Superstition Mountain
| Superstition Mountain | |
|---|---|
 Superstition Mountain as seen from the west over Apache Junction in 2002 | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 5,059 ft (1,542 m) NAVD 88[1] |
| Prominence | 1,817 ft (554 m)[2] |
| Coordinates | 33°24′40″N 111°24′03″W / 33.411016967°N 111.400765347°W[1] |
| Naming | |
| Native name | |
| Geography | |
  Superstition Mountain | |
| Location | Pinal County, Arizona, U.S. |
| Parent range | Superstition Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS Goldfield |
Superstition Mountain (Yavapai: Wi:kchsawa, O'odham: Gakoḍk) is located immediately east of the Phoenix metropolitan area in Arizona. It anchors the west end of the federally designated Superstition Wilderness Area. Although its precise origin is debated by geologists, many believe that the mountain was formed from volcanic activity approximately 25 million years ago. The ash and basalt composed mountain was eroded by the elements to give it the unique form it has today,[3] creating the prominent landmark and popular recreation destination in the region.
The mountain, located near Apache Junction and Gold Canyon, Arizona, is easily accessible from U.S. Route 60 and 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.[4] The Peralta Trail, on the southern side of the mountain, traverses Fremont Saddle and descends into the wilderness to the east of the mountain.
Notable Residents
References
- ^ a b "Superstition". NGS Data Sheet. National Geodetic Survey, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, United States Department of Commerce. Retrieved 2011-06-08.
- ^ "Superstition Benchmark, Arizona". Peakbagger.com. Retrieved 2011-06-08.
- ^ Kollenborn, Thomas J. (January 20, 2008). "Geology of the Superstition Wilderness Area". Kollenborn Chronicles. Retrieved February 27, 2010.
- ^ "Lost Dutchman State Park". Arizona State Parks. Retrieved 2011-06-07.
External links
- "Superstition Mountain History". Retrieved 2012-04-01.
- "Superstition Mountain". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior. Retrieved 2011-06-07.
- "Superstition Mountain Hikes". Retrieved 2011-06-07.
- "History of the Superstitions". Apache Junction Public Library. Retrieved 2011-06-07.
- "Superstition Mountain Museum". Retrieved 2011-06-07.
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