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Peralta Canyon Trail to Robber’s Roost (UI)

By March 27, 2026 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles):  6.1 Area: Peralta Trail
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 1,725 Park Entry Fee:                        No
Low to high elevation gain:  N/A SCAMR All Trails Map:  Yes
Recommended gas donation:  $10 Website for reference info: N/A
Unpaved miles:          7 Trailhead GPS Coordinates 33.39768,-111.3479
Road Conditions:       Fair High clearance vehicle req’d:                               No

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in

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

 

Special Instructions:

This is an out and back hike up Peralta Trail to Fremont saddle, then a non-maintained trail to Robber’s Roost. This a very scenic hike to a unique lunch spot (Robber’s Roost). Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.

Directions:

Take Felix Rd north to Arizona Farms Rd, turn right. Turn left (north on AZ 79. Turn left onto Hwy 60 West towards Phoenix. Follow Hwy 60 for 7.6 miles and turn right on Peralta Road (FS 77). Stoplight at intersection. Drive 7.2 miles to the Peralta Trailhead.