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Lost Dutchman Chili Cookoff and Campout

  • 02/27/2026
  • 2:00 PM
  • 03/01/2026
  • 11:00 AM
  • Road Runner Group Site

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Photo courtesy of AZ State Parks

Named after the fabled lost gold mine, Lost Dutchman State Park is located in the Sonoran Desert, at the base of the Superstition Mountains, only 40 miles east of Phoenix. Several trails lead from the park into the Superstition Mountain Wilderness and surrounding Tonto National Forest. Take a stroll along the Native Plant Trail or hike the challenging Siphon Draw Trail to the top of the Flatiron.

Depending on the year’s rainfall, you might be treated to a carpet of desert wildflowers in the spring, but there's plenty of beautiful desert plants to see year-round! Enjoy a weekend of camping and experience native wildlife including mule deer, coyote, javelina and jackrabbit. A four mile mountain bike loop trail has opened at the park – this is a great way to enjoy the park's beauty while experiencing the famed Superstition Mountains!

Chili cookoff rules: Home made from scratch by the contender. It can be red, white, green or ?. The chili can be meaty, vegetarian, or vegan. It can be with or without beans. The judging will be held on Saturday,  Lunch at 1:00pm.

Pricing is based PER VEHICLE. Regardless of how many people are in each vehicle. Shared cost across each vehicle makes this event more affordable and fun.

If you want to be the Event Leader, let Deby or Carol know. Check back prior to the event for more information.

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Desert Adventures is a 501(c)(7) non-profit organization. PO Box 2008, Phoenix AZ 85001 • ‪480-630-9202‬ • da411@desertadventures.org
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