The trail is nice for a flatlander like me. It was dangerous. The producers are trying to create the drama to get people to watch and it works. The next day we worked about three hours and hit bedrock. How We found the Peralta Treasures (Lost Dutchman) in the Superstition Mountains amazing views! Bellhop-turned-treasure hunter is found dead THREE YEARS after he vanished in Arizona mountains hunting for mythical 'Lost Dutchman's gold mine'. That irritated me, but for some time, the map stayed in the back of my mind. 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). by With deadly force, he took the mine from them and lived off it until his death in 1891. I had left the camera at home (as usual), and the cave wasnt included in the days mission anyway. 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? In one of these, the origin of the legend is traced back to the 16th century. We never found out what happened. My friend began assembling the tent. Twenty Six Tips for Surviving in the Desert by somehiker Wed Sep 01, 2010 5:40 pm, Post Made it to Carlsbad Caverns last Christmas Bat Poop wooo heck of a place cheap and cheerful and absolutely draw dropping beauty good hike down made the mistake of challenging two teenagers back up didnt think it was possible to sweat in a cave but felt good stayed with them (not so good next morning) Could of waited for the elevator. It tapered to two feet where the trail came onto it, and it slanted steeply toward the outside. Laid side by side, the Trail Map stone and the Heart Map stone, with the Heart Stone nestled into its cutout, appear to be related. Were theonlyPop Archaeology site combining scientific research with out-of-the-box perspectives. [Online]Available at: http://www.truewestmagazine.com/has-the-lost-dutchman-mine-been-found/. There were other locations where it could be. Has the Lost Dutchman Mine Been Found?. The ladder is a wooden one nailed together and its hard to say how old it is. Later, I would see a helicopter down in the canyon. Very, very, very, rocky trail. I also found that the side of the stone with the word "DON" on it and the reverse side of the heart stone had not been altered, and the images offered no apparent useful information. 1-7-21 Sunrise Hike on a rocky well maintained trail along the base of the Supes. Got to make the series though! I was extremely disappointed. Superstition Mountains - Peralta Stone Tablet Maps For more than 120 years, the legend of the Lost Dutchman Mine has haunted the minds and souls of treasure seekers throughout the world. 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. I learned that the mine was supposedly located on a ledge high on a canyon wall just a short distance up from where a small canyon runs into a large canyon. Beautiful views along the trail. There's a prospect shaft at the back of the cave. I just couldnt find a way around the point at the level where I believed that I needed to be. I had food and water. - at 0.6 miles go straight on the Crosscut Trail rather than right on the Goldmine trail.- at 1.3 mile go straight into Monument Canyon on an unofficial path rather then left on the Crosscut trail- at 1.6 miles go right on an unoffical path. Lost Dutchman Mine. I live in Florida and there is most likely more treasure underground than above in this state. Francisco Vasquez de Coronado It's not very deep but the front opening is large. Since Frank and Woody are retired (more or less), all their time is their own. But after Spring rains there about 4 times the brush. Their last is said to have occurred between 1847 and 1852. (The book has since been reissued under the title Quest for the Dutchmans Gold.) Why Did So Many Ancient Egyptian Children Suffer Anemia? In the next century, the Peralta family extracted gold from this mine. There are white arrows spray painted on rocks to help guide you towards your destination. Actually I saw it on a television show on the History channel about the Lost Dutchman Mine (from 2015 I think). If it could be proven that the producers or any employee planted that cross, and represented it as authentic, there is some liability. 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 . 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. Historians say there is no hard evidence proving the Peralta family actually mined in the area, but they have nevertheless become a significant part of the legend. Was going to do the broadway cave, but I was done. Go to Part 2. by Jim Hatt Wed Sep 01, 2010 6:42 pm, Post I gave up on the stone map. The Jesuit priests were the most educated and loyal orders to the King of Spain (and to the Pope). There are great views from this vantage point as well as the fun exploring this shallow cave and the interesting wave rock formation within. [Online]Available at: http://www.legendsofamerica.com/az-lostdutchman.html, Paul, L., 2016. The opposite wall extended upward another 800 feet. Backgrounds by Niz.co/ New Mexico treasure hunt: Box of relics buried 155 years ago, Mystery of Lost Treasure | California Murder and Lost Gold, The owner of the Crandall Canyon Mine in Utah, where six miners remain trapped, gave journalists a t, $96M ranch on historic New Mexico coal mining site for sale. 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. Source: Craig Zerbe /Adobe Stock, Boyle, L., 2012. This time, we found a relatively easy route to the location. The color was overwhelming. This new evidence is linked to the stone tablets and presents another interpretation as to their meaning. Dating The Peralta stone maps Too much information matched. For more than 120 years, the legend of the Lost Dutchman Mine has haunted the minds and souls of treasure seekers throughout the world. Why they have such a great story. 