Sunrise is a peaceful and reflective time, especially if you are out in nature. Sunrise at the Superstition Wilderness Park is something you don’t want to miss if you are in the Phoenix Area. Legend has it that there is a lost gold mine in the mountains and that’s how the area got it’s name! Start your hike early enough and you’ll be inspired by the beautiful, pastel colors painted across the sky at sunrise.

Sunrise at the Superstition Wilderness Park is beautiful.
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As the sun rises behind the mountains, pinks, blues and yellows will fill the sky.
The Superstition Mountains are an icon of the East Valley in the Phoenix Area.
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They are located near Apache Junction and Gold Canyon, Arizona.
There are lots of trails you can start trekking before sunrise to get the best view.
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These include Flatiron via Siphon Draw, Massacre Falls Trail, and Prospector's View Trail, to name a few.

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No matter what the season, this park is a great destination to get away from the city.
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You can check what time the sunrise will be, depending on the season, and then arrive before that time.
The beautiful red rocks of the Superstition Mountains are hard to beat.
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There are many views of the mountains that you can capture with your camera, depending on which trail you take.
This photo was taken at the trailhead of Flatiron via Siphon Draw.
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The hiker arrived right before sunrise to capture this shot.
This desert sunrise is a rewarding way to spend the morning.
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Stop along the trail to admire the saguaros and any local wildlife you may run into.

You can access the trails by parking at the entrance of Lost Dutchman State Park. You can also access more information about the Superstition Wilderness area at the Tonto National Forest website here.

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