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      Apache Junction trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails and shared thousands of photos in this region. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, Horseback, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Adaptive Biking, Dirtbiking and ATVing/Offroading. Popular destinations include Goldfield Mountains, Superstition Wilderness and Usery Mountains.
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      Region Status
      Open as of Sep 4, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Hike Stats

      Global Ranking
      #157
      State Ranking
      #87
      Trails (view details)
      350
      Trails Mountain Bike
      279
      Trails E-Bike
      104
      Trails Gravel Bike
      91
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      10
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      33
      Trails Horse
      169
      Trails Hike
      350
      Trails Trail Running
      349
      Trails Dirtbike/Moto
      10
      Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
      10
      Total Distance
      501 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      199 miles
      Total Descent
      58,291 ft
      Total Vertical
      4,377 ft
      Reports
      3,848
      Photos
      356
      Completed Counter
      8,255
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      Popular Apache Junction Hiking Trails

      100 5.0 2 miles 2,458 ft 688 hike
      Not for the faint of heart, is a popular destination in the Superstition Mountain Range for hiking and nature walks. The change of elevation over such a short period of time can be extremely demanding. You enter the Superstition gulch...
      100 2.0 2,530 ft 9 ft 536
      Popular green difficulty dirt/gravel road. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a easy overall physical rating with a 9 ft green climb. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
      100 4.5 1 mile 781 ft 433 hike
      Blue difficulty family friendly singletrack. This hike primary trail. On average it takes 27 minutes to complete this trail.
      100 5.0 2 miles 1,331 ft 431 hike
      Blue difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 2 hours8 minutes to complete this trail.
      100 0.0 2,398 ft 0 ft 422
      Popular green difficulty dirt/gravel road. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary and has a easy overall physical rating with a 0 ft green climb. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
      100 0.0 1 mile 536 ft 381
      Popular easy hike in which leads to a with pools that flow most of the year. This place was once inhabited by the Hohokam Indians 1,500 years ago, their stories lay all over the rocks by the pools as there are plenty of petroglyphs to...
      100 5.0 2 miles 892 ft 314 hike
      Black diamond difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 1 hour15 minutes to complete this trail.
      100 3.5 3 miles 347 ft 218 hike
      Requires Tonto Recreational Pass to park. Mountain biking is prohibited on this trail.

      Recent Hike Log Activity in Region

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      Apache Junction Routes

      4.0 9 miles 900 ft 6 Loop
      This is a moderately difficult route due to a few short sections of rubble & hike-a-bike. These are...
      2.0 9 miles 349 ft 13 Loop
      Mountain biking loop that starts with a climb.
      64 miles 2,681 ft 34 Point to Point
      Bypass around the Superstition and Four Peaks Wilderness area routed through the popular Gold Canyon...
      30 miles 5,694 ft 4 Point to Point
      Bike Passage route around the Superstition and Four Peaks Wilderness area. This section goes by Saguaro...
      5.0 5 miles 2,717 ft 2 Out & Back
      2 miles 146 ft 2 Loop

      Photos of Apache Junction

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      Videos of Apache Junction

      Hiking the Flat Iron Trail and Getting Caught...
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      21:52 | 597 | Apr 27, 2021 , Apache Junction
      SR 10 Mile 2.2 to Bush Hwy T/H
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      10:25 | 31 | Mar 11, 2024
      SR 10 Mile 3.6 to SR 3554
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      8:11 | 25 | Mar 11, 2024
      SR 10 Mile 4.6 to 3.6
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      6:40 | 14 | Mar 11, 2024
      SR10 from Mile 5.5 to 3.6
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      7:22 | 17 | Mar 11, 2024
      SR 10 Deer Tank to Mile 5.5
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      7:06 | 4 | Mar 11, 2024
      SR 10 Tower Rd to Deer Tank
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      7:03 | 15 | Mar 11, 2024
      Talon North
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      4:55 | 73 | Jun 2, 2023

