The Superstition Mountains rise sharply out of the desert east of the Valley, and Lost Dutchman State Park sits right at their foot. It is the easiest way to see them up close, with short desert walks for everyone and one very hard climb for the ambitious.
Back to the estate| Lost Dutchman State Park | |
|---|---|
| Trail hours | 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
| Vehicle fee | $10 for one person, $20 for two to four people |
| Walk-in or bike | $5 per person |
| Run by | Arizona State Parks |
Hours and fees from the Arizona State Parks site, checked October 2026. They can change.
Leave early, hike in the cool of the morning, and be back at the house for the afternoon. Paradise Reserve has six bedrooms for up to 16 guests, five of them king suites with their own bathroom, plus a pool and spa, a golf simulator, a putting green and a pickleball court. Events and parties are not permitted at the house, and quiet hours apply. For other trips, see Saguaro Lake and a Fountain Hills day trip.
Another state park day trip: Tonto Natural Bridge. See also Goldfield Ghost Town and Canyon Lake and the Dolly Steamboat.
$10 for a vehicle with one person or $20 for two to four people, per Arizona State Parks.
Trails are open 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Visitor center hours vary by day.
Yes. It is steep and long, and best for very fit hikers who start early. Check the park page for the current detour.
Hours, fees and trail notes from Arizona State Parks, checked October 2026. Paradise Reserve is not affiliated with Arizona State Parks.
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Six bedrooms, a heated pool and spa, pickleball court, golf simulator, and putting green: the perfect retreat after a day exploring Scottsdale.
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