I Underestimated This Trail in Arizona's Forgotten Mountains

*This video is sponsored by LMNT! Try LMNT (I love it!) by clicking here: https://drinklmnt.com/mirandagoesoutside I went backpacking in Arizona's forgotten Goldfield Mountains, and it was way more than I bargained for! Few people spend the night in the Goldfields, favoring their highly popular neighbor the Superstition Mountains. In fact when I called the ranger to ask about this trail he said he'd never heard of anyone spending the night out there. Of course this intrigued me so I set off for two days of wild hiking in this overlooked section of the Arizona desert. This is a brutal trail, and for most of the loop I attempted there is no trail at all! The difficulty of bushwhacking and navigating through this wild desert meant that night set in before I could find camp, forcing me to search for a spot to set up my tent in the dark... Intro: 00:00 Backpacking in Arizona's forgotten mountains - Day 1: 1:21 Backpacking in Arizona's forgotten mountains - Day 2: 25:57 Why I love LMNT electrolytes (sponsor): 28:20 Backpackin in Arizona's forgotten mountains. - Day 2 (con't): 29:21 Outro: 35:35 My Backpacking Gear - Coros Apex Watch: https://rei.pxf.io/qzjX2g Nemo Hornet Elite 1p Tent: https://rei.pxf.io/xLPGgy LiteAF Ultra 40L Curve Pack: https://alnk.to/dAoEJng Big Sky Inflatable Pillow: https://alnk.to/7fstYkv Outdoor Vitals Summit 15 Sleeping Bag: https://alnk.to/3U45kOO Nemo Tensor Extreme Conditions Sleeping Pad: https://rei.pxf.io/JKaNMv Pillow Strap: https://alnk.to/44Y44S8 REI Hiker Staff: https://rei.pxf.io/9LNONQ Bottle Rocket by Gossamer Gear (shoulder strap pouch): https://alnk.to/btq0S3y Gossamer Gear Shoulder Strap Pocket: https://alnk.to/aAPM3wW Outdoor Vitals 1/8" Closed Cell Foam Pad: https://alnk.to/c09vB5i Sawyer filter and Cnoc 2L bladder: https://rei.pxf.io/nXzQ5M M!GO Water Bottle: thttps://mazamadesigns.com/products/m-go-bottle Soto Windmaster Stove: https://rei.pxf.io/3J3Nvn Toaks Pot (750ml): https://rei.pxf.io/MA1L7n Toaks Long Handled Spork: https://rei.pxf.io/VxqKqa Nitecore Power Bank: https://alnk.to/cwTMxN0 Gerber Dime: https://rei.pxf.io/XmDRP4 LuminAID Lantern: https://rei.pxf.io/WymzjG Kula Cloth: https://alnk.to/2jPgvsQ Garmin InReach Mini 2: https://rei.pxf.io/DyrN7a SamBob Pride Hoodie: ​​https://alnk.to/31uiqMQ EE Torrid Jacket: https://alnk.to/gVO9Vf7 Pagosa Fireside Camp Slippers: https://rei.pxf.io/PO3gLX Some of the above links are affiliate links. If you choose to purchase something from the affiliate links, I may earn a small commission. This money goes straight back into making content for you! Miranda Goes Outside merch is now for sale! Get yours here: https://www.mirandagoesoutside.com/ Thank you so much to everyone who has supported me on Patreon! 💚 If you'd like to become a Patron and support my channel, click here: https://www.patreon.com/mirandagoesoutside The Miranda Goes Outside crew: Director, Producer, and Videographer: Rainer Golden Editor: Abby Hagan Editor: Katie Van Fleet Editor: Doug Linstedt Dog: Tucker Cat: Oscar Miranda: Miranda This video was filmed and edited by Rainer Golden! Follow me on IG @MirandaGoesOutside: https://www.instagram.com/mirandagoesoutside Find past Miranda in the Wild videos on REI Co-op's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@rei Like, Subscribe, Comment, and tune in (almost) weekly for more Miranda Goes Outside! Backpacking the Goldfield Mountains in Arizona - Triple Arch Trail! #backpacking #fall #winter #hiking #camping #2025 #adventure #travel #mirandagoesoutside #mirandainthewild #arizona