Superstition Wilderness Hike – Twilight Adventure

Superstition Wilderness Hike – Twilight Adventure

Quick Overview: This hike will finish a little after dark, with sunset around 5:45 PM (Not the completion time). Why after dark? Because I’ve always wanted to experience part of this hike under the stars!

IMPORTANT: Bring a flashlight or headlamp.

This is one of my favorite hikes in the Superstition Wilderness — a route full of canyons, towering bluffs, and wide-open desert scenery that changes constantly.

Time: About 3½ hours (flexible — most likely closer to 3 hours)

Distance: 5½ miles

Elevation Gain: 467 feet

Speed: Average: Not too fast not too slow.

Terrain: Typical of the Superstitions — occasionally rocky and uneven. Good balance and sturdy boots are essential.

Water: Bring at least one quart more than you think you’ll need. I am very serious about this as there have been too many cases of people running out of water and having to borrow others water.

Access and Carpooling: A section of First Water Road is currently damaged by rain and not suitable for low-clearance vehicles. We will meet near the start of First Water Road, then carpool about two miles to the trailhead using high-clearance vehicles.

If you have a high-clearance vehicle, please post how many people you can take.

Directions:
From Highway 88 (Apache Trail), drive about one mile past Lost Dutchman State Park and turn right onto First Water Road. Go roughly 100 yards until you see a small pull-off area on the left — I’ll be standing next to my grey Mazda.

Trail Description: The first half of our route follows an unnamed, narrow trail. The second half includes Hack Spring Trail and Second Water Trail.

This is cross posted with Arizona Amazing Adventures.

What to Bring:

• Snacks or a light lunch
• Light source
• Plenty of water
• Sturdy boots
• Hiking poles (recommended)

MUY IMPORTANTE:
The organizer of this trip is a volunteer, not a trained guide. You are responsible for your own safety and decisions. All “Hiking Hikers Hiking” organizers are volunteers and are not professional or certified guides.
By joining this event, you agree that you are solely responsible for your own safety and that of your guests. Participation implies acceptance of these terms.