Superstition Mountain

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Superstition Mountain is located immediately east of the Phoenix metropolitan area in Arizona. It anchors the west end of the Superstition Wilderness. The mountain, a single massive volcanic plug, is a prominent landmark in the eastern Valley of the Sun and is a popular recreation destination in the region.

The mountain is located near Apache Junction, Arizona, easily accessible from U.S. Route 60 and Arizona State Route 88. It is a popular three season (fall, winter, spring) hiking area. Afternoon temperatures from June to September are usually in the range of 100 to 115°F near the mountain. Day hikers often frequent the mountain during cooler months. The Lost Dutchman State Park is located on the western side of the mountain and includes hiking trails to notable formations such as the Praying Hands and the Flatiron. [1] The Peralta Trail, on the southern side of the mountain, traverses Fremont Saddle and descends into the wilderness to the east of the mountain.

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• Hike Arizona
• The Apache Trail
• Superstition Mountain Hikes
• Todds Desert Hiking guide
• History of the Superstitions
• Superstition Mountain Museum