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      Recent Comments

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      schillingsworthreportAZT/BP - Around the MineSettle down. It's an automatic tag since the...
      May 5, 2026 @ 6:51am
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      JetinJeff29rtrailAZT/BP - Around the MineThis trail is no where near Usery Pass Road. ...
      Feb 28, 2026 @ 7:33pm
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      ChollamagnettrailAZT/BP - Around the MineRoute finding on near the Usery Pass Road...
      Feb 5, 2026 @ 8:35am
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      ChollamagnettrailAZT/BP - Jacob's Crosscut Trailwhen I say "mostly" I should have said "all"
      Feb 5, 2026 @ 8:29am
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      ChollamagnettrailAZT/BP - Jacob's Crosscut TrailALL rideable non-round babyhead chunk. I say...
      Feb 5, 2026 @ 8:28am
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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike279291 miles23,589 ft115 miles4,377 ft
      #342#1279443,8413740,208
      E-Bike104133 miles8,150 ft52 miles4,377 ft
      #1,085#81643,59512,030
      Gravel Bike91169 miles15,591 ft67 miles4,377 ft
      #237#7814591172
      Adaptive Bike106 miles719 ft4 miles764 ft
      #4,248#1,0271671
      Winter Fat Bike3331 miles1,407 ft11 miles1,001 ft
      #1,517#23512
      Horse169264 miles26,175 ft103 miles4,367 ft
      #22#24043685774
      Hike350501 miles58,291 ft199 miles4,377 ft
      #157#873563,848259,923
      Trail Running349498 miles58,130 ft198 miles4,377 ft
      #171#753,847144,260
      Dirtbike/Moto1048 miles2,579 ft16 miles4,337 ft
      #685#24230250
      ATV/ORV/OHV1048 miles2,579 ft16 miles4,337 ft
      #414#137301134

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the best places to hike in Apache Junction?
      Apache Junction has 8 areas to explore for hiking. The top rated areas are:
      What are the highest rated hiking trails in Apache Junction?
      The highest rated hiking trails in Apache Junction are: View all hiking trails sorted by rating.
      What is the best time of the year to hike in Apache Junction?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to hike in Apache Junction are:
      • January (318 activities)
      • March (281 activities)
      • December (248 activities)
      Check the Apache Junction reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      Where can I park to hike in Apache Junction?
      There are 39 parking locations listed in Apache Junction. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
      What is the longest trail in Apache Junction?
      The longest trail in Apache Junction is AZT - Superstition Wilderness at 18.2 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Apache Junction?
      What are the best & highest rated dirtbiking trails in Apache Junction?
      The best dirtbiking trails in Apache Junction are: View all dirtbiking trails sorted by popularity score.
      How many trails are in Apache Junction?
      Apache Junction has a total of 351 trails. Of those, 350 are designated for hiking. Browse top hiking trails in Apache Junction to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Apache Junction?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Apache Junction is AZT - Superstition Wilderness with 3,284 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Apache Junction?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Apache Junction is AZT - Superstition Wilderness with 3,659 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Apache Junction?
      Apache Junction supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading.
      What are the steepest hiking trails in Apache Junction?
      The steepest hiking trail in Apache Junction is Weaver's Needle Access with an average grade of 28.4%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Apache Junction?
      Yes, there are 4 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Apache Junction. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      Are the trails open in Apache Junction?
      The overall region status for Apache Junction is Clear / Green. Out of 248 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 212
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 27
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 9
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      What are the trail conditions in Apache Junction?
      Based on trail reports from the past week in Apache Junction:
      • Ideal: 9 trails
      Check the Apache Junction trail status page for the most current conditions and recent trail reports.
      What are the most popular hiking routes in Apache Junction?
      What is the highest summit in Apache Junction?
      The highest summit in Apache Junction is Mound Mountain at 6,247 ft elevation.
      What are the top sights to see in Apache Junction?
      There are 7 notable sights in Apache Junction. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Apache Junction.
      Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Apache Junction?
      Yes, there are 10 accessible/adaptive trails in Apache Junction. View all adaptive trails in Apache Junction for specific accessibility information.
      Are there local clubs or events in Apache Junction?
      There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Apache Junction directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      What are the most popular hiking trails in Apache Junction?
      What are the best beginner hike trails in Apache Junction?
      The best beginner hiking trails in Apache Junction are: View all beginner hiking trails in Apache Junction.
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