Named after the fabled lost gold mine, Lost Dutchman State Park is located in the Sonoran Desert, 40 miles east of Phoenix. Several trails lead from the park into the Superstition Wilderness and surrounding Tonto National Forest. Take a stroll along the Native Plant Trail or hike the challenging Siphon Draw Trail to the top of the Flatiron.
Depending on the year’s rainfall, you might be treated to a carpet of desert wildflowers in the spring. Enjoy a weekend of camping and experience native wildlife including mule deer, coyote, javelina and jackrabbit. A four mile mountain bike loop trail has opened at the park – this is a great way to enjoy the park's beauty!
Campground Map of the Buckhorn Family Campground at Usery Mountain Regional Park in Maricopa County in Arizona. Published by Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department.
Brochure and Map of Arizona State Parks and Trails. Published by Arizona State Parks & Trails.
Lost Dutchman SP
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Named after the fabled lost gold mine, Lost Dutchman State Park is located in the Sonoran Desert, 40 miles east of Phoenix. Several trails lead from the park into the Superstition Wilderness and surrounding Tonto National Forest. Take a stroll along the Native Plant Trail or hike the challenging Siphon Draw Trail to the top of the Flatiron.
Depending on the year’s rainfall, you might be treated to a carpet of desert wildflowers in the spring. Enjoy a weekend of camping and experience native wildlife including mule deer, coyote, javelina and jackrabbit. A four mile mountain bike loop trail has opened at the park – this is a great way to enjoy the park's beauty!
Nearby Parks
Hiking Trails
Park Rules
If you’re having a great time here, don’t forget
to visit this nearby state park!
McFarland State Historic Park (37 miles)
Named after Governor Ernest W. McFarland,
who signed the bill to form Arizona State Parks,
the building served as the county courthouse,
sheriff’s office, and jail until converting to a
county hospital. (520) 868-5216
Native Plant Trail: A 0.25-mile trail near the
Visitor Center that features desert plants along
an accessible paved trail.
Discovery Trail: This 0.7-mile trail connects
the campground and day-use areas. The trail
features information signs, a wildlife pond,
bird feeder, and viewing bench.
Treasure Loop Trail (#56): A 2.4-mile round
trip, this trail is rated moderate and has
elevation changes of 500 ft. It ends at either of
our beautiful picnic areas.
Prospector’s View Trail (#57): This 0.7-mile
trail is rated moderate. It connects Siphon Draw
Trail to Treasure Loop Trail and also connects to
Jacob’s Crosscut Trail.
Jacob’s Crosscut Trail (#58): At 0.8 miles,
this trail is rated easy, and runs along the base
of the Superstition Mountains. It connects
Treasure Loop Trail with Prospector’s View Trail
and continues 4.5 miles past the park area
along the mountain’s base.
Siphon Draw Trail (#53): The trail is 4 miles
round-trip and winds into a canyon known as
Siphon Draw with a 1,000-ft elevation gain to
the basin area.
• NOTE: Hikers can continue on the trail to
the Flatiron, but the trail is not maintained
past the basin. There are elevation gains of
over 2,000 feet. The trail is very steep and
difficult. Please allow 5-6 hours. Six miles
round-trip.
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LOST DUTCHMAN
Cabins
Camping cabins are available for reservation.
Each cabin has two covered porches to fully
enjoy the beautiful desert landscape. Cabins
are furnished with a queen-sized bed, two sets
of bunk beds, a table with chairs, electricity,
lights, heating and air conditioning, and a
locking door. Campers must supply their
own linens or sleeping bags. Restrooms and
showers are within walking distance. Cabins
sleep up to six people.
Reserve a camping cabin and start your park
adventure at azstateparks.com/cabins.
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Established 1957
Lost Dutchman State Park
Named after the fabled lost gold mine, Lost
Dutchman State Park is located in Apache
Junction in the Sonoran Desert, 40 miles east of
Phoenix. Several trails lead from the park into
the Superstition wilderness and surrounding
Tonto National Forest.
Take a stroll along the Native Plant Trail or
hike the challenging Siphon Draw Trail to the
top of the Flatiron. Depending on the year’s
rainfall, you might be treated to a carpet of
desert wildflowers in the spring. Stay in our
new comfortable camping cabins and enjoy a
weekend of camping!
Thank you for visiting!
6109 N Apache Trail, Apache Junction, AZ 85119
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Use caution when hiking.
Carry at least one gallon of water per peson
and wear appropriate footwear.
Day-use hikers park in the day-use lots only.
Cars parked on roads, campsites, by
shower buildings, or by cabins will be
towed.
For your safety, stay on designated trails
and out of old mine shafts.
If hiking alone, tell someone where you are
going.
No motorized vehicles on trails.
Report any problems to a park ranger.
For emergencies, call 911.
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Obey traffic signs. All tires must be
completely on the pavement.
Limit two vehicles per site or cabin at any
time, no exceptions.
Generator hours are 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. & 5
p.m. - 7 p.m.; includes idling vehicle.
Quiet hours are 9 p.m. - 8 a.m. No nuisance
noises at any time.
Damaging/removing plants, animals,
or archaeological, geologic, or historic
objects is a crime!
Leash (max 6ft.) and pick up after pets
(domestic dogs and cats only!). Don’t
leave pets unattended or take into park
buildings.
No wood gathering. Fire in rings or grills
only. Do not leave fires unattended.
Day Use hours/gates are open from 6 a.m.
- 8 p.m.
Park fees are per vehicle, unless in-tow.
Campers arriving before 7 a.m. (Arizona
time) must pay for the previous night.
Stay limit is 14 nights in any 30-day period.
Camp only in designated areas. Max 10
people per site. (No more than 6 adults.)
Leave something in your site to indicate
that it is occupied or site may be forfeited.
Check-in time is 2 p.m. for campsites, 3
p.m. for cabins.
Checkout time is noon (12 p.m.) for
campsites, 10 a.m. for cabins. Renew by 9
a.m.
Contain grey water, don’t litter, and keep
sites clean.
No washing/repairing RVs or vehicles.
Emergency repairs require staff preapproval and vendor Certificate of
Insurance.
Discharging fireworks/firearms in the park
is a crime! This includes BB and pellet guns,
bows, and slingshots.
Main park gate closed from 10 p.m. - 6 a.m.
Campers may exit, no re-entry until 6 a.m.
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