Lost Dutchman State Park
Lost Dutchman State Park is located in the Sonoran Desert, at the base of the Superstition Mountains, only 40 miles east of Phoenix. Several trails lead from the park into the Superstition Mountain Wilderness and surrounding Tonto National Forest. Enjoy camping, cabins, and experience native wildlife including birds, mule deer, coyote, javelina and jackrabbit. A Visitor Center and Store is open daily and will provide information on the best birding locations at the Park.
Site Information
Region: Phoenix and Central
County: Pinal
Directions: Park Entrance on east side of E. Apache Trail, Highway 88 North of Apache Junction.
Latitude: 33.462278
Longitude: -111.486031
Operational Hours: Other
Other Operational Hours: Open year round, trails open 6:00am-8:00pm. Visitor Center hours vary.
Admission or Fees: $10 per vehicle (1-4 adults), $3 individual/bicycle
Best time to visit: Fall, winter and spring months. Can be very warm during the summer.
Habitats: Desert
Know Before You Go
Safety First! Arizona has many beautiful places to explore and we’d like to help you make it a safe and enjoyable experience. Check out our recommendations for hiking precautions.
Species Highlights
Speciality: Abert’s Towhee, Bendire’s Thrasher, Canyon Wren, Gilded Flicker, Harris’s Hawk, Ladder-backed Woodpecker, Sage Thrasher
Charismatic: American Kestrel, Anna’s Hummingbird, Black-throated Sparrow, Brown-crested Flycatcher, Curve-billed Thrasher, Vermilion Flycatcher
Contact Information
Lost Dutchman State Park
Arizona State Parks
6109 N. Apache Trail
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
Phone: 480-982-4485
Website: https://azstateparks.com/lost-dutchman/
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L284044
