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Best route to access upper reaches of the Colorado River

Dusty Holloway 6/30/2026 10:59am

Hey all, I'm planning a solo trip out to the Superstition Mountains and was wondering if anyone has knowledge on a good route to get up into the higher elevations near Lake Pleasant. Anyone have experience with backcountry camping along the river? Trying to avoid the crowds at the usual spots

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