McFadden Peak

Arizona

May 30, 2021

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McFadden Peak

McFadden Peak, the site of one of two fire lookouts in the Sierra Ancha, offers continuous views of the surrounding areas. This peak was named for William McFadden, who started the Circle Ranch on McFadden Creek. McFadden had been part of a vigilante group during the Pleasant Valley War, and later settled in the Sierra Anchas to get away from the feud.

Elevation:

7165 ft

Camping: Dispersed, semi-primitive and developed within the area.

Water: Provide your own.

Notes

Dispersed Camping

Campground

Peaks

Wildlife

Hiking

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Wildlife includes: mountain lion, black bear, wild turkey, deer, elk, and smaller animals.

Vegetation consists of ponderosa pine, pinyon, juniper, gambel oak, scrub oak, and manzanita.

Elevation Gain: 786 ft

Trailhead Elevation: 6,349 feet

Websites: Forest Service | Fire Towers | Peaks | Hike Arizona

McFadden Peak - Arizona

Arizona

Gila County

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Directions: From the highway 60/highway 188 junction in Globe, head north on highway 188 for 14.6 miles to the junction with highway 288. Turn right onto highway 288, and follow it north for 31.1 miles to the turnoff for McFadden Peak, on the left (west) side of the road. There is a brown road sign just before the turnoff that says "McFadden Peak 1". Park at the locked gate, and follow forest road 561 to the top of McFadden Peak. Be careful not to block the gate, in case the forest service needs to use the road.