Dutchman Trail East (S)

Date:					Destination:		Dutchman Trail East
Level:		Short (S)			Area:		Superstitions
Approx hike distance in miles:		3			Hike leader:
Low to high elevation gain:		400			Hike leader phone:
Accum elevation gain in feet:		N/A			Hike leader email:
Departure time - Union Center parking lot:					Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in
Recommended gas donation:		$10
Unpaved miles:		7			Park entry fee per vehicle:		No
Road conditions:		Fair			Website for reference info:		N/A
High clearance vehicle req'd:		Suggested			Trailhead GPS coordinates:		33.3397377 -111.347920
TRAIL CONDITIONS
Maintained Trail:		Yes			Uneven Footing:		Yes
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:		Moderate			Water Crossings:		No
Restrooms at Trailhead:		Yes			Gloves Required:		No

 

Special Instructions:

This is an out-and-back hike along the base of the Superstition Mountains. There is a great view of the mountains and Peralta Canyon. Bring water and a snack.

Directions:

Take Felix Rd north to AZ Farms Rd., turn right. Turn left (north) on AZ 79. Turn left onto Hwy 60 West towards Phoenix. Follow 60 West for 7.6 miles and turn right on Peralta Rd (Stoplight at intersection). Go 7.2 miles to Peralta Trailhead.