Peralta Trail (I)

Date:					Destination:		Peralta Trail
Level:		Intermediate (I)			Area:		Superstition Mountains
Approx hike distance in miles:		4.9			Hike leader:
Low to high elevation gain:		1300			Hike leader phone:
Accum elevation gain in feet:		1440			Hike leader email:
Departure time - Union Center parking lot:					Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in
Recommended gas donation:		$10
Unpaved miles:		7.2 mi			Park entry fee per vehicle:		No
Road conditions:		Fair			Website for reference info:		http://hikearizona.com/decoder.php?ZTN=88
High clearance vehicle req'd:		Suggested			Trailhead GPS coordinates:		33.397377 -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:		Strenuous			Water Crossings:		Yes
Restrooms at Trailhead:		Yes			Gloves Required:		No

 

Special Instructions:

This is an out-and-back hike in the Superstition Mountains up to Fremont Saddle. At the saddle, there is a great view of Weaver’s Needle, and the rugged canyons on both sides of the saddle. Bring water and a snack. Hiking poles are recommended.

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.