McFadden Peak
Arizona
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.
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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.
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
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