You can follow the directions below or map your directions here. 2020 Southwest Legends | Designed & Hosted by SWD, Trk Cumhuriyetlreri President Mirasc Tv. There's a large cairn or two at the intersection. The Lost Dutchman Mine is said to be a rich goldmine located somewhere in the southwestern American state of Arizona. This book had drawings of the Peralta Stoneswith no stickers. At this point, I suspected that a crescent landmark on the Peralta Stone map would show the way to the mine. Others believe that the Jesuits convinced the Native Americans that bad things would happen if they ever revealed the location of these riches to outsiders. One thing I'll point out is the trailhead is a little hard to find (maybe a sign would help). I'm out there 20 or 30 times a year. The Significance of the Sacred Seal of Solomon and its Symbols, Unleashing the Fury of the Khopesh: A Look at Egypts Deadliest Weapon (Video). The only thing in that book that even slightly applies is the story of Tayopa. Later, I would see a helicopter down in the canyon. Sign up below or read more about the DesertUSA newsletter here. Some spots bit technical. I hadnt heard of the Bat Cave, but your report helped us decide that we will never go there. the rocks that make up the trail can be a tad hazardous, think twisted ankle, and in someplaces a little hard to differentiate from the sounding ground, Really fun but def steep going up to the siphon for sure and with rain, wasnt the most pleasant but doable. Well the ladder snaps, that someone falls and breaks their back. Awesome, Good post, Ive never seen anyone make it up and in and while i completely agree its best not to both for safety of humans and the bats, selfishly Id like to see a video of the inside to official debunk the fake documentary on history channels legend of the Superstition Mountains from a few years back that showed a large metal Jesuit cross in inside the bat cave, which Im sure wasnt really in the same cave based on lack of bats, etc. I would be throwing all kinds of gold bars down to the ground and holler "heads up" as each one went airborne! When the procession returned, the beasts bore no burden. I put the whole thing out of my mind. If it doesn't continue, they will be lucky to break even. The Apaches dealt with them just as they had dealt with the Peralta family. By now, I had no enthusiasm for it. The Dutchman's Lost Gold Mine. As they were exploring, the men began disappearing mysteriously one by one. This trail is perfect to introduce a kid to the joys of hiking, and beats the WWW (worldwide waste of time). First mile was very rocky loose rocks. Myself i would have been found dead with eighty pounds of gold in my makeshift pack that I wove from cactus and sage brush!~ HAHAHA, History - Legends & Lore of the Superstitions. The Lost Dutchman Mine, Arizona - Legends of America As it turned out, I could not connect the first place with the map, but I knew there was a second possibility about half mile away. The Helsinki and Uusimaa District is the largest Finnish Red Cross District with 20,600 members and A container of that size, I guessed, must have been used to store food. Season finale of Superstition Mountains show. - TreasureNet The My neighbor pointed to the cave a key landmark below a ledge another key landmark and we soon stood on the site which thousands of people had searched for during the last one hundred and ten years. Whoda thought? Its still makes good TV, I would have done it given the chance. I contacted the A. L. Flagg Foundation, the curator of the stones, in Mesa, Arizona, to find out whether I could see them first hand. Cutting Edge Celtic Tech - 2,300-year-old Scissors Still Sharp and Shiny! Has the Lost Dutchman Mine Been Found?. I can tell you this much, as a treasure hunter, amateur with a metal detector and knowing of this story and so many others these places are highly guarded and you can get your kazoo shot off. It would have been a difficult task getting it where it had been broken. Finally, reaching the junction of two canyons, at the end of the point, the view was stunning. Said to be the most famous lost mine of all time, it continues to draw prospectors to the Superstition Mountains of Arizona in search of its rich gold. The story goes that in the mid-1700s, the Superstition Mountains were visited by a group of priests of the Jesuit Order, and they came with over 240 mules loaded down with gold, according to the Denver Post. When we explored the area further, we did find signs of a mountain lions killthe still-greasy skull of a javelina, its tusk recently broken. Lost Dutchman Mine - Part 1 - DesertUSA 160K views 8 years ago #SuperstitionMountains The team ascends a terrifying ladder to investigate a cave for signs of activity in this collection of scenes from "The Climb." Show more Show more. Read part II of this article on the Lost Dutchman Mine. etex Bronze Member Feb 20, 2013 1,166 2,066 Longview, Texas Well, pretty much so, anyway. Wu Mingren (Dhwty) has a Bachelor of Arts in Ancient History and Archaeology. When we returned home, my wife sent her photographs off to be developed. The Superstition Wilderness is on the far east