Jacob’s Crosscut Trail runs 6.45 miles along the base of Superstition Mountain in Lost Dutchman State Park. It passes through a vast bajada highlighted by diverse vegetation and views that include the Praying Hands, 4 Peaks Wilderness, Camelback Mountain and miles of open space.

Superstition Mountain was shaped from a resurgent dome

Sunset over the Phoenix Valley

The Praying Hands are spires carved from the main rock mass of Superstition Mountain

Chainfruit, teddy bear and buckhorn cholla are the most common cholla species in Lost Dutchman State Park

Palo verde, barrel cacti and jojoba dominate the bajadas of the Crosscut Trail

Saguaro roots can radiate out as wide as the cactus is tall

The Crosscut Trail winds out of Lost Dutchman State Park and into the Superstition WIlderness

Looking up Siphon Draw at the Flatiron

The Crosscut Trail features a high concentration of saguaro cacti on either end of the trail

The Crosscut Trail remains relatively flat and easy throughout

Bajadas form as dirt and debris wash down from the mountains and pile up at their base

Northern Mockingbirds flash their outer white tail feathers during courtship and territorial displays

Sunset on the Crosscut Trail is affords wonderful lighting for photographers

Curved-bill Thrasher calling out to his mate on the Crosscut Trail

Leafy ocotillo plants flower 24 - 48 hours after a rainstorm then lose their leaves to conserve water

Two saguaro cacti intertwined at sunset

Mature saguaro cacti line the base of Superstition Mountain