Hellgate Wilderness Trail
Total Miles
12.3
Elevation
896.72 ft
Duration
2.5 Hours
Technical Rating
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Trail Overview
Starting from the south near Lake Pleasant, the trail starts in a large wash. After the first two miles, the road takes a more technical turn as you begin to wind up through the high desert Bradshaw Mountains. The views on either side of the road are expansive and wide as you'll have a great view into the Hellgate Wilderness Area. This is a very busy road; watch for oncoming SxSs. There are many selectable spur trails on either side with challenging obstacles.
Photos of Hellgate Wilderness Trail
Difficulty
Once out of the wash, the hill climbs are steep and narrow with erosion in parts. Rocky sections are also very common and portions of the road are shelfed. This is a great trail for someone with less experience looking to challenge their skills.