America was fascinated with anything and everything about the american west, and along came bicknell writing the dutchmans story. Barry storms first book, trail of dutchman, was published by barry goldwater and most of the photography was done by him. Trail of the lost dutchman is barry storms first book. Trail of the lost dutchman covered the history of the peralta family and their gold discovery in the mountains near phoenix. Mysteries of the superstition mountains, is it all about. Lost dutchman state park is located in the sonoran desert near the superstition mountains in central arizona. After this is the last small climb up to parker pass, the trail gains about 400 feet in a mile. It also presented the story of jacob waltz, a german who migrated to the area, prospected, and found a rich gold deposit. Softcover, 157 pages, with numerous photographs, maps, and an extensive bibliography. Aylors caballo camp is the intersection of three trails with the dutchman trail. Flatiron hike arizona via siphon draw trail, superstition mountains, lost dutchman state park duration. And yes, before you ask, what i am saying and have been saying. Written to be the last word on the famous lost mine of arizona s superstition mountains this book covers the history of indian, spanish, mexican and american occupation in this rugged mountain range and the search for the fantastically rich lost dutchman mine.
The lost dutchmans gold mine also known by similar names is, according to legend, a rich gold mine hidden in the southwestern united states. Barry storm trail of the lost dutchman first edition. This event is held annually over presidents day weekend near the rumored site of the legendary lost dutchman mine. We took the treasure loop trail to prospectors view trail to jacobs crosscut trail and back to the parking lot. The park is a popular destination for wildlife, wildflower and desert plant enthusiasts. Some of the hikes are not recommended in summer due to the heat.
It is generally featured as an element of the legend of the lost dutchman s gold mine. Storm struggled desperately to link the dutchmans lost mine to spanish lost gold in the southwest. At an elevation of 2,060 feet, the park stretches over 320 acres, featuring different desert vegetation at each altitude ranging from cacti to huge rolling bare cliffs at higher altitudes. Jacob waltz lost dutchman exhibit superstition mountain. Ron feldman author, dutchman hunter and historian sits down with charlie to talk about the books written about the dutchman mine and what clues actually lead to the lost dutchman mine.
Storm suggested in his book, waltzs mine was one of the eight lost peralta mines. The course is all on pavement, with broad freshly graded shoulders much of the way if you prefer to run on dirt. It is generally featured as an element of the legend of the lost dutchmans gold mine there are many variations to the story, but it generally includes these details. Denver post reported that his remains were found wedged in an inaccessible crevice. Blank pages for notes on my trek to superstition 8 at end. Is a 501c3 dedicated to providing a high quality event for runners and returning the proceeds to the.
Ron feldman, out of all the lost dutchman books, what. This is a popular loop hike combines the five most prominent hiking segments into a single excursion. The trail to the lost mine site has been discovered and the encryption used by the creators of the peralta stone maps is laid bare for all to see. However, if youve got adventurous kids, try the treasure loop trail. The pointtopoint lost dutchman marathon course runs from gold canyon to apache junction. In 1937, a man named jenkins, along with his wife and two children were having a picnic on the mountain. Trail markers and trail signs are abundant in the superstition mountains of arizona. Jesse james feldman has uncovered compelling new evidence of a chain of events that link preanglo mining in arizonas famed superstition mountains with jacob waltz and the peralta miners. Barry storm trail of the lost dutchman first edition 1939. Lost dutchman state park is a singletrack mountain bike trail in apache junction, arizona. We have a designated lane for runners going toward the turnaround and a return lane when you are headed for the finish line to avoid conflict with oncoming runners and walkers.
There have been many stories about how to find the mine, and each year people search for the mine. Please keep in mind going forward that the clues will not always be specific to the lost dutchman goldmine. Lost dutchman marathon race info apache junction, az. The half marathon begins and ends in prospector park, and is an outandback over the last 6. Dec 06, 2011 flatiron hike arizona via siphon draw trail, superstition mountains, lost dutchman state park duration. The 10k begins and ends in prospector park, and is an outandback over the last 3. Unfolded here is the original story of waltz and the lost dutchman mine. Many of the photographs were taken by storms friend, future arizona senator barry goldwater, who also published this book. The lost dutchman mine, arizona page 2 legends of america. Dance the night away at the weekly jam session at the clubhouse, develop your hobbies in the woodworking shop or the arts and crafts area.
Lost dutchman trail superstition mountains youtube. Next to his decomposing body was a small sack of gold ore. Many of the photos published in his first book were taken by barry goldwater. For the 2020 race, the half marathon is limited to 1,100 entrants, the full marathon to 400 entrants, the 10k to 800 entrants, and the 8k to 800 entrants. Lost dutchman half marathon from the starting line at prospector park near downtown apache junction, the outandback course for arizonas lost dutchman half marathon takes runners eastward in the direction of the superstition mountains, which tower over the eastern side of the city. Protrails treasure trail loop, lost dutchman state park.
