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Willow Springs Basin via Bulldog Canyon (I)

By September 14, 2022 July 5th, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 6.0 Area: Goldfield
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 1200 Park Entry Fee: No
Low to high elevation gain: 770 SCAMR All Trails Map: No
Recommended gas donation: $10 Website for reference info: All trails, willow springs basin tank – bulldog
Unpaved miles: 0 Trailhead GPS Coordinates 33.501599, -111.462798
Road Conditions: Good High clearance vehicle req’d: No

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in

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

 

Special Instructions:

This is a beautiful loop trail with great rock formations. The trail leads to Willow Springs that may have water depending on season. The trail includes smooth surfaces, rocky surfaces, and some rolling rock slopes. Hiking sticks are recommended. 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 on Hwy 60 west toward Phoenix. Travel northwest on Hwy 60 for 12.7 miles and turn right on South Mountain View Rd. Travel 4.6 miles on South Mountain View Rd to Apache Trail (Hwy 88) and turn right. Drive 4.7 miles to the trailhead on the left.