Lost Spring Wash

Follow the trail of the early settlers traveling along the edge of The Swell. Little-known and lightly traveled Lost Spring Wash trail is an ideal addition to Cottonwood Canyon Road, making for an excellent historic 4x4 tour. Because this particular canyon has annual water at its springs, the original route was part of the Old Spanish Trail. The early settlers would follow the water and mark their way with rock cairns. The trail zigzags along and into a rocky and picturesque canyon. For the adventurous type, numerous obstacles offer fun but difficult challenges. The trail is ideal for those looking to push the boundaries in their stock-type 4x4 vehicles. Running the trail in reverse, south to north is the most scenic and challenging.