Prospector’s View Trail
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Prospector’s View Trail is a simple, easy hike in Lost Dutchman’s State Park that is rated as easy. This hike takes place over terrain mild enough for all skill levels and the views are all classic Arizona desert scenery. There are lots of additional trails nearby you can use to extend your adventure if you’d like. You can also check out the mining past of the area in Goldfield after your hike. Expect light traffic on this hike.
Route Description for Prospector’s View Trail
Prospector’s View Trail leads you around Lost Dutchman State Park, an area with interesting mining history and lots of enjoyable trails that show off the unique landscape of the Arizona desert. This hike is fairly easy, but make sure you bring plenty of water regardless. It can get hot out here!
There is a complex network of trails in this area, so we recommend downloading a GPS route if you’re not familiar with the routes here. The upside of all these routes is that it’s easy to lengthen or shorten your hike if you want to.
From the trailhead, take Crosscut Trail, staying straight through the first two junctions and then right, left, and right in quick succession. Go straight through the next junction before the trail splits. You can walk the loop either way as the view is the same regardless. Once you’re done the loop, head back to the trailhead the same way you came out.
Getting to the Prospector’s View Trail Trailhead
The trailhead for the Prospector’s View Trail is off SR 88.
Route Information
Backcountry Campground:
No
When to do:
October-May
Pets allowed:
Yes - On Leash
Family friendly:
Yes
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
Low
Route Type:
Loop
Prospector’s View Trail Elevation Graph
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