Come prepared. These old papers were found to contain clues, symbols and formulas pertaining to the Lost Dutchman Mine. [Online]Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/03/14/superstition-mountains-lost-dutchman-gold-mine_n_6835264.html, Taylor, T., 2008. For centuries, Native Americans have kept the treasures a secret and to this day many are reluctant to provide any related information. Great view once you get to the cave. Rocky at start. The Bat Cave Superstition Mountains Arizona. How can they think that this cave hasn't been explored, WHEN THERE IS A GIANT LADDER THERE! by silent hunter Thu Sep 02, 2010 9:21 am, Post Jesuit Treasure in the Superstitions. Nonetheless, the legends of this mine have continued to attract treasure seekers to the Superstition Mountains, some of whom have lost their lives in the quest for this elusive gold mine. The doctor allegedly cured some Apaches of an eye disease, and they wanted to reward him. I began laughing. Rock climbing. Sign up below or read more about the DesertUSA newsletter here. Dating The Peralta stone maps 10 were here. (It's Free. I wasnt going to fall for it. On a recent visit to the Phoenix area, I toured historic Route 88, the Apache Trail. I was getting bored with it, till the last episode. For some, the Lost Dutchman Mine is just a myth, one that perhaps grew over time until it defied belief. Mike I always wonder why?? As Greek mythology goes, the universe was once a big soup of nothingness. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in ancient Greece? My wife and I called an end to our trip. Theyve always looked at me kind of strangely, but its never bothered me. Legend of the Superstition Mountains: Jesuit Clues (S1, E5) | History by cubfan64 Wed Sep 01, 2010 11:49 pm, Post Lost Dutchman Mine: Part 2 The surface inside the heart-shaped cutout has the year "1847" and several symbols engraved into the stone. We called it quits and just sat around, discouraged. Beautiful views. There are no Indians, no ghosts, and nobody is following people looking for the gold. The trail is nice for a flatlander like me. You can follow the directions below or map your directions here. He had erected the tent upside down. I had to clamber either up or down steep inclines while going around a very slanted canyon wall. An Inspirational Courtesans Tale, Was Anne of Cleves Too Ugly for King Henry VIII? On the next trip, my wife and I planned to take pictures from a short way up the small canyon. This hike is located in the Superstition Wilderness East of the Phoenix area. 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. Tough. Which, or if, either version is correct, I leave to the reader's imagination. 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. I think everything found on the show was faked . I did wonder about a tall peak to the south and a small canyon running into a large canyon. That's not how it works. During the next trip, with a friend and his son in November 1997, we ran into heavy thunderstorms. GPS Navigation Systems Can Be a Misleading Travel Companion The Jesuit Treasure of the Superstition Mountains. I began re-checking the information I had about landmarks and the features which were supposed to be near the mines location. It all started one winter day in 1994 when my wife and I stopped in a rock shop in Holbrook, Arizona, where we purchased a copy of Fool's Gold by Robert Sikorsky. The only thing to do was return to camp, and reaching it before either the daylight or my legs gave out was an iffy thing. Not super hard. That is not entirely correct. The moody weather evoked a sense of mystery and danger, and I recalled the Apache curse associated with the Superstition Mountains. The Peralta Stones The Broadway Trailhead and the Jacobs Crosscut Trail is used to access the cave. This was no ordinary pair of eyes. I just finished watching the season finale. During this period, the Jesuits established relations with Native Americans, who worked to mine the gold, much of which was sent back to the King of Spain. Whoda thought? The Peralta stone maps These stones, found mysteriously in the Superstition Mountains in the mid-20th century, purportedly hold the key to the location of the fabled Lost Dutchman. I didnt want to continue a wild goose chase, but for some reason, I agreed to go. As many others have said, the start of the hike is seriously rocky. Now all we had to do was dig, and we would surely find one of the richest and most hunted treasures in the worldthe Lost Dutchman's Gold Mine, secreted in the Superstition Mountains east of Phoenix, Arizona. about 900 ft of climbing to the Wave Cave. by somehiker Wed Sep 01, 2010 5:40 pm, Post She selected one of these for that purpose, and it hung in its appointed place for two or three weeks. There are three intersections: What I should have done at this point was go see a shrink. A short distance down the canyon, I found a cave that fit a description I had read. He had just acquired this tent at a garage sale. You'll soon arrive at the site of the old campground and a fence marking the wilderness area (marked Fence on the map). They left about 30 minutes later. After that detour, I headed back out on Jacob's Crosscut and the surface was much kinder. Many believe the priests stashed their priceless cargo somewhere among the . Obviously, the small canyon merged with the large canyon where it made a curve, creating a long narrow point between the two. Was going to do the broadway cave, but I was done. In some cases, the infection spreads throughout the body, known as disseminated disease. Its still makes good TV, I would have done it given the chance. Payday for them! by Jim Hatt Wed Sep 01, 2010 6:42 pm, Post The North American Deserts Then turned to gravel with a few rocks. My wife and I only hiked the first half mile. 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How To Get To The Wave Cave. I found that I was too high. Pick behind the cross on the wall. I kept seeing a reflection behind us from something metallic, like a rifle or pistol. 