side of the Phoenix valley making the drive roughly 40 minutes or more, depending on where you're embarking from. Fearing for his own life, Waltz took as much gold as he could carry, covered everything up, and returned to Phoenix. [Online]Available at: https://www.prairieghosts.com/dutchman.html, Willis, B., 2005. In the 18th and 19th centuries, the search for gold was at an all-time high. The only thing missing was a rock house that was supposed to be in the cave, but a flash flood or even some person might have destroyed the rock house. Searching for The Gold of the Lost Dutchman Mine in Superstition Mountain I had food and water. If they really climbed up into the cave I would be impressed. Each block is approximately 8.25" (~ 21 cm) by 14" (~35.6 cm) and 2" thick, weighing about 25 lbs. Visit us at HISTORY.com for more info. Such a thing would have saved me a lot of trouble. If you can manage the risks, the views are incredible. In the late 1700s, after a falling out, the King ordered the Jesuits out of Mexico. On my next trip, I planned to hike down the large canyon to see if there was a way from the bottom up to the ledge. A Visual Tour (Video), 10 Jaw-dropping Engineering Marvels of the Inca Empire, Pompeii Unveiled: Discovering the City's Most Amazing Secrets (Video), Gold, Salt, and Islam: The Story of Koumbi Saleh, What Did Ancient Greece Really Look Like? Unless he climb it many times before. The expedition is said to have arrived in the area of the Superstition Mountains, which was by the Apache Indians at that time inhabited. I hiked the half mile. For some reason, one night I took the photograph down for a closer look. Made it to the chimney thing. Post People discovered vast goldfields all across the world, attracting newcomers who wanted to try their luck. I wouldnt fall for that. Reading about the cross on the back wall of the cave, I would have removed it or took a pick and sledge hammer to the back wall and see if it was a false room, but being there would be someone's estimated $200,000,000 in gold someone made up, I could care less and I would have gotten it out of there if it was in there if I found it! Great view once you get to the cave. She took photographs while I tried to correlate what I saw on the ground with the symbols and lines on the map. This is a Moderate difficulty hike due to some scrambling on the final climb. Rocky at start. We saw 1 toad, one kangaroo rat, 2 scorpions, 2 small owls, and 8 tarantulas. I was so pleased that I had strapped my ankle up beforehand! [Online]Available at: https://web.archive.org/web/20120228065645/http://www.theoutlaws.com/gold1.htm, Speigel, L., 2015. Beautiful views along the trail. We would hike to a place I thought I might be marked by the map on the stones. The Superstition Mountains at night. The networks all-original programming slate features a roster of hit series, epic miniseries, and scripted event programming. In the following pages are photographs of these stone maps, with interpretations of the meaning of the symbols and signs carved on them. what is interesting though is the hints of signs and topography the guys see and don't tell here, saving for later maybe? No, not me. He had no instructions. The priests objective was originally to establish missions and to Christianize the natives. One of the stones, sometimes called the "Priest Map Stone," shows an image of a priest (or a witch) with a cross next to a few brief sentences in Spanish with misspellings. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 54 min to complete. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. As far as any worthwile amounts of gold there it's highly questionable if there ever was any and since it's now a wilderness area we will probably never know. The story was pretty clear. On the trip home, however, my friend asked if the curved arrow on the map could be an extension of the trail. You'll soon arrive at the site of the old campground and a fence marking the wilderness area (marked Fence on the map). Which, or if, either version is correct, I leave to the reader's imagination. I returned, with my brother, to the site marked by the doughnut symbol in May of 1997. You'll take US 60 East until it turns into a 2 lane road. Don't hike to the cave unless you have strong knees, great balance and are not afraid of heights. A friend of mine had his sites set on this destination for quite some time and finally we made the hike to see it. After starting out as a paved road, this quickly turns into a maintained dirt road. The site is said to have been mined by a . Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 54 min to complete. It was at the base of a small hill with an almost vertical wall. That's not how it works. The Superstitions were shrouded in misty clouds the day I visited, a warning sign of an impending storm. 