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    Silly Mountain Trail

    Amazing trails, challenging, be prepared with one to two bottles of water, especially in the summer months. Great place to exercise running or walking the trails. Great views of Superstition Mountain and Westview of Phoenix. It's a world to its own! Small treasure

    Vladmir T.

    Nice Little Spot For Quick Hikes This is an easy spot off the US 60 for some short hikes around some little hills on the outskirts of Apache Junction on the way to Gold Canyon. There are a few loops you can do here depending on how far you want to hike. Hikes start around 1 mile and can go up to 6 miles or so.

    Krissy L.

    I love this hike. There is a really beautiful botanical garden there.... shaped like an 8 if you aren't up for the other hikes. Show up early before the heat and before everyone gets there! It can be busy.

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    Marci J.

    We are new to Arizona! I'm not a hiker actually I need to start though. Silly mountain is easy walk up perfect for chasing sunsets! Breathtaking.

    Jim W.

    C'mon, how can you not? I have been to the top of Silly Mountain. How can you not stop here and take the hike to the top? It's not a terribly strenuous hike, the scenery is nice, especially to the east. The desert is in bloom right now (see pics) and it's...Silly Mountain. Head toward Apache Junction out the Superstition Freeway. Parking area is right by the junction of Silly Mountain and Superstition. Later you can dine in Absurd Valley just off the Conjecture Boulevard. Actually, Absurd Valley is in SoCal, so you may have to settle for Whimsical Wash. I'm sure The Big Rock Candy Mountain is around here somewhere...

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    Robert A.

    Challenging mountain hikes over hard pack and rocky terrain. Watch out for rocks slipping g out from your feet if you don't step firmly. Nice Valley views both north and south from the trails.

    Christina O.

    We stayed at the KOA in Apache Junction and this was our daily go to hike spot with the dogs. Several hikes to choose from ranging from easy to a bit challenging. Sunrise is a great time to hike all the way up. Parking lot was busy at peak times but when we were on the trail we barely saw anyone. There is a trail that meanders through a lovely little desert botanical garden. Highly recommend. Great views.

    Such a fun little mountain to hike, conveniently located right on rte 60!! Great for kids, dogs and watching sunsets I was told by a fellow hiker there is a rattlesnake living in one of the bushes for 2 years now, so just keep an eye out!! I have never seen it and keep my dogs leashed. Bonus is the beautiful botanical garden Happy hiking!!

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    Lindsey G.

    Great place to hike. My kids loved it. Really pretty and green right now! The traffic coming in was bad because of the festival going on but besides that, great day hike.

    Tiffany B.

    So far this is my favorite hiking location. Close to the freeway, free parking, minimal traffic on trails. There are a variety of trails to choose from, each hike seems a bit different.

    Jess V.

    Great place for a quick hike. Awesome view at the top. Well maintained trails and free admission. This place gets busy morning and evenings. I would recommend this trail it was well worth the drive from superior. Even my dog made it to the top.

    Princess Amy S.

    Great place to hike ...easy access and parking. Lots of people out and about. Several trails ...all different levels. Can't wait to go again!

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    Enjoyable, beautiful views, well maintained park. Went when weather was not cooperating, however we still enjoyed.

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    I don't do a good job keeping track of all the hikes I complete (unlike other friends I know who…read moredocument everything), so for the beginning of 2026, I'm going to try to do a better job of documentation. I love the Lost Dutchman and have been here several times and it never gets old and each time I come, I am still so awestruck by the beauty of this mountain. Years ago, I completed Flatiron with my then partner and didnt know that it was rated a very difficult hike. I enjoyed it, got a really nice work out and liked the scramble up to the top! I just remember it was quite windy at the top but spectacular views. Dogs are allowed on Flatiron, but don't do that to your pup, its a pretty gnarly hike, let your puppy rest honestly as I saw so many doggies struggling. Tonight, I came just for a leisurely stroll right before sunset and also hoping to catch the first almost full moon of 2026. I love nature and being outdoors and my favorite way to spend time. Park entrance was packed tonight and the fee was $10. There is a small visitor center with souvenirs, guides, some snacks, bathrooms and last minute hiking needs. I think you can also camp here, check on their website. I parked in the Cholla day use lot and did part of the Treasure Loop and hiked for about 3 miles slowly, and spent about 2+ hours in the park. My goal tonight wasn't really to hike strenously but more to get a glimpse of the sunset and the beautiful 2026 Wolf Moon. All my goals were accomplished. Park is well maintained. I used the bathroom and it was very clean and a nice park bathroom. Plenty of covered picnic tables too. Park closed at 8pm tonight (winter). There are all different level trails here and the rangers here are super nice and helpful. Ask them any questions and they are happy to help. There are also many kinds of free maps available in the visitor center. I had a MTB map, a hiking trail map, a birding map, a native plant map! I am all mapped up! If you come and do a hike, wear sturdy hiking shoes, wear sunscreen, head covering, bug spray (there were quite a lot of mosquitoes when I hiked tonight which annoyed the heck out of me as I left my bug spray at home), lots of water, some snacks, and also headlamps (I hiked back down after sunset and the headlamp helped a lot). One of the best AZ state parks, the views are amazing (so many couples here getting their photos professionally taken), definitely check it out.

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    I've been on all of the trails and have competed in races on several. Prices have gone up for park…read moreentry and passes for the first time in quite a while -- it's $10 per vehicle for entry, which I think is still a bargain for a weekend activity with the family. They keep improving the park and it's always clean when I go -- which is quite frequently (at least once a week, but usually more in the spring and summer). The facilities have changed for the better over the years and there is actually more parking within the park itself than you might guess. The volunteers are friendly and do a wonderful job welcoming people, collecting fees and offering advice. Recently, there has been work on the Pass Mountain trail that reroutes it a bit and makes it more easily passable. Wind Cave is still really popular with families, but I have noticed Talon getting a lot of traffic, especially from mountain bikers. The loop around Pass Mountain is great for a longer challenge. Be sure to subscribe to the Maricopa County Parks newsletter to be notified of activities that take place at the park.

    We are so lucky. This park is right down the street from us - easy access for walks or hikes…read moreyear-round. My husband buys the Day Use annual pass for $85. It's good for a car entering or him entering without the car. ($20 extra to add an additional person, but I'm covered if I'm in the car with him.) Such a great variety of trails and elevations here. There is truly something for every type of enthusiast. I walk a lot on Blevins which is about a 3.3 mile loop. My husband does trail running. I always see lots of mountain bikers out enjoying the trails. There are also trails like Wind Cave: it's about 3.2 miles up with around 1000 ft elevation gain. At the top you get a great view of Phoenix and Ft. Hills. If the timing is right you can even see the famous Ft. Hills fountain going off in the distance. In the spring if it's a good wildflower year you might see some good wildflowers on the Pass Mt. trail. It's really just a beautiful park to come visit and enjoy the beauty of Arizona. I've seen a gila monster, rattlesnakes, lizards, jackrabbits, coyotes, tarantulas, deer and scorpions so stay alert but enjoy!

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