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| Hiking | 8.36 Miles |
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| | Hiking | 8.36 Miles | 2 Hrs 56 Mns | | 2.85 mph |
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| no partners | | Started 7:15am from the Tonto Ranger Station. Cool and clear, about 40 degrees with no breeze. After yesterday's hike from the ranger station south, I headed north toward FH 1058 and Sears Kay Ranch. This was one of the more enjoyable sections of the Maricopa Trail for me. A good workout, lots of rolling hills, very few flat spots, good views. It's about 4.25-4.5 miles from the ranger station to FH 1058. I stopped at around 4.25 miles where the trail switches down to Camp Creek. Looked like there were about 8 people doing maintenance work on the trail on the other side of the creek.
Only saw the 8 workers and then 7 other hikers in Camp Creek on the way back. Not a lot exciting to report in the way of wildlife, other than quail, rabbits, a couple ground squirrels.
Maybe some of the more knowledgeable Maricopa Trail hikers ( @DarthStiller ?) can help me. I've hiked from the Tonto Ranger Station north to FH 1058. Is there any place to park near where the MT meets FH 1058? I've checked the area around Sears Kay Ranch on the west side and there doesn't seem to be any point of real access to the trail. On the east side I tried to scout from Horseshoe Lake Rd. but the gate to the dirt road coming from the east was closed and chained. If it's possible, I'd like to use the area near FH1058 to park and hike about 4-5 miles north toward Bronco. Then later on park at Bronco and go about 4-5 miles south. Any suggestions appreciated! |
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