Beginner/Intermediate Backpack to Battleship Mountain (Supes)

The Superstitions may be one of the most rugged ranges in Arizona. With deep canyons and rock spires, the range is a playground for hikers and climbers. One of the best scrambling routes in the Superstitions can be found on Battleship Mountain, a mile long fin of volcanic rock with deep canyons on both sides. With surprisingly solid volcanic rock, plenty of exposure, tricky route finding, and a beautiful desert approach, Battleship Mountain has something for everyone looking for a solid outing in the Superstitions.
- https://www.summitpost.org/battleship-mountain/963552

We will meet at Boulder Canyon TH and hike 5 - 6 miles in on the Boulder Canyon Trail and set up camp near Second Water Spring or La Barge Creek (East side of Battleship Mountain). We'll get our day-hiking stuff and try to climb to the top of Battleship. This will require some scrambling towards the end. You can go as far as you feel comfortable.

Overview:
Distance: ~7 miles each day
AEG: ~2000 feet AEG.
Difficulty: Easy/Intermediate
Dogs: Yes
Kids: No
Campfire: Yes
Water: At camp Saturday night and probably along the way.

Details:
Saturday, Oct 25th: 9 am we'll meet at the Boulder Canyon Trailhead. (Feel free to connect in the comments and arrange carpools).
Sunday, Oct 26th: We'll hike out the same way we cam in and have team lunch at the Marina.

Disclaimer:
The planned hike is listed above, but the group's ability takes precedence. If I think someone may not make it for whatever reason (injury, out of shape, solar flares, etc...) I'll change the plan and do my best to tailor the trip to the groups wants and capabilities.
I will not leave you stranded in the middle of the trail as long as you follow directions.

Fee:
$2 for this trip. Money goes towards paying Meetup dues.
PayPal or Zelle: GOrlewicz@gmail.com
BE SURE TO INCLUDE A NOTE WITH YOUR MEETUP USER NAME AND TRIP NAME SO I KNOW EXACTLY WHO PAID.
You will be on the Waitlist until you pay.

Writeups/Maps/GPX:
https://hikearizona.com/decoder.php?ZTN=21043

Directions to the Trailhead:
From the junction of Idaho Road & SR-88 follow SR-88 14.4 miles east to just after mile marker 210. Turn left into the Canyon Lake Marina parking lot. The area closest to the SR-88 (furthest away from the Marina) is the actual trailhead parking. The area allowed is marked in front of each space.

Recommended Gear List:
- Water and some way to treat/filter creek water.
- First aid kit.
- Backpack... duh.
- Sleeping bag, Tent, hammock.
- Clothing: I recommend one set of hiking and one set of sleeping clothes.
- Small dish towel. This comes in very handy.
- Toiletries (toothbrush, paste, deo and quick dissolving toilet paper).
- Headlamp.
- Utensils for the food.
- Food: you must feed yourself.

Optional:
- Trekking poles.
- Stove. I have one that anyone can borrow if you want to cook something.
- I'm bringing a little fold out grill to cook on over the fire. You can bring another if you want.
- Tweezers (should be part of your first aid kit, but just in case it isn't).
- Entertainment... whatever floats your boat.
- Knives, bows and guns. If you do bring a gun, please keep it to yourself and out of sight. I say this just in case something goes missing.
- Camp shoes (flip flops or some other loose fitting light shoe). This will feel nice on your feet after an all day hike.
- Chair.