Description: One of my favorite hikes in the Superstitions. I generally follow the loop by heading north to do the hike in a clockwise direction, this way we get the hard part out of the way, and also get some great views as elevation is gained, one of the best views on the hike. Another one of my favorite views it close to the Miners needle just before you drop down into the valley. Unfortunately, as is the case with most of the Superstitions these days parts of this trail have been burned, but generally it isn't too bad on this hike.
References and downloads
- Hike Arizona: Miners Needle Loop
- Google Maps Location: Peralta Trailhead
- Trail Map (PDF)
- Elevation Plot (JPG)
- Recommended Track (.gpx)
Details
| Trailhead | County | Area | Near City | Drive | Type | Length | Start Elevation | AEG | Sustained Grade | Rating | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peralta Trailhead | Pinal | Superstition Wilderness | Phoenix Metro | Dirt | Loop | 9.4 | 2,420′ | 1,700′ | 16.0% 0.6 mile | 8/10 | 7/10 |
Hiking Log
| Date | Length | Rating | GPS Download | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-10-18 | 9.4 mile | 8/10 | See Recommended Track | Desert is still pretty dry, waiting for winter storms to green things up. |
| 2023-11-17 | 9.4 mile | 8/10 | See Recommended Track | |
| 2023-01-23 | 9.4 mile | 8/10 | See Recommended Track |
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