10 were here. The best times to visit this trail are October through April. Monument Canyon and Broadway Cave via Jacob's Trail, Brittlebush Trail, Huff and Puff Trail, and Palo Verde Trail Loop, Wedding Cake Hill via Lost Goldmine Trail, Superstition Peak 5057 via Hieroglyphic Trail, Superstition Peak 5057 (South Ascent Route), Hieroglyphic and Lost Goldmine East Loop via Superstition Peak, Carney, Hieroglyphic, Ridgeline, Lost Goldmine Loop, Wedding Cake Hill and Turks Cap Hill Loop Trail. Length: 4.6 mi Est. Thorne managed to find the goldmine, as he had taken note of a strangely-shaped rock formation as his blindfold was removed. Limited parking, no washrooms, no feesEnjoy! by somehiker Wed Sep 01, 2010 5:40 pm, Post By September of 1996, I had not yet actually been to the Superstitions to check my theories about the map, so my wife and I took a trip to the mountains. On that trip we explored a wide area and still found nothing. I realized now that I may not have found the site indicated by the map after all. These old papers were found to contain clues, symbols and formulas pertaining to the Lost Dutchman Mine. A Visual Tour (Video), Behind the Scenes of Ancient Greece: Exploring the Daily Life of its People (Video), Trove of Ancient Artifacts Discovered in Paestum Include Dolphin Statuette of Eros, TheiaGreek Goddess of Light, the Sun, the Moon, and Wisdom, Greeces East Attica In Antiquity: Playground Of Gods, Heroes And Heroines, A Face to the Legend: The Quest to Reconstruct Cleopatra's Look (Video), Aspasia - The Real-Life Helen of Troy? Since this information has surfaced, we thought it would be timely to republish existing research and documents relating to the famous legend. Bring a flashlight, take Advil. I just couldnt find a way around the point at the level where I believed that I needed to be. I wasnt going to fall for it. There was no specific trail marker at the site indicated by the doughnut symbol. It always left us in awe.). shrsl_ShareASale_liveWid_Init(40280, 2496875, 'shrsl_ShareASale_liveWid_wideSkyScraper_populate'); Please remember to disable your adblocker to view content from our sponsors - Thank you. Was going to do the broadway cave, but I was done. Looking again at the photographs and drawings in my books, I decided that I really didnt need to see the real stones. A curved arrow on a mysterious map inscribed on stone surfaces pointed to the identical place, confirming the location. I headed for the car. DesertUSA has obtained another theory about the location of the Lost Dutchman Mine. I made camp near the head of the canyon and started out the next morning. If it could be proven that the producers or any employee planted that cross, and represented it as authentic, there is some liability. Many believe the priests stashed their priceless cargo somewhere among the . There are definitely Indian artifacts, petroglyphs and ruins throughout the Superstitions. Generally speaking, this mine is claimed to be situated in the Superstition Mountains, described by one source as a collection of rough terrain that has gained the name of a single mountain which lies to the east of Phoenix, the Arizonan capital. After a while, my son spotted somebody watching us. Nobody went in unarmed.. They looked like real eyes, with the meanest stare I have ever seen. From the parking area, follow along the wide, closed dirt road heading towards the Superstition Wilderness. And while some people may seem content with the story as it stands, our view is that there existcountless mysteries, scientific anomalies and surprising artifacts thathave yet to be discovered and explained. Credits; I had been looking in the wrong place! Thegoal of Ancient Origins is to highlight recent archaeological discoveries, peer-reviewed academic research and evidence, as well as offering alternative viewpoints and explanations of science, archaeology, mythology, religion and history around the globe. by Jim Hatt Thu Sep 02, 2010 10:49 am, Return to Jesuit Rules, Mines, and Treasures. The trail is all the way rocky and the last half a mile up is so hard and you will scrabble. Go to Part 2. The moody weather evoked a sense of mystery and danger, and I recalled the Apache curse associated with the Superstition Mountains. At the very edge of the photo, I discovered a pair of eyes in a very vague stone face. I caught my breath. More searching would have to wait until the next trip. The networks all-original programming slate features a roster of hit series, epic miniseries, and scripted event programming. When it finally stopped, the water running off the rocks was a glorious sight, worth the trip in itself. It made a very good playpen with a ground sheet, but it had no roof. If you'd like to take your own photo, or more importantly, enjoy a fun hike in the Superstition Wilderness, then read on! ), The Desert Environment It would be interesting to collect all the facts. Finally, I did discover a boulder that would serve as a bridge to the trail which would lead to the end of the point, just where I believed I wanted to be. Ever wonder how long and how many people it took to haul 200 million in gold up to that little cave? Grave site of Jacob "Dutchman" Waltz, a German immigrant who it in the 19th century discovered a gold mine in Arizona and kept its location a secret, hence the "Lost Dutchman's Mine". This article is the first of three in which we will revisit the Legend of the Lost Dutchman Mine. Nobody gets much in reality shows until it gets picked up and/or goes