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Cupcake Mountain Hiking Trail

Cupcake Mountain provides a towering presence from its vantage point southwest of Lake Havasu City, Arizona. The mountain was named by the Army Corps of Engineers in the early 1940's while they were building an airport and runway in the desert prior to the town being incorporated. The trailhead is located just off of a powerline access road along the border of the Whipple Mountains Wilderness area. The mountain itself is within the wilderness area. The hike is rather strenuous and is close to 5…

  • State: California
  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 34.370651000000066, -114.31209599999994

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cupcake Mountain Hiking Trail reservable?

Cupcake Mountain Hiking Trail is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Cupcake Mountain Hiking Trail?

Cupcake Mountain Hiking Trail is located in California. See the map for its exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Cupcake Mountain Hiking Trail?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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