Backpacking in the Superstition Mountains near Phoenix, Arizona! (Dutchman + Peralta Canyon Trail)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 ก.พ. 2022
- Next up on our journey to Alaska: the Phoenix area! I grew up just outside of Phoenix before moving to Texas and since we have visited before and done some of the popular activities, we set our sights on a new spot for us...the Superstition Mountains. These mountains are about an hour east of Phoenix and are home to some crazy peaks and scenery. And instead of doing a day hike or two, we decided to backpack in the area and combined the Dutchman Trail, Bluff Springs Trail, Terrapin Trail, and Peralta Canyon Trail into one challenging and epic 12.9 mile loop.
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As an east valley native, the sups have been a refuge for me. I’m glad you got to enjoy it too! You went at the best time of year haha
My wife and I just wanted to thank you for all the hard work that goes into planning and presenting your videos. We watch them while we do our exercises three days a week. That's about 6 videos per week. It makes exercising a lot more enjoyable. The love for your work and each other is so evident. You are an inspiration even to us retired baby boomers. Thank you!!!
Thank y’all so much for watching! Glad we can be a part of your workout routine!
Sweet Arizona 🧡🌵 you guys make my heart so happy with your incredible videos of one of the best states EVER. Those gorgeous desert views cannot be matched! The soft purple mountains in the background while the golden sun strikes the nearby red rocks. Too good. 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
Desert sunsets and sunrises cannot be beat! 😍
You guys really do a fantastic job with your videos! Thanks for sharing your "mostly fun" adventures!
Thank you so much!
I wish my tent set up that easily! Lol Kathryn, I love it when you apologize to your mom. 😊 Gotta say, I’m old enough to be your mom, and I would be sooo proud of my daughter doing adventures like you! (And I hope my daughter marries an awesome guy like Adam too).
Thank you so much! As someone who as a kid hated the outdoors and bugs, I’m sure my parents are happy I finally don’t let bugs stop me 😜
Depending on your camping conditions, a pop up tent is nice. I use one in my solo camping in Sedona video.
YAY! Yep, hiking in the Superstitions is no joke. I definitely learned that the first time on the Peralta Trail (during the middle of summer). SO SO beautiful tho. Thanks for sharing your experience.. and that very amazing camping spot view.
We cannot imagine hiking in the summer!
Amazing landscape! Especially with the early morning light. Putting that on my bucket list, for sure. Reminded me a little of Bryce or The Needles. Loved that transition ya'll did when you threw the tent bag and when it landed there was instant tent! Pretty cool!
The desert is so gorgeous at sunrise and sunset! 😍
Congrats on finishing that challenging hike safely 👏👍 yes, as a Mom I would not want to hear on video " I think we're lost right now" in a desert!
Hahaha yeah she isn’t going to like hearing that part 😂
Done that exact same hike several times. Been hiking and backpacking in the “Sups “ since the 70s! Your video actually does justice to the area! Next time you come out let us know, I’ll take you to a favorite spot and camp in 900 year old Indian ruins!
Stayed out there in 1992 friends had beautiful place superstition mountains. Beautiful.
It’s a gorgeous area! We boondocked for days near here and loved every second.
You always post great videos. Love how Kona goes along without whining. Hope Kona's paws are OK.
She is all good! It didn’t seem to bother her as much as it bothered us haha
Did you consider some sort of booties for Kona to protect her paws on the trail?
We have, but she is very feisty about her feet and would never wear them unfortunately.
Honestly I laugh every time you mention your mom being terrified it’s just a ongoing theme now
Hahaha gotta give her a shoutout! 😜
Very nice video. You approached the Mighty Ship in the Desert with respect.
This was such a great vlog! Loved seeing the familiar landscape we lived near for almost 14 years! Who was that very attractive couple with that adorable little girl in the photos?!🤣 Gotta love the stache and big hair!? Right before you said, “sorry Mom” in the video, I was saying, “Kaaaathryyyyn!” Made us laugh! Love the dancing at the end…don’t stop! It’s always good to see my Konie Bear❣️
Hahahah I have some hot parents! 😘 And I’m glad you laughed at your shoutout 😂😂
I always watch your videos with great pleasure. You are both great.(of course the dog is great too)😃
Thank you for watching!
Always happy for you guys. You are the best. 😍
Again; knocked it out of the park; love you three. Cactus-ouch! Been there: done that
Definitely not a fun plant to run into!
Thank you so much for sharing! You both do a great job capturing everything! I really enjoy watching both of you adventure. :)
Thank you for taking us along on your backpacking trip. It is good to know that it is not all easy and good to see some struggle, but you are correct that you will remember that view and your memories will turn this into a "GREAT" trip because of the challenges. Again, thank you for sharing! By the way, I LOVED the picture of Kona taking a nap...
