Road to Apache Leap (CI)

Date:					Destination:		Road to Apache Leap
Level:		Casual Intermediate (CI)			Area:		Superior
Approx Hike Distance in Miles:		3			Hike Leader:
Low to High Elevation Gain:		300			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:		1			Park entry fee per vehicle:		No
Road Conditions:		Poor			Website for reference info:		N/A
High Clearance Vehicle Req'd:		Yes			Trailhead GPS coordinates:		33.28827 -111.05965
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:		Easy			Water Crossings:		No
Restrooms at Trailhead:		No			Gloves Required:		No

 

Special Instructions:

This is an out-and-back hike along a forest service road in the area of the new copper mine. There is an interesting collection of rock formations and some of the preliminary mining activity. Bring water and a snack.

Directions:

Take Felix Rd north to AZ Farms Rd, turn right. Turn left (north) on AZ 79. Take the right ramp onto Hwy 60 East toward Globe. Past Superior, go through the tunnel to Magma Mine Road, turn right. At 1.5 miles, turn left on Forest Service Rd #315. Go about ¾ of a mile. Park along the road. Parking is limited.