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Saddle Mountain - AZT #22, AZ

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Difficulty 4.5 of 5
Distance One Way 16.6 miles
Trailhead Elevation 3,439 feet
Elevation Gain 2,330 feet
Accumulated Gain 4,400 feet
Kokopelli Seeds 31.26
 Backpack Yes & Connecting
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3  2023-02-16 mazatzal
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6  2023-01-26 mazatzal
9  2022-12-20 Sredfield
4  2022-12-20 mazatzal
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Preferred Nov, Mar, - -, - - → 7 AM
Sun  6:42am - 6:31pm
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Passage 22 begins a long stretch through the Mazatzal Wilderness, which will continue through Passage 25. The Mazatzal Mountains are a diverse range defined by craggy peaks, serpentine canyons, and solitude.


The trail follows singletrack through thick manzanita and mountain shrubs. It features verdant hillsides, winding canyons, and craggy peaks. It passes by seeps and springs, and briefly follows Sycamore Creek.

The trail continues north through scrub oak and crosses a streambed in a charming valley under idyllic white cliffs. It skirts the side of Saddle Mountain, traversing through hillsides and rolling grasslands. It climbs up to Thicket Spring and continues along a rocky ascent to the junction with the Mazatzal Divide Trail #23 and the end of the passage.

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This is a more difficult hike. It would be unwise to attempt this without prior experience hiking.

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2022-12-22 HAZ_Hikebot

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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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