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Natural Bridge Trail - Chiricahua N.M.
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Natural Bridge Trail - Chiricahua N.M.Tucson, AZ
Tucson, AZ
Hiking4.68 Miles 968 AEG
Hiking4.68 Miles
968 ft AEG
 
1st trip
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Day 3 of our 8-day Southeastern AZ road trip.

Had a quick breakfast in camp before heading out for this hike. No cars at the little pull-out trailhead, and we'd see no one on the trail either.

The start is just a slog uphill through the burned out area. Definitely got the lungs pumping. Once on top it was fun crossing the plateau with nice long views west. Saw the first deer of the many we'd see during the day. Dropped down into the next drainage and enjoyed some shade in the pine grove that wasn't effected by the fire. Surprisingly a good bit of water as well.

The bridge is a nice little treat at the end of the trail. Took a short break to admire nature's handiwork and headed back. Lots more trails to do before the day was done.

Saw a small black bear just west of the trailhead. MJ's first bear in the wild. He was quite plump and healthy and only interested in putting distance between us and him.
 Geology
 Geology [ checklist ]
[ checklist ]  Rhyolite
 Named place
 Named place [ checklist ]
[ checklist ]  Chiricahua Natural Bridge
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Wildflowers Observation Moderate

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