Adventure Awaits on the Goldmine Trailhead in Queen Creek
Goldmine Trailhead in Queen Creek is a gateway to the expansive San Tan Mountain Regional Park, offering great access to diverse hiking trails. Whether you prefer a short out-and-back hike or a longer loop connecting multiple paths, this hiking area caters to all skill levels.
Visitors highlight the excellent variety of trails, from steep climbs on the Goldmine Trail to flatter routes suitable for children and seniors alike. Parking may be limited during peak times, but the well-maintained trail network and scenic desert landscape more than compensate for that. Hikers are encouraged to bring water and poles for added support on the steeper sections.
Families enjoy the welcoming environment, and nature lovers appreciate the diverse terrain and beautiful views. For those looking to experience the desert’s charm with a bit of challenge, Goldmine Trailhead in Queen Creek is a top choice for an invigorating outdoor adventure.
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Audre Cek
2 months ago$7 self pay entrance/day use fee. The hiking trails had a lot of incline and the goldmine one was washed out at a pretty steep incline area, so it was pretty challenging to go down. The pictures don't show the most challenging parts, so they may be deceiving...
John and Jennifer Bonner
4 months agoGreat access to San Tan Mountain Regional Park trails with ample parking. The Goldmine Trail is out-and-back, though it connects to other trails and can easily make for loop hikes that vary from 1 to several miles.
C AS
3 weeks agoGreat desert hiking. Brought grandma and the 7 year old and both enjoyed themselves. Parking was fairly limited but that may only be for a little while longer. A new looking parking lot was locked behind a gate but maybe this is only for special events? I'm not sure but I would avoid midday next time.
Pranav Sanghadia
1 year agoThere was no place to pay for the parking, at least I couldn't find it. The trail is easy to moderate, and go early in the morning around 8am to enjoy hiking. There are no restrooms. There is a free parking lot before the main and a much smaller parking lot near the trailhead. The views from the trail are great. So many people came with their dogs.
Brenda Orffer
1 year agoGreat hiking trail and worth the steep climb. There is some construction right now (2024) but there is plenty of trail that is not impacted. Bring water and hiking poles if you are doing Goldmine Trail. There are other short trails that are relatively flat if you want to bring kiddos.