Photo permits are required to take photos at the park. Lost dutchman state park treasure loop trail cave creek. Several trails lead from the park into the superstition mountain wilderness and surrounding tonto national forest. Trail features information signs, a wildlife pond, bird feeder and viewing bench. Published six years before the more famous thunder gods gold, both remain important milestones in the genres history. Some believe that he fell to his death, but once again, that is not conclusive. Discovering the lost dutchman mine is the turning point in history where legend and lore become historic fact. Runners can depend on a beautiful location, excellent weather, great volunteers, and fast times.
I didnt time it exactly but i think it was about 3 miles. Start early, dress appropriately, do some research, bring plenty of water and energy bars as this hike is not for the faint of heart or a beginner. The park provides access to some of the most scenic portions of the superstition mountains, with facilities to support the areas varied recreational activities. During the 1840s, the peralta family of northern mexico supposedly developed rich gold mines in the superstition mountains. Although the marathon course is net downhill, there are some long uphill sections. The lost dutchman state park trail system offers many choices to the hiker. Named after the fabled lost gold mine, lost dutchman state park is located in the sonoran desert, at the base of the superstition mountains, only 40 miles east of phoenix. Things to do near lost dutchman state park on tripadvisor. The park offers camping and access to numerous trails leading into tonto national forest and the superstition mountain wilderness. Sunday morning we went for a hike at the superstition spring mountains.
The peralta massacre was the alleged killing of a mexican family by apaches in about 1848. Best trails near apache junction, arizona alltrails. An authentic history of the fabulous lost dutchman and of other originally spanish mines in the superstition mountains of arizona, including the maps. Lost dutchman state park mountain bike trail in apache. Barry storm author and the legend of the lost dutchman. During the 1840s, the peralta family of northern mexico supposedly developed rich gold. Highly variable weather yearround is the norm in the apache junction area, which lies just to. Dec 26, 2017 ron feldman author, dutchman hunter and historian sits down with charlie to talk about the books written about the dutchman mine and what clues actually lead to the lost dutchman mine.
Lost dutchman 10936 e apache trail apache junction, az. A superstition mountains jeep tour is like a real life indiana jones ride at disneyland. If youre looking for the best trails around lost dutchman state park or phoenix mountain preserve, weve got. Written to be the last word on the famous lost mine of arizona. Millerranch trail lost dutchman missouri foxtrotter. I will discuss onate and other early spanish explorers in our book. Ron feldman, out of all the lost dutchman books, what clues. Millerranch trail lost dutchman the lost dutchman is a oneweek trail ride into the legendary superstition mountains of central arizona, which is a protected wilderness in the tonto national forest. Understanding shareduse trail etiquette can make hiking, biking, and riding trails more enjoyable for everyone. Arizona superstition mountain guided jeep tours lost dutchman. Best trails in lost dutchman state park arizona alltrails.
The course drops from approximately 2,350 feet to just below 1,800 feet at mile 8. Next years running events will be held on sunday, february 16, 2020. You should book your campsite in advance, and also get a photo permit. Boulder canyon trail 103 and the black mesa trail 241 also intersect here. The holmes manuscript is the only surviving account of any of the pioneering families originally involved with jacob waltz and his gold. Jacobs trailthe legend of jacob waltzs lost dutchman gold mine hardcover january 1, 2009 by jesse james feldman author. The lost dutchman marathon and its associated races are a favorite of serious marathoners and casual runners alike. In addition to the signature lost dutchman marathon, the lost dutchman offers a half marathon, 10k, 8k trail run and a 2 mile fun run or walk. The siphon draw trail beings in lost dutchman state park near apache junction a quick 45 minute drive from mesaphoenix.
There are many variations to the story, but it generally includes these details. The 10 best things to do near lost dutchman state park. Download printable park map park map shows you an overview of campsites, major trails and more. It accesses a network of trails that lead through a maze of canyons, washes, mesas and buttes in the backcountry. Amidst the serenity of the sonoran desert in central arizona lies lost dutchman state park, which is a gem for rvers with beautiful superstition mountains views as the backdrop. Superstition mountains in lost dutchman state park outside of phoenix, arizona. Bark, which narrate the search, over a period of several decades, for a fabulous lost gold mine in the superstition mountains in central arizona. Trail of the lost dutchman paperback 1939 by barry storm author see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Looking for a great trail near apache junction, arizona. My fathers search for the lost dutchman mine in arizona, is based on the book, the lost dutchman mine, by sims ely, and an unpublished manuscript by james e. As a secondgeneration dutch hunter, with twenty years on the trail of the dutchmans lost mine, as his background, jesse has drawn upon countless historical records, technical reports, interviews, and an unpublished handwritten manuscript the cox notes to develop a new and, perhaps, controversial explanation for this legend. This is where the bull pass trail again connects to the dutchman trail. Learn about the lost dutchman gold mine in arizona while traveling through the area where the gold rush took place in the 1800s. If youre great at hiking, try the siphon draw trail and climb the flatiron.
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