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Sunrise Arch (A)

By September 15, 2022 July 2nd, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 7.6 Area: Saguaro Lake
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 800 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: 1 Trailhead GPS Coordinates 33.33049, -111.34871
Road Conditions: Good High clearance vehicle req’d: No

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in

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

 

Special Instructions:

This hike to the Sunrise Arch takes you to one of the largest arches in the area. The trail near the arch is a little more difficult, but overall, this is a moderate hike. For most of the hike, the trail is level ground, until reaching the area where it turns uphill ascending to the arch. Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.

Directions:

Turn right (north) on Hunt Hwy to Ellsworth Rd. Follow Ellsworth north past US 60. Ellsworth Rd becomes N Usery Pass Rd. Turn right on Bush Hwy for 1.8 miles. Parking lot will be on the right at the edge of the highway.