Maricopa County Fair
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Food, fun, and frivolity (all at an incredibly affordable price) await all who attend the Maricopa County Fair, right in the heart of Phoenix! This year's fair will be packed with fabulous FREE family entertainment, including magic, juggling, a man climbing inside a balloon, live music, livestock shows, and motocross daredevils! There will also be carnival rides for all levels of thrill seekers, from the mild to the extreme, as well as scrumptious fair food and great shopping opportunities, too! For less than the price of a movie, you and your family can enjoy hours of fun! Various discounts are available on the already affordable ticket prices. See our website for more details. We'll see you there!
Weds/Thurs, 10AM to 10PM
Friday/Saturday, 10AM to 12AM
Sunday, 10AM to 10PM
Maricopa County Fair
Phone : 602 252 0717 (Always call and confirm events.)
Web: www.maricopacountyfair.org
County Fairs
Lost Dutchman State Park Hiking Trails
Please use caution when hiking at the park. Those planning to use the longer trails should carry a topographic map. Each person should carry at least one gallon of drinking water per day. Remember summer temperatures often exceed 100°F.
The park is located 5 mi. north of Apache Junction, off of AZ 88 (the old Apache Trail), at the base of the Superstition Mountains.
Treasure Loop Trail: Length 2.4 miles round trip, rated moderate, elevation change of 500 feet. It terminates at either picnic area.
Prospector's View Trail: Length 0.7 miles, rated moderate. It connects Siphon Draw Trail with Treasure Loop Trail also connects with Jacob's Crosscut Trail.
Jacob's Crosscut Trail: Trail runs 0.8 miles along the base of the mountain, rated easy. It connects Treasure Loop Trail with Prospector's View Trail, and continues 4.5 miles past the park area along the base of the Superstitions.
Siphon Draw Trail: 3.2 miles round trip, a very scenic hike, this trail winds up into a canyon known as Siphon Draw. It is possible to hike up the Flatiron, although it is not a designated, maintained trail all the way. It's advised that only experienced hikers in good shape attempt to hike to the top, as the climb is steep and difficult to follow. Allow at least five hours to the Flatiron and back.
Discovery Trail: Connects the campground and day use areas. Features information signs, a wildlife pond, bird feeder and viewing bench.