into syndication. Great views of the Superstition Mountains and the valley. Our open community is dedicated to digging into the origins of our species on planet earth, and question wherever the discoveries might take us. Here are some additional stories that may be of interest to you: The Jesuit priests were the most educated and loyal orders to the King of Spain (and to the Pope). The Broadway Trailhead and the Jacobs Crosscut Trail is used to access the cave. At length, I began to believe that the Lost Dutchman could only be a figment of someones overactive imagination. He had his camp set up by Weaver's Needle which is where whatever information he had suggested the treasure was. I figured that the chance of me finding anything was remote. Let me say the view is awesome! It took us two hours to complete this hike. This hike is located in the Superstition Wilderness East of the Phoenix area. East of Phoenix, Arizona, is the Superstition Mountain range, more commonly referred to by locals as the "Superstitions." Standing majestically at the forefront of this rough terrain is Superstition Mountain, a 3,000-foot-high monolith, which seemingly stands guard over the rest of its territory. According to this version, the Peralta family made a number of gold mining expeditions to the Superstitions. Months would pass before I could arrange another trip. The Killer Mountains stated that some of the original legends came from "Apache Gold and Yaqui Silver" by J frank Dobie. I decided to call it a day. Proper gear to protect you from the ladder collapsing would be important. Bellhop-turned-treasure hunter is found dead THREE YEARS after he vanished in Arizona mountains hunting for mythical 'Lost Dutchman's gold mine'. [Online]Available at: http://www.truewestmagazine.com/has-the-lost-dutchman-mine-been-found/. AtAncient Origins, we believe that one of the most important fields of knowledge we can pursue as human beings is our beginnings. Most books and stories label him as a Dutch Hunter. Sign up for Legend of the Superstition Mountains email updates:http://www.history.com/emails/sign-up\"Legend of the Superstition MountainsSeason 1Episode 6The ClimbHISTORY, now reaching more than 98 million homes, is the leading destination for award-winning original series and specials that connect viewers with history in an informative, immersive, and entertaining manner across all platforms. Bat Cave with Ladder This new evidence is linked to the stone tablets and presents another interpretation as to their meaning. One premise of the show was that the Jesuits also mined gold in the area. I had to move with great care. The Lost Dutchman Mine mystery solved? - havasunews.com by gollum Wed Sep 01, 2010 8:19 pm, Post I had to clamber either up or down steep inclines while going around a very slanted canyon wall. Peralta Stones - Wikipedia (The book has since been reissued under the title Quest for the Dutchmans Gold.) Chris C Jones / CC BY-SA It seemed that for every foot we traveled forward, we traveled five feet sideways. Super easy to get off trail as well. This is the source for everything you need to know about Arizona Hiking. Brutal and dangerous. There are many stories about the Lost Dutchman Mine, as they have been accumulating over the years. It's roughly 20 feet tall by 50 foot wide by 30 feet deep and shows evidence of large parties. Moments later, I was drenched with heavy rain, and the range disappeared in the storm. I decided that whatever had been incised into the stone surfaces originally had been abraded off, leaving only traces of meaningless images. Heat Acclimation (Combating the Desert Heat), DesertUSA Newsletter -- We send articles on hiking, camping and places to explore, as well as animals, wildflower reports, plant information and much more. It seems that the Apache knew where the gold mine was located, as demonstrated by the next story. ( Public Domain ). She felt better, however, because I took good solid people with me to help in the search. Going down is pretty scary with the loose gravel. This story begins with the 2021 discovery of a 5th century collection of Norse treasures at Beltane is an ancient Gaelic festival celebrating the beginning of summer and the renewal of life. I could see into the bottom of the large canyon 500 feet below. Obviously, it was just another scam. This trip was a lark. If it doesn't continue. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. In this tale, a U.S. Army surgeon by the name of Dr. Abraham Thorne was taken to a mine by the Apache as a reward. Its all in the thrill of the hunt-that's why we are all on T-Net and the guys on the show are just like all of us..Maybe after the show we'll find out what they really learned on their fact finding adventure!!!! 