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| Hiking | 7.21 Miles |
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| | Hiking | 7.21 Miles | 4 Hrs 43 Mns | | 1.91 mph |
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I took the classic route up the Carney Spring trail to West Boulder Saddle. I started at the Peralta TH at 0745, taking the road walk to Lost Goldmine trail and then up to the saddle. I always think I'm ready for that uphill grind.  I took a break at the false saddle, then another at West Boulder Saddle before continuing on.
Once at the Roost, I took a break, signed the register that I never noticed before, marveled at the natural funnel shape and wondered how much water flows through here during a monsoon downpour. I wouldn't want to be in there.
When I reached Fremont Saddle, I met a group calling themselves the "Lady's Hiking Club." When they saw me descend from the hoodoos west of the saddle, they asked if there were more hiking opportunities up there. Yes, I told them, and proceeded with a short run down of my hike today, along with a few other hikes available from Fremont Saddle.
After taking yet another break, this time to eat something, I decided that taking the Cave Trail back would not work today. I was done with uphill stuff, so I took the Peralta Trail back to the trailhead.
The Carney Spring trail was brushy but not prickly. Same with the route from WB Saddle to the Roost. Shorts and T-shirts are fine. The Peralta Trail was recently brushed and is looking good.
Wonderful hike. Streaky clouds with a bright blue sky, nice breeze through most of the hike. Gorgeous! |
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