That’s right…it’s all part of the amazing journey! Thanks for watching!
Yay, it’s A+K vlog day! Those needle formations in the Superstitions are stunning. Also, throwing the tent into frame and then cutting to a shot of it all set up made me laugh out loud. Well done.
The needle formations are insane! Unlike any hike we have done in AZ!
You guys' videos always put a smile on my face! Looking forward to the next one!
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Keep enjoying your trip ! 👍
Epic adventure 💥
Thanks for always keeping it real:) Not all is glamorous or easy at times but you guys take us all along with you and make us feel like we’re part of the adventure. Another great video and adventure!
We appreciate you being along for the ride!
Great hike . 👍👍👍👍👍
You guys are TROOPERS! Beautiful scenic views, can only imagine the real deal. Food looked so good as always, and I love the dance moves everytime, keep on dancing!!
Oh we sure will!
So beautiful !
Thanks for this beautiful video. The Superstition Mountains is on my bucket list. I won't be able to do the hike that you did but maybe the shorter one. Good to know I can take my dog.
Definitely recommend the day hike options!
Amazing! Great adventure.
Beautiful. Thank you for sharing.
Yay!!! California here we gooo! Can’t wait to see all of your adventures there!!
Woot woot!!!
Those Southwest Sunsets are incredible. What amazing view for your campsite.
Arizona knows how to put on a show at sunset!
Looks like a great hike! Enjoyed coming along with y'all on your adventure. Looking forward to seeing what you do in California.
Very excited to share!!
Great hike! Just love that area. Grew up around there (E. Mesa). When in the desert carry a long stiff comb on you, great for combing out them nasty old hitch-hikers the cholla. See y'all next week. Be cool. Peace.
That’s a great tip!
Another great episode. Thanks.
Thanks to both of you for sharing some of your amazing travel adventures with us, I’ve been enjoying everyone of your videos I’ve seen so far. Arizona has lots of nice hiking trails but when you go to California, you’ll find some nice hiking trials there as well. Enjoy the rest of your travels, and stay safe. 😊
California is amazing and we are sooo stoked to explore more!
I love that you showed the reality and struggles that come with backpacking. Great video!
Thanks and thanks for watching!
One of my favorite episodes so far. Beautiful indeed! Y’all kicked butt. And that brisket looked great by the way. Can’t wait for Cali
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So glad you enjoyed it Jason!
What a huge hike! Beautiful scenery, especially at sunset. But I know you were glad to get back to the van. Plus a bbq meal well deserved. Good job y’all! 🏆🏅
Sleeping in the tent always makes us appreciate the van even more 😂
Dance moves are always welcome. What a beautiful place that is!
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'There's pokey-sharp things everywhere' 🤣🤣🤣 Love it - Kathryn's definition of a cactus! Bless poor Kona though for getting attacked by one. I always love your backpacking Vlogs and I'm mighty impressed with how you put together your own trail for this. The view from your campsite was stunning - well chosen, though the ground looks so uncomfortable. Were you on rock or dead grass? Don't worry about the 'moaning', I think had we all had to attempt sleeping with that racket from the wind, we'd all be feeling the same. It reminds me of your windy camping in Texas last year. I really loved the colours you captured in the rocks the next morning, totally agree that it was worth the early wakeup! Loved the little nod to the OC at the end there. Super excited to see what you get up to in California. Are you guys planning on visiting San Fran and if yes, have you been before?
Those pokey sharp things don’t mess around! I was the only one to not get attacked! The campsite was mostly rock, but thankfully our sleeping pads help with that. The wind reminded us of that Caprock canyon trip too!
So glad you got the OC reference! We were hoping someone would. We do hope to visit SF, but just for a quick day trip. I have been many times and we went once together, so it’ll be a “whatever the van can easily do” type trip haha
Awesome video, love your puppy dog!
You two in your amazing hikes! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for watching!
I totally felt your pain on that hike and I’m very sympathetic to the windy sleepless night in the desert. I’ve totally been there! I’m sure Brisket was glad you made it back to her safely! Thanks for sharing your adventures - even the challenging ones!
We were very excited to get back to the van! Our memory foam mattress never felt so good 🙌🏼
Never tired of the dance moves!! We’ve not done much exploring in the Phoenix area - the Superstitions have been high on our list tho! Hope you’re enjoying some “down” time with friends 😊
Y’all would love it!!! It’s gorgeous! And the dancing will not stop
Not tired of the dance moves! Love it haha
Keep doing the dance moves, they’re awesome ❤️👏👍😄😄
Hahaha we sure will!
