Buckhorn Campground Nature Trail
Apache Junction, Arizona
| Address: | ~Nature Trail, Apache Junction, AZ 85120, USA |
| GPS: |
33°28'24.9"N 111°37'12.0"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Arizona |
| Trail Length: | 0.50 miles |
| Hike Difficulty: | Beginner |
| Trail Type: | Loop |
Pet Friendly
Camp and Hike
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Add ResourceBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Apache Junction, Arizona
- Head west on Apache Trail toward S Phelps Dr (0.4 mi)
- Turn right onto N Rennick Dr (0.5 mi)
- Turn left onto W Superstition Blvd (0.4 mi)
- Turn right onto N Ironwood Dr (1.0 mi)
- Turn left onto W Lost Dutchman Blvd (1.0 mi)
- Continue onto E Brown Rd (3.0 mi)
- Turn right onto N Ellsworth Rd (3.3 mi)
- Turn right onto E Usery Park RdPartial restricted usage road(0.4 mi)
- Turn right onto Buckhorn Camp Dr (0.5 mi)
- Turn right onto N McKeighn Dr (371 ft)
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