Arizona: Superstition Mountains Hiking Trip
"Three, four peaks all I could see. In the morning it's a hundred degrees, but I like the goddamn heat." - Gin BlossomsThe Superstition Mountains in Arizona got their name for a reason: legend, lore... and a lost gold mine! You may not stumble upon the hidden riches, but we'll show you other Sonoran Desert treasures like petroglyphs, ancient ruins, wildflowers and the beauty of Mother Nature. Hiking in the Superstition Mountains is a great weay to see another side of Arizona, explore the vast acreage of wilderness just outside the hustle and bustle of the Phoenix area.
We like to go hiking and backpacking to Reavis Ranch and Roger's Canyon. Just east of the Phoenix area. Reavis Ranch is a secluded valley in the center of the eastern Superstitions. There's an old abandoned apple orchard that still bears fruit. The Reavis Ranch Superstition Mountain trails follow the path of an old road that was used to access the ranch in the mid 20th century, but certain parts look much more like a rocky trail than a road. Most of the backpacking trip has desert terrain, but you'll also hike through areas shaded by Cottonwood and Sycamore trees.
We can also take you on a 4-wheel drive to Roger's Canyon, which is known for its unique cliff dwellings. These remarkable ruins were once home to a community of ancient Native Americans and look great for their age!
But this is just a couple of the dozens of Superstition Mountain hikes we can arrange for you and your party of adventurers.
Number of days: 2 - 4
Mileage: 19.1 miles / 30.7 km
Elevation Gain/Loss: 3100 ft / 944.8 m