Love the Peralta hike to the Fremont saddle and weavers needle. So beautiful. Definitely worth the drive out to Superstition mountains from Phoenix
It's a gorgeous trail!
Great video! Those chollas are awful. I felt Kona and Adam’s pain when he was removing it. When we were hiking in Tucson a few years ago, a local was amused to see me with kitchen tongs. It was all I had in the van to remove those sticky chollas. He passed on the local’s tip to carry a comb. It slips under and pries those beasts off without them getting stuck on your fingers. The next hike out we ditched the tongs and got a chance to try the comb. It worked like a charm. Now it’s part of our desert hiking kit.
The comb is such a genius tip! We hadn’t thought of that!
You guys are awesome 👌. Love the superstition mountains. 💜👍 kona is a trooper. 👏
She is such a trooper!
wow! arizona looks like the perfect hiking place ❤
It's pretty dang nice!
Love the speed you guys can pitch a tent! 😄 You guys are amazing with your 10 mile hike through the desert. Oh and Kathryn... not tired of seeing the dance moves yet.
Hahaha we are so speedy! And the dancing shall continue!
Never tired of your awesome dance moves or "singing". Loved this one. And, I saw Kathryn in some of the pics of people enjoying Wild Zora meals.
Hahaha good! Because it’s not stopping 😂 And it’s always fun to see ourselves on their website and ads! They are great to work with!
Loved the video. I live in Arizona, but I’ve never been to the Superstition Mountains. You did a great job of showing its beauty. A 20 minute escape…Thank You.
Thanks for the kind words Mark!
Those are some dang good dance moves! Those grits looked amazing! 👌
🕺💃😍 those grits were mighty fine!
love your backpacking trips. Hard to carry and plan for water in desert.
It is! We thankfully had enough, but had to ration a bit.
Ouch! Kona is a tough 🍪! When ever you show your trail map it looks like 100 miles, lol! I guess it just felt like 100 miles! Thanks for taking the high road and giving us some less challenging options to choose from. I love how you threw the tent pack and magically it was up! A little Bewitched ha ha! All your special camera shots (cooking, flame, making coffee, slow mo etc.) add so much to already awesome footage! Thanks so much you two for your hard work! It is so appreciated and enjoyed! And keep on dancing your way to Alaska!!!!
It felt like 100 miles lol! Longest day of hiking ever. And we are so happy that tent shot worked out. Magic!!!
Hi, A + K. I haven't left a comment in a while, but your recent vlogs have been amazing. I'm glad you talk about the realities, such as getting tired, windy conditions at camp, and having to conserve water. Sometimes the challenges add a whole lot of good memories to the experience. Take care.
Thank you so much Eric! Always good to hear from you 😃
My wife and I just hiked the Peralta trail. We found it because of your channel. Just so happens that my sisters neighborhood is at the start of the road going to the trail head and we were going to see her. Good timing! Thanks for your videos!
That's a great location! That neighborhood is nice. We would be on the Peralta Trail all the time if we lived there! Thank you for watching!
This brought bake memory’s of when I used to hike this mountains yearly when I was in the Boy Scouts. Love peralta trailhead
Did y’all camp overnight too?
@@AdventuresofAplusK yes, multiple weekend trips. Slept in Geronimo cave multiple times which is right off of perlarta trailhead. Miss it !
Sick vid brotha 👌🏽
Ridiculously beautiful.
Indeed!
That Century plant at the camp site was nice!
That was awesome! Fun to see Kona out there with you. After our first desert backpacking, we carried a comb for the cholla and other nasty cacti! It is the best way to unstick! The Superstition Mountains were really beautiful. We have never been hiking in them, but your video is very inspiring! Loved the outtakes!
We had never heard of that trick until posting this! Super good to know!
Great shot and post production work Kathryn's low, smooth voice and clean diction is solid feature.
Wow, thanks. My son is taking me on a backpacking trip there in a couple weeks. Nice preview!!❤
That’s awesome! Y’all enjoy and take lots of water!
Poor Kona was attacked by those pokie things . Cacti love to send out little babies to hitch a ride . This was such a beautiful hike . I love this trip!! 🥰❣🥰
It was not very fun to see it stuck to her paw!
Such Beautiful Views... We did the Dutchmans trail hike once it was nice at 6am before the heat. Now I want to do the other one. And Omg you guys were just down the road from us. Wow. Wish we could have ran into yous.
That trail is extra beautiful in the early morning!
I was there this week. Nice place great video.
Amazing scenery great edit guys 🤙
Thank you!
