AZ State Parks•Apache Junction, AZ•12.5h from Austin

Lost Dutchman State Park

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Accessibility baseline: Sites on this platform are reviewed for access with a standard 2WD pickup truck towing a 21-foot travel trailer unless otherwise noted below.

Fee

$25–35/nt (no hookup) · $40–50/nt (W/E)

Hookups

Water + Electric

Trailer

Accessible (2WD pickup + trailer)

Cell Signal

Good

Water

On-site

Toilets

Yes

Best Season

Oct–Apr

Reservations

azstateparks.com

Highlights

▶ Superstition Mountains loom directly above camp — sunrise on the north face visible from every site
▶ Siphon Draw Trail (3.8 mi, 2,200 ft gain) to the Flat Iron launches from camp — top Phoenix-area day hike
▶ 68 of 135 sites have W/E hookups; hot showers and flush toilets throughout

Planning Notes

Arizona's highest-demand state park — book up to 365 days in advance. Sites 105–134 (back loop) offer most shade. Closed to comfortable camping May–Sep due to 110°F+ Phoenix heat. From Austin: ~12.5 hrs via I-10 W to US-60 W.

Contact: (480) 982-4485

Always call ahead to confirm conditions, closures, and road accessibility.