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. by Eventually, the Peraltas stopped venturing onto the mountains, and all the maps and knowledge of the mines exact location were lost. 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. [Online]Available at: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2240620/Lost-Dutchmans-gold-Body-man-years-went-hunt-legend-Arizona-mountains.html, Bremner, L., 22016. She took photographs while I tried to correlate what I saw on the ground with the symbols and lines on the map. (Only the West bound traffic stops.). Looks like a place I definitely dont want to go. The hiking was very slow and after about four miles, I could see that I had no hope of reaching my destination within the day. I hiked the half mile. This is a Moderate difficulty hike due to some scrambling on the final climb. Great trail. This is one of the most popular trails in Superstition Wilderness, which features an incredible view of Weaver's Needle from the saddle. I can see how Jacob's Crossing can be a great beginner's hike, but, for me, the climb to Broadway Cave was the highlight. It's roughly 4 miles roundtrip to the cave and takes 2 to 3 hours. I decided to call it a day. I had to make my way carefully down to where there was a passage around the point. In both instances, it gave cryptic instructions for how to follow the trail. What I realize though is, positive or negative, we are watching the show, mission accomplished by History Channel, to get us to watch itafter that they care less what we think LOL. They looked like real eyes, with the meanest stare I have ever seen. I went back to the stone map. However, Thornes greed cost him his life, as years later, he would return for more gold on his own. high on a stony wall near where the stone map would appear to lead, but I suspected that this is typical of the kinds of possibilities your mind invents in a search for the Lost Dutchmans Mine. That was pure torture, but I would get used to it. I think the popularity of this place came to be from a film done on the Lost Dutchmans Gold Mine aired on the History Channel. Along the side of Yanmen Shan mountain, located twenty kilometers to the east of Nanjing, China, the legendary Yangshan quarry can be found. Great views of the Superstition Mountains and the valley. It's not very deep but the front opening is large. Best 10 Hikes and Trails in Superstition Wilderness | AllTrails Although his primary interest is in the ancient civilizations of the Near East, he is also interested in other geographical regions, as well as other time periods. Read More. etex Bronze Member Feb 20, 2013 1,166 2,066 Longview, Texas Beautiful trail!! Jesse Capen, a bellhop from Denver, disappeared three years ago after heading off to find the 'Lost Dutchman's' gold mine in the Superstition Mountains, Arizona - which has evaded adventurers for . It may not display this or other websites correctly. If you can manage the risks, the views are incredible. Sign up for Legend of the Superstition Mountains email updates:http://www.history.com/emails/sign-upLegend of the Superstition MountainsSeason 1Episode 5Dead Man's GoldHISTORY, 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. What is this and what does this mean, possible Jesuit cross with The This article is the first of three in which we will revisit the Legend of the Lost Dutchman Mine. 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. Go to Part 2. I could now see all the details. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.5). Desert Geological Terms, Home | About | Contact Us | Feedback | Privacy | Site Outline | Advertising on DesertUSA | Hotels. Someone climbs that ladder to see a planted cross that was represented as authentic and a archeological relic. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. by gollum Wed Sep 01, 2010 8:19 pm, Post Always tough. by Jim Hatt Thu Sep 02, 2010 10:49 am, Return to Jesuit Rules, Mines, and Treasures. When we got there, a forest fire was burning in the Four Peaks wilderness area just a few miles away, creating a large column of smoke overhead with the upper winds pushing the smoke down into the canyons in the area. The Lost Dutchman Mine is said to be a rich goldmine located somewhere in the southwestern American state of Arizona. Lost Dutchman Mine clues And if it was filmed without permit, in the SWA, then it becomes a criminal act under Federal jurisdiction. Eric proposes that the symbols they've encountered were placed in the area by Jesuits in this collection of scenes from \"Dead Man's Gold.\"Subscribe for more from Legend of the Superstition Mountains: http://histv.co/SubscribeHistoryYTWatch exclusive videos and stream full episodes:http://www.history.com/shows/legend-of-the-superstition-mountains#SuperstitionMountainsCheck out our Facebook games and other exclusive content:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryKeep up to date with everything HISTORY by following us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/historyDon't miss a new episode! [Online]Available at: http://www.legendsofamerica.com/az-lostdutchman.html, Paul, L., 2016. I managed to slip and fall when descending this section. Why they have such a great story. Directions Park information Acreage 160,200 acres Contact (602) 225-5200 Helpful links Website More filters 1 Top trails ( 8) Wave Cave Trail We never found out what happened. ), The Desert Environment If it doesn't continue. Months would pass before I could arrange another trip. Bring a flashlight, take Advil. I live in Florida and there is most likely more treasure underground than above in this state. How we found the Peralta Treasures With deadly force, he took the mine from them and lived off it until his death in 1891. There is evidence of a skirmish between the Spaniards and the Apaches at the area of the said massacre. I returned, with my brother, to the site marked by the doughnut symbol in May of 1997.