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Helment Rock Ridge (A)

By September 14, 2022 July 2nd, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 9.0 Area: Goldfield
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 2300 Park Entry Fee: No
Low to high elevation gain: N/A SCAMR All Trails Map: No
Recommended gas donation: $10 Website for reference info: N/A
Unpaved miles: 0 Trailhead GPS Coordinates N/A
Road Conditions: Good High clearance vehicle req’d: No

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in

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

 

Special Instructions:

This hike climbs to a ridge with excellent views of the Goldfield area and some colorful rock formations. There is one off-trail section that is bushy. Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.

Directions:

Felix Rd north, right on Arizona Farms Rd, left on Hwy 79. Left on Hwy 60 to Exit 199 (Old West Hwy). Stay right on Goldfield Rd for 3 miles. Left on Lost Dutchman, right on Apache Trail (Route 88). Trailhead is near mile marker 204, on left side of road.