Mad props to your tent set up moves.
Magic!
Definitely a case for no pain , no gain! Looks like a great adventure though, despite the challenges. And Kona, such a trooper! I think we’ll try and bag the Peralta Trail the morning of our second day. Love to see Weavers Needle! That brisket and grits looked killer also…. Yum 🤤
The Peralta trail is amazing! We hope you enjoy it. And highly recommend the BBQ!
Thanks for this video. I have lived in Phoenix for 35 years and have never done this hike. I don’t think I could do the whole hike like you both did but maybe some of the other trails. I appreciate all your tips for this hike.
We definitely recommend doing the two main ones as day hikes!
Wonderful video
Great vid! Would love to hear more about the plants and geology you encounter on your hikes.
We’d love to share more, but it’s super hard to remember things to say, film everything, and actually enjoy the experience too haha
It’s another Thursday vlog drop by America’s favorite travel vloggers!!! I was super excited about this one and it did not disappoint! Oh my goodness the scenery is gorgeous! Oh and I’m so you got to attend the WM Phoenix Open! That’s one of my favorite tournaments of the year! You guys are both amazing with hearts of gold. I love your authenticity and passion! May the sun and moon forever smile down on you!
Woot woot!!! Have you ever been to the WM Phoenix Open?
@@AdventuresofAplusK I have not! Would love to go someday! I go to the Memorial Tournament every year though and it’s amazing!
Love your dance moves in the end!
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Favorite trail in AZ. So many great memories on Peralta.
Such an epic hike!
You two kick so much butt. In the last three videos you have been to my home town Tucson and I loved that. Now you where backpacking where my wife and son are going camping this weekend. Thank you so much. Next time you should go to Flagstaff. Much love y'all
Ahhh awesome! Have a blast! And we love Flagstaff and really wanted to go this time, but definitely will next time.
Beautiful views! Cute parents, Kathryn! Amazing how your tent magically opened .... don't you wish it would close the same...lol.
Hahaha we do wish! And how about my dad’s stache?! 👨🏻
@@AdventuresofAplusK It was the age of big hair and mustaches...lol
Thank you for sharing. I did the same route in the clock wise direction about 15 years ago. Had a slight hiccup on the Terrapin Trail where I took a rabbit trail for a couple of hundred yards, before turning back around. You did an excellent job presenting Little Miss BBQ. The location you did not eat at is only 2 miles from where I work.
Glad we aren’t the only one that got a bit turned around and also glad we all ended up finding our way!
Great Video, looks so nice there
It’s a gorgeous area!
Hello Adventurers😊😊😊, The Superstition Mountains definitely seemed to be a VERY tough hike, especially when the all trails didn't work. Luckily y'all got out of there safe. The views were SPECTACULAR! Owwwww...not FAIR with y'all chowing down on brisket😄😄😄! Hey look what I found...ICE CREAM! Ohhh it's so good...with the chocolate crunch mmmmm...and the tasty vanilla underneath...oh it's so good I need another...KLONDIKE BAR😝😝😝😝! I really enjoyed the video my friends. Looking forward to seeing what's next👍👍👍👍👍👍.
Oh man, an ice cream bar sounds HEAVENLY after this hot hike!!! We would’ve gladly taken that!
I’ve never seen a cactus in real life but I’m sure one in the paw doesn’t feel good. Hope your dog is ok.
Great video, this place looks amazing. Glad you didn’t get lost haha
She is thankfully fine! It didn’t seem to hurt her too badly
I love your videos.
It’s interesting how some people will travel to hike and enjoy this beautiful area and people like me 😳 who lives here and don’t even know or appreciate the beauty in our own backyard. 🌵 Thank you. You make me crave this experience. Always Take care.
Safe travels
We find that so many locals (us included when we lived in Texas), don’t always appreciate where they live. We love having the tourist mindset everywhere we go and appreciating the beauty of each place!
@@AdventuresofAplusK Have as much fun as you can. Some pf us cannot do this backpacking travels for so many reasons due to health condition, family responsibilities etc…. Enjoy and as always, share !! This was the first video I watch from your channel.
Can’t wait to watch the rest and see the world through your eyes and adventures.
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Ohh if you’re still in town. Stopped on the west side pf town: Buckeye at Skyline Park. Is off the road I work. I-10 & Exit 117
Hi guys, it's my first time watching your videos and I already subscribed, they are great!!! 🥰🤗 I'm from Arizona and I've been there like three times, it's a beautiful place to visit, there is a ghost town by the mountains 😬😯😆 🤣 Take care and thanks for sharing 🙏🏼
Thank you so much for watching Monica! We really appreciate it!!
