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Apache Trail

Moderate
Apache Junction, AZ

Trail

Length
40 miles
Elevation
1,700 - 4,000 ft
Best Season
October - April
GPS
33.4912, -111.2534

Campground

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Packing Checklist(tuned for moderate terrain)

  • Full tank of fuel and a backup fuel can
  • Drinking water: 1 gallon per person per day
  • Two days of food (even for a day trip)
  • Paper map and offline GPS (Gaia, OnX, or Garmin)
  • First aid kit
  • Tire pressure gauge and 12V air compressor
  • Basic tool kit
  • Headlamp with spare batteries
  • Layered clothing for the forecasted low
  • Fully charged phone and a backup battery
  • Recovery boards (MaxTrax style)
  • Tow strap rated for your GVWR (kinetic preferred)
  • D-ring shackles or soft shackles
  • Spare tire checked to spec
  • Trash bag (pack it out)