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| Hiking | 12.29 Miles |
2,974 AEG |
| | Hiking | 12.29 Miles | 5 Hrs 6 Mns | | 2.74 mph |
| 2,974 ft AEG | 37 Mns Break | 12 LBS Pack | | |
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| partners | | Rob had never been to the top of Skull Mesa and we were looking for a bit of a workout, nearby.
Perfect weather for the climb up. We sook the short cut trail on the way up and Cottonwood #247 to Cave Creek Trail #4 on the way back. I like this selection, because the shortcut trail gives you a steady climb, where the Cottonwood Trail does more roller coasting. The views on the Cottonwood trail are better IMHO. So going down, you get to enjoy them more.
We passed a few hikers on the way up, including Beatrice from Switzerland. She was looking for some help finding her way to the #248 trail to the top. Up top, we had some lunch and chatted with her for awhile. She and her husband have been traveling the USA to determine where they want to retire. They've settled on the valley. She's an avid hiker.
All trails were in great shape and easy to follow. With a little work, we were able to keep our feet dry on all Cave Creek crossings on the return trip. |
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There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness."
Dave Barry  |
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