From the city of Globe take highway 70 east for about 20 minutes -- you’ll see the Apache Gold Casino Resort, airstrip and wood yard – then watch for milepost #268, and a left turn onto the dirt road that leads you up-and-over Peridot Mesa. The road onto the mesa is unmarked; watch for a guardrail at the left-hand turnoff, and a wide parking area – and a sign with the friendly reminder that a tribal recreation permit is required by law.

So, first? Drive past milepost #268 and buy your recreation permit – the Recreation and Wildlife Department is another few miles past the mesa, its also a left turn off Highway 70 
**watch for Noline’s gas station and store – the Rec & Wildlife office is just east of Noline’s

Walk carefully on the slopes of fractured volcanic rock – and March is the month that Arizona reptiles begin to emerge from winter hibernation, including rattlesnakes. Its best to stay on roads and paths, be extra careful and always listen to your surroundings. Wear closed-toed shoes and be extra cautious if you venture off-trail.