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This old road used to lead to the Carney Springs campground, but has since been closed to cars. Things get easier after the trail forks to the Broadway Cave. I don't think the show is going to find much at all, Its all about the exploits of the guys to make a show, sorry to burst the bubble of you believers of the legend. Some of the dry waterfalls should be done with ropes. I didnt want to continue a wild goose chase, but for some reason, I agreed to go. She did rib me a lot, possibly to cover her anxieties about my trips to a place she considered dangerous. There are great views from this vantage point as well as the fun exploring this shallow cave and the interesting wave rock formation within. Want to report conditions for this trail? How we found the Peralta Treasures in the Superstition Mountain, DesertUSA Newsletter -- We send articles on hiking, camping and places to explore, as well as animals, wildflower reports, plant information and much more. The color was overwhelming. Next time bring respirators. It is a gentle, yet continuous, uphill hike with plenty of switchbacks and a few spots where loose rock makes footing a little slick. Nov 19, 2003 #8. The ancient civilization of Greece is a historical period that has long been a subject of fascination and intrigue. Best 10 Hikes and Trails in Superstition Wilderness | AllTrails I began re-checking the information I had about landmarks and the features which were supposed to be near the mines location. Waltz left the mine to get more supplies, and when he returned, Weisner was found dead. The rain followed us almost all the way to the Superstitions. Location. When I reached the other side, I found that I was 20 feet too low. (Part 1) When the Spanish explorers discovered and began the exploration of the Americas the King of Spain required that a priest accompany the conquistadors. It's roughly 4 miles roundtrip to the cave and takes 2 to . Thoths Storm: New Evidence for Ancient Egyptians in Ireland? Nice cactus forest for the first mile and a half. Different versions of the story portray a variety of outcomes. Photographed by Doug Dolde. by somehiker Thu Sep 02, 2010 1:11 am, Post A fourth stone, the "Heart Map," has disconnected lines and symbols, a heart-shaped cutout and a dagger outline (which serves as a directional pointer) on one side. I just finished watching the season finale. In the next century, the Peralta family extracted gold from this mine. We jumped into our vehicles, where we spent the night because we didnt have time to trench around the tent, and the rain lasted well into the night. But at that point, I didnt care. The cross is gone, They only rented it from a prop shop for 2 days. Then use the Previous and Next thumbnails to. Thus, being blindfolded, the doctor was taken to a mine, where he was told to take as much gold as he could carry, which he did. It was fine. The Macuahuitl: An Aztec Warriors Lethal and Sacred Weapon (Video), Medieval Hygiene Might Have Been Better Than You Think, What Did Ancient Egypt Really Look Like? The image intrigued me. The Jesuit Treasure of the Superstition Mountains. I think the popularity of this place came to be from a film done on the Lost Dutchman's Gold Mine aired on the History Channel. No eyes or face this time, either. Explore the most popular cave trails in Superstition Wilderness with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you. Rocky at first but a nice runnable trail, and after the first 1.5 miles no one on the trail. Dan Welch, a mining engineer, after 15 years of searching and examining historical clues, has found the Lost Dutchman Mine near the Superstition Mountains of Arizona. Translated, the words appear to say, "horse of holy faith" but actually mean "knight of holy faith," which is a clue to the identity of the person who created the Peralta Stones; and "I pasture north of the river," which is a clue to the trails starting point. People are flocking to take a social media worthy picture of the signature wave formation inside this cave. Omg.the gold is behind the cross on the wall. Check out this 19.8-km out-and-back trail near Apache Junction, Arizona. Its just not going to be in this show! In both instances, it gave cryptic instructions for how to follow the trail. We never found out what happened. The North American Deserts I think everything found on the show was faked . There must be similar "clues" all over the Superstition Mountains. It did not come easy. The next day I returned with my wife to the second site. In the next century, the Peralta family extracted gold from this mine. Nice easy trail, mainly rated moderate due to heat exposure and length. The Peralta stone maps Bet it was a chore before that ladder was built! I just looked through it and found nothing that mentions anything in Arizona. The hike to Broadway Cave reinforces Arizona's best qualities: that everything is out there to try to kill you (sharp jagged rocks, plants, animals, the sun). The angle was bad so we hiked around the head of the canyon and down the other side to a place directly across from the ledge, where we took more pictures. From the Phoenix area, take US-60 East, leaving the city limits. In 1952, the infamous "Peralta" stone maps were discovered in the foothills of the Superstition Mountains by a man on vacation with his family. Weaver's Needle, Superstition Wilderness, Arizona, USA. Wayne has a good job, so he likely lost some or broke even. Jesuit Treasure in the Superstitions - DesertUSA.com/mb3
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