Willow Springs Basin via Bulldog Canyon (I)

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GENERAL HIKE INFORMATION
Date:Destination:Willow Springs Basin via Bulldog Canyon
Level:Intermediate (I)Area:Goldfield
Approx hike distance in miles:6Hike leader:
Low to high elevation gain:770Hike leader phone:
Accum elevation gain in feet:1200Hike leader email:
Departure time - Union Center parking lot:Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in
Recommended gas donation:$10
Unpaved miles:0Park entry fee per vehicle:N/A
Road conditions:GoodWebsite for reference info:https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/arizona/willow-springs-basin-tank-via-bulldog-canyon
High clearance vehicle req'd:NoTrailhead GPS coordinates:33.501599
-111.462798


TRAIL CONDITIONS
Maintained Trail:YesUneven Footing:Yes
Steep Side Drop-offs:NoSteep Trail:
Some
Off Trail (scratchy):NoSlippery Trail Surfaces:Yes
Use of Hands Required:NoBoulder Hopping:No
Difficulty :ModerateWater Crossings:Maybe
Restrooms at Trailhead:NoGloves 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 your camera, plenty of water and snacks.
DIRECTIONS TO TRAILHEAD:
If you think you might be driving, please print and bring these directions with you.
  • 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 lelft.