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 next day I returned with my wife to the second site. I went back to the stone map. We had just gotten the tent straightened out when another hard rain began to fall. I didnt want to continue a wild goose chase, but for some reason, I agreed to go. These old papers were found to contain clues, symbols and formulas pertaining to the Lost Dutchman Mine. People discovered vast goldfields all across the world, attracting newcomers who wanted to try their luck. How To Get To The Wave Cave. Photo by "Tony the Marine", Marine 69-71 at English Wikipedia / CC BY-SA (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0). Since we were walking primarily on bedrock, there just wasnt much of anyplace for a hidden mineshaft or anything else. A pair of underwear were chilling in it. For the second time, I completely gave up on finding the mine. Rocky at start. Then, two things happened: either Chaos or Gaia created the universe as we know it, or Ouranos and Tethys gave birth to the first beings. I did wonder about a tall peak to the south and a small canyon running into a large canyon. Lost Dutchman Mine: Part 3. Wu Mingren (Dhwty) has a Bachelor of Arts in Ancient History and Archaeology. The Search For The Real Facts Mountain View has an exit and light on US 60. Don't expect solitude here unless you go on a weekday. This hike is located in the Superstition Wilderness East of the Phoenix area. If you do venture down this gorgeous canyon, which is worth it all on its own, get ready to hold your nose and breathe! There are definitely Indian artifacts, petroglyphs and ruins throughout the Superstitions. Ancient Origins 2013 - 2023Disclaimer- Terms of Publication - Privacy Policy & Cookies - Advertising Policy -Submissions - We Give Back - Contact us. Some also believe that after the Spanish miners left the area, the Apache removed up all evidence of mining by filling holes, mines, tunnels, etc. When the procession returned, the beasts bore no burden. Jesuit Treasure in the Superstitions. Over time, their activities on the Superstition Mountains angered the Apaches, who began attacking the goldminers. I had to move with great care. Great view once you get to the cave. He had his camp set up by Weaver's Needle which is where whatever information he had suggested the treasure was. I only went about 2 miles, but I'll return for the rest of the trail. A third stone, the "Trail Map," bears disconnected lines and symbols on one side and the badly worn word "DON" (the Spanish word for "gift" or "grant") on the reverse side. Nevertheless, news of the mine spread far and wide, attracting treasure hunters to the region. After searching the ledge and canyon wall, however, I found no indication of any mining. I had been looking in the wrong place! by somehiker Thu Sep 02, 2010 1:11 am, Post Bat cave with ladder Obviously, it was just another scam. Lost Dutchman Mine clues That was well done, ill watch a few when it comes back on.. For example. We had to clear the rocks from above us, and then we started to dig. If you'd like to take your own photo, or more importantly, enjoy a fun hike in the Superstition Wilderness, then read on! The first part of the hike uses Jacob's Crosscut Trail starting from the Broadway trailhead. Easy cardio hike. The Coronado Expedition 15401542. It says that in 1540 a Spanish expedition to find the Seven Golden Cities of Cibola was launched by Francisco Vasquez de Coronado. The Wave Cave has grown significantly in popularity as a hiking destination in the Superstition Wilderness. When we returned home, my wife sent her photographs off to be developed. If it doesn't continue. I put the whole thing out of my mind. APACHE JUNCTION, Ariz. -- According to legend, in the mid-1700s, Jesuit missionaries led 240 gold-laden mules across southern Arizona, disappearing into mountains whose southwestern escarpment towers like the ramparts of a massive fortress over the desert floor. In the late 1860s, a German prospector by the name of Jacob Waltz settled in Arizona during the Gold Rush . 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. An earthquake in 1887 had altered the area a lot. I decided to call it a day. Humm, Why is there even a ladder up there? We got them back and I didnt see anything unusual about them except they were very good pictures. I was so pleased that I had strapped my ankle up beforehand! They looked like real eyes, with the meanest stare I have ever seen. I realized now that I may not have found the site indicated by the map after all. 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. I wasnt going to fall for it. Jesuit Treasure in the Superstitions. Nobody went in unarmed.. In 1748, the area now known as Arizona (along with the Superstition Mountain) was given by Spain as a land grant to a Mexican cattle-baron by the name of Don Miguel Peralta of Sonora. 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Finally, reaching the junction of two canyons, at the end of the point, the view was stunning. Thanks you, And did yous see the Jesuit cross while you were there. 