Apache Trail Historic Road

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Apache Trail Historic Road
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Byway Overview

Head north/northwest out of Apache Junction on State Route 88. Stop at Goldfield Ghost town, a reconstructed 1890’s gold-mining town, for gold mine tours, Old West gunfights, and a history museum. Then hike the trails at Lost Dutchman State park or enjoy the campground there. Save time for the Tonto National Forest and the Tonto National Monument further north to see the cliff dwellings of the Salado communities dating from 1250 to-1450 and the museum there.

Quick Facts

Designation
State Byway, Forest Service Byway (1988)
Location
AZ
Total Length
78 miles

Visitor Information & Byway Partners

Contact Details

For personalized travel assistance and local recommendations, please reach out to our regional visitor center.

Tonto National Forest

Local Byway Partners

Arizona Department of Transportation
Visit Website 800-251-5866
Downloadable Arizona Byways Map
Visit Website 866-275-5816