The rattlesnake is far more dangerous to man than any other animal in the Superstition Wilderness. There are six rattlesnakes found in the area. It is only in the desert of the Southwest that we can find a rock that floats in water and wood that will sink in water. The density of Ironwood is far greater than the density of water, therefore Ironwood sinks to the bottom when placed in water. Volcanic pumice will float in water because its density is less than that of water.
Pumice has many air pockets in it which helps it float in water.
The elevation of the Superstition Wilderness Area varies from about 1,800 feet above sea level in Boulder Canyon to 6,242 feet above sea level at Mound Mountain. Mound Mountain is the highest point in the Superstition Wilderness Area. There are numerous peaks that exceed 5,000 feet in elevation within the boundaries of the wilderness. These peaks include Tortilla Mountain, Reavis Mountain, Pinto Peak, White Mountain, Superstition Mountain, Two Bar Mountain and Iron Mountain. The two most recognized landmarks of the Superstition Wilderness are Superstition Mountain and Weaver's Needle.