Great views. My mom lives out that way.and never did that . mountain lions and bobcats.
Haven’t seen any 😃
At Fremont Saddle facing Weavers Needle, there is a lone pine tree to the right. A mostly flat trail runs from Fremont Saddle to that tree. I camped under that tree last year. Awesome view of Weavers Needle, and you are on flat sandy ground, next to a rock wall that somewhat blocks the wind.
We saw that and debated if we wanted to camp there! That’s an awesome spot!
The Office quote at the end! 😂
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Be careful driving on Interstate 10 West of Phoenix. It is brutal right now with how busy it gets, plus the construction in Buckeye. Looking forward to your next videos!
We made it out without any issues 😃 but thanks for the warning!
We backpacked this same loop but in the opposite direction you ran it it… that Terrapin trail looks like a nice shortcut on paper, but that was one of the hardest rock scrambles I’ve ever done with a 30 pound pack. Great content, you guys make this trek look easy, it’s definitely a bit of work to camp back there.
Ya that shortcut is tricky! Thanks for watching, Caleb!
Thank you for a fantastic video to watch on a day when you're getting blasted with another Michigan snowstorm - it's good to know it's warm somewhere! Two thoughts... First, not to be an "A+K Nerd", but it seems like you have enough material for a backpacking playlist (Enchantments, Alice Lake, Cirque of the Towers, Mount Marcy, and the Superstition Mountains). Second, I'm really looking forward to you going to town on California national parks! I have no idea what it's like to hike Sequoia/Kings Canyon, Yosemite, Redwood, or others, and I'm hoping those are coming up. Perhaps just as he did with Theodore Roosevelt, Adam can walk in the steps of John Muir. 🙂 Oh, and any "Office" reset is a good one! This video was a lot of fun!
We will have to make a playlist, thanks for the suggestion! We will be visiting 5 CA national parks, but not all of them. We will be focusing on ones that we can get the experience we want during the time of year we are visiting, but have plans to finish the rest next year or so 😃
That sounds great! I can totally see how some of the parks might not work in certain seasons. But as little as I know about California, I know one thing: every time of the year is good for In-N-Out! (Yes, I know you've been there. The hats were hilarious!)
We already had In-N-Out once in AZ this trip and are going again in CA! Can’t wait!
Ha! On the one trip I ever made to California back in 2018, In-N-Out was the first thing I did! I went direct from the San Diego airport car rental to a Double-Double with fries.
Great video as always. Thanks for showing what I had missed. We did not make it to the hike, so we spend half a day at Ghost Town instead.
We hear the ghost town is pretty cool. Did you enjoy it?
@@AdventuresofAplusK It's good to see the old west town with the shooting re-enactment and all, but I really enjoy the hiking to see the real nature. Can't wait to see your videos from Alaska.
Very ambitious hike. Please don’t tell us next year you are gonna conquer Mount Everest! Your family and friends will freak out! 🤪
Hahaha no way! That’s too tough and expensive for us!
Great video, really spectacular scenery and adventure. Oh my gosh, that wind during the night in your tent - so glad you didn't lose the tent though you did lose sleep! You guys are the best. We always look forward to your videos. Honestly, we watch other vloggers but you guys have the best commentary, the best fun and the video production is really great too. And Kona is the cutest.
We super appreciate the kind words! Thank you so much for following along Ruth!
I used to live in Mesa I used to love seeing the view of the Superstitions to the east.
It’s a lovely place!
Loved this video! You weren't complaining, you were telling it like it is! After all, you are human! Beautiful views, especially on the way to the van. Loved that part of the hike, looked like you were in God's garden. Loved the sunset with the purple mountains. Enjoy your golf outing. ; )
It was gorgeous in the mornings and evenings! 😍
One of my best hiking memories: My companion and I were driving up the Apache Trail and on a whim decided to park near the bridge over Fish Creek and wander up Fish Creek canyon. It was August, but monsoon thunderstorms had cooled things down, leaving a high overcast and surprisingly un-muggy air. The creek bed made a natural trail (most of the way) dotted with beautiful pools of the clearest water. Eventually we came upon one that was deep enough for a swim and we could not resist. As we continued our hike doves fluttered away when we approached and there were many tracks of little critters -- even one set we took to be a badger's. After about 2 miles we came to a place where the canyon was blocked by giant boulders that presented more of a rock-climbing challenge than we were up for. The walk back down to our car was anticlimactic but quick. Then on up to Roosevelt where we had quite an appetite for the fish fry at Butcher's Hook.
Swimming in clear water sounds magical! We would’ve loved that during this trip!