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| Backpack | 24.00 Miles |
3,031 AEG |
| | Backpack | 24.00 Miles | 1 Day 5 Hrs | | |
| 3,031 ft AEG | | 22 LBS Pack | | |
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| no partners | | As part of AZT in a Day 2021, I hiked the Saddle Ridge section, the now decommissioned section of the AZT down to Segment 25, and then on down 6 miles of the AZT #25 to the East Verde River. I camped at Polk Spring, which is a pretty nice spot. The next day I reversed my trek.
At many places along the route, the grass and flowers had overtaken the trail, even hiding the cairns, I had to pay attention to make sure I did not get off track. All in all, this is a pretty segment, with good views of the Mazatzals much of the way.
The road directions to the Twin Buttes TH (linked) were helpful. Beware there may be a huge puddle in the road, of uncertain depth, just where it leaves Strawberry. I was glad I had my Cherokee. |
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Wildflowers Observation Moderate
The top part of the trail was overwhelmed with fields of Goldeneye, Heliomeris Longfolia var annua. I also saw a smattering of Mexican Creeping Zinnia (Sanvitalia Procumbens), Tansyleaf tansyaster (Machaeranthera tanacetifolia), and white prickly poppy. |
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Polk Spring |
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Gallon + per minute |
| | | The water pours out of the ground and feeds a cute little stream alongside the campsite. |
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Red Saddle Tank |
Dry |
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| | | Totally dry. Saw some very disappointed cows and horses here hoping for water. |
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Rock Creek |
Medium flow |
Medium flow |
| | | Good flow where it empties into East Verde River. |
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Whiterock Spring |
Dripping |
Dripping |
| | Tank was completely full. Some algae in the bottom, but clear on top.
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