6 miles and turn right onto Magma Shaft 9 Road.  In about .25 miles turn left into the Oak Flat Campground.  Park near the Forest Service sign.