“100 Classic Hikes in Arizona – Second Edition” by Scott S. Warren
Published by The Mountaineers Books
Distance: 4.5 miles one way
Difficulty: Moderate
Hiking Time: 3 hours
Elevation: 2,400 to 3,766 feet
Few, if any, mountain ranges of the American West have stirred the imagination like the Superstitions. Rising east of Apache Junction in a great jumble of volcanic rock, These mountains have earned what geologists say what is an erroneous reputation as an area rich in gold. At the center of this mistaken identity is the legend of the lost Dutchman’s Mine. And the Peralta mine evokes that legend in no uncertain terms. Although it is one of the more heavily used trails in the state, the Peralta Trail offeres an introduction to the 159,700-acre Superstition wilderness that hikers will not want to miss.
Oct 31, 2003
This was a very pleasant hike with some very interesting views. The falls were a major disappointment. I liked Tucson very much as it seems to have a very home town feel. A Great place to winter, I figure.
Here are the pics (Click on the picture to see full size):
These are low res pictures. I can send you higher quality pictures if you want them
