Sunset Vista Trail (I)

Date:					Destination:		Sunset Vista Trail
Level:		Intermediate (I)			Area:		Picacho Peak State Park
Approx hike distance in miles:		5			Hike leader:
Low to high elevation gain:		900			Hike leader phone:
Accum elevation gain in feet:		1,200			Hike leader email:
Departure time - Union Center parking lot:					Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in
Recommended gas donation:		$10
Unpaved miles:		None			Park entry fee per vehicle:		Yes, see below.
Road conditions:		Good			Website for reference info:		N/A
High clearance vehicle req'd:		No			Trailhead GPS coordinates:		32.647733 -111.429109
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:		Moderate			Water Crossings:		No
Restrooms at Trailhead:		Yes			Gloves Required:		No

 

Special Instructions:

This is an out-and-back hike along the south side of Picacho Mountain. There are good views of Picacho Peak and the surrounding desert. Note: the climb gets difficult after the turnaround point for this hike. Bring water and a snack. This hike requires an entry fee ($7/car) or a State Parks Pass. Please divide the cost evenly among the carpool. (Spring flowers).

Directions:

From Coolidge, take AZ 87 South to I-10. Take I-10 East to Exit 219. Turn right on Picacho Peak Rd and follow sign to Sunset Vista Trail. The trailhead is at the end of the road.