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1,855 AEG |
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| no partners | | | Sedona was calling me, and I wanted to see Damifino Trail itself. I dropped down from the highway, waded through the chilly autumn water of Oak Creek, and started up Casner Canyon. I climbed toward Mitten Ridge on Damifino, thoroughly enjoying the trek and my surroundings. The approach to the saddle on Mitten Ridge was epic, just as exciting as I had hoped. The saddle itself offered an amazing view. The surrounding mountains and ridges were bathed in brilliant gold sunset light, and framed by towering red sandstone. I wanted to see more and get in a longer hike. After a futile attempt to descend to Bear Wallow Canyon and the Munds Wagon Trail directly below, I went east on what is now officially signed as the "Overhang Trail", and followed it to the Cowpies Trail. It was pretty much dark when I reached Schnebly Hill road. If only I had started earlier. Oh well, I was committed now. I continued down the road and Munds Wagon Trail in the darkness, eventually turning north onto Huckaby Trail. The lights of Sedona illuminated the area's cliffs rather well. Passing Allen's Bend/Grasshopper Point, I was happy to reach my truck. I had dinner under the stars above Midgely Bridge, then headed for home. |
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