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. This is one of the most popular trails in Superstition Wilderness, which features an incredible view of Weaver's Needle from the saddle. Along the side of Yanmen Shan mountain, located twenty kilometers to the east of Nanjing, China, the legendary Yangshan quarry can be found. The Peralta Stone Maps It trumps muddy and blech. That was pure torture, but I would get used to it. On an earlier trip, we had found a place where we could climb from the top down to the next level of the large canyon. In light of this discovery, I examined the images of the stones carefully with a magnifying glass and found very faint numbers all over the map, none of which seemed to be of any use as far as I could tell. That's not how it works. We had not seen any way around the point. GPS Navigation Systems Can Be a Misleading Travel Companion Reading through the posts, most opinions are critical of the show and the featured five. Photographed by Doug Dolde. By bringing together top experts and authors, this archaeology website explores lost civilizations, examines sacred writings, tours ancient places, investigates ancient discoveries and questions mysterious happenings. Please dont make that your destination. Are The Peralta Stones Map Fake ? Different versions of the story portray a variety of outcomes. Things get easier after the trail forks to the Broadway Cave. It did not come easy. Great trail. 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New Evidence Surfaces About the Lost Dutchman Mine, 7 Smartphone Apps to Improve Your Camping Experience, GPS Navigation Systems Can Be a Misleading Travel Companion, Twenty Six Tips for Surviving in the Desert, Heat Acclimation (Combating the Desert Heat). The infection can cause a lung disease similar to pneumonia in some people. The rain followed us almost all the way to the Superstitions. Length: 4.6 mi Est. OK no one climbs a 100yr old + latter that fast. 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. No, not me. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 54 min to complete. We will present data discovered several years ago at a collector's garage sale of old books and notes. DesertUSA has obtained another theory about the location of the Lost Dutchman Mine. This was no ordinary pair of eyes. Let me say the view is awesome! At the very edge of the photo, I discovered a pair of eyes in a very vague stone face. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. You'll take US 60 East until it turns into a 2 lane road. It seemed that for every foot we traveled forward, we traveled five feet sideways. We had a lot of fun. Translated, in context, the words say "you go eighteen paces" (after reaching the trails starting point); "the [canyon] wall is dangerous;" "look for the heart," a reference to a hidden heart, an emblem over the image of a horse incised on one of the other stones; and "look for the map," a reference to a second map hidden within the map incised on yet another stone. Late on the second day, we found a place where there might be a mineshaft. She did rib me a lot, possibly to cover her anxieties about my trips to a place she considered dangerous. This curse also protects the treasure of the Superstitions, whose secret location the Apache are said to know. 24K views 6 years ago This is a location in the superstition mountains that my son had been going out to for some time and wanted me to come check it out. In 1748, the area now known as Arizona (along with the Superstition Mountain) was given by Spain as a land grant to a Mexican cattle-baron by the name of Don Miguel Peralta of Sonora. I wasnt feeling flatiron, so I turned on to jacobs crosscut. It would be interesting to collect all the facts. Motion Video Background; 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. Download link: http://www.niz.co/, Cameras; GoPro Hero 3+, 4 Black, 6 Black, Canon G7X, Nikon 5200, Galaxy S7 Edge, Where I get my sound tracks; If they really climbed up into the cave I would be impressed. The North American Deserts A container of that size, I guessed, must have been used to store food. It was the same place we had previously found. This trip was a lark. 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. 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. There was little room to maneuver. by gollum Wed Sep 01, 2010 8:19 pm, Post Huge boulders, brush and cacti covered the area. It was the Gonzales group that was massacred by the Apaches while the Peraltas made a safe return to Sonora loaded with gold. First mile was very rocky loose rocks. In the 18th and 19th centuries, the search for gold was at an all-time high. My wife had had enough of the heat, brush and pebbles, so she headed back to the car. I could now see all the details. Pretty much so, anyway. 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 Dutchmans Gold Mine, secreted in the Superstition Mountains east of Phoenix, Arizona. by Jim Hatt Thu Sep 02, 2010 10:49 am, Return to Jesuit Rules, Mines, and Treasures. Here are some additional stories that may be of interest to you: Desert Geological Terms, Home | About | Contact Us | Feedback | Privacy | Site Outline | Advertising on DesertUSA | Hotels. He told this story of one of his treasure seeking expeditions in the 1950s: I took my two boys on a hike into the Superstitions, hoping we could find the treasure. Stay left here (JCT_1L on the map) to head towards the Wave Cave. The networks all-original programming slate features a roster of hit series, epic miniseries, and scripted event programming. A vertical canyon wall over 100 feet high extended above the tail. I had to clamber either up or down steep inclines while going around a very slanted canyon wall. The legend of the curse traces back to the early 1500s, when Jesuit priests from Spain began to build missions in the areas now known as Arizona and New Mexico. He had no instructions. I caught my breath. When we arrived at the campsite, I began unloading and setting up our gear. Then turned to gravel with a few rocks. Within the refuge are 14 trail heads that cover 190 miles. 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.
