Historic
Pinal County, AZ
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Small desert butte above Florence capped by a stone pyramid tomb for Charles D. Poston—'Father of Arizona'—who promoted the Arizona Territory and is buried on the summit. A short, steep public preserve trail climbs from Hunt Highway to the tomb and wide views of the middle Gila Valley.
| Region | Pinal County, AZ |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 33.0553, -111.4088 |
| Elevation | Summit about 1,748 ft |
| Memorial | Pyramid tomb of Charles D. Poston |
| Trail | Short out-and-back from Hunt Highway trailhead |
| Manager | Town of Florence / Poston Butte Preserve |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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