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 Yuma - Northeast
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Difficulty 3    Route Finding
Distance Round Trip 4.3 miles
Trailhead Elevation 499 feet
Elevation Gain 1,227 feet
Avg Time Round Trip 3 hours
Author Tealpwraz
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It's steep!
by Tealpwraz

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There are a few paths that lead up to the mountain. Once there you will go around a gate and start walking up a concrete path. It is a steep walk so be prepared with comfortable shoes, sunscreen and pleanty of water. Once up at the top you will enjoy views of Yuma and Wellton. Take your time to enjoy a small break, sign the guest book and eat a snack before you head back down. On the walk down, take your time. Remember you will be walking on concrete which can be hard on the joints.

For the more adventurous hiker, you might enjoy a trail that goes up the side of the mountain. It's harder to find from the bottom, but once up at the top, you can find it on the left side of the road as you start your decent. As always, watch where you put your hands and where you step. As it gets warmer, the wildlife will be more active. Also beware of the loose rock under your feet. It's very slippery and some rocks that look like they are sturdy are actually lite and very movable. Again, be careful.

During the spring you can enjoy many of the wildflowers in blume as well as the blumes of the ocotillos and prickly pear cactus.

I recommend that you head to Telegraph Pass early in the morning come spring. It starts to heat up early in Yuma.

To get to the trailhead, take I8 to Foothill Blvd go north and turn right onto the North Frontage Road. Follow road until it dead ends. If you have a vehicle that can handle rough, rocky roads you can turn right onto a path that will get you closer to the trail heads.
- Mar 17 2009 Tealpwraz

Directions Preferred Months Jan Feb Mar Apr
Water / Source:No, you need to bring your own,
Preferred Start8 AM Cell Phone SignalYes Sunrise5:34am Sunset7:35pm
Road / VehicleFR / Dirt Road / Gravel - Car Okay
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None

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To hike
Take I8 to Foothill Blvd go north and turn right onto the North Frontage Road. Follow road until it dead ends. If you have a vehicle that can handle rough, rocky roads you can turn left onto a path that will get you closer to the trail heads.
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WARNING! Hiking and outdoor related sports can be dangerous. Be responsible and prepare for the trip. Study the area you are entering and plan accordingly. Dress for the current and unexpected weather changes. Take plenty of water. Never go alone. Make an itinerary with your plan(s), route(s), destination(s) and expected return time. Give your itinerary to trusted family and/or friends.
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