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| no partners | | I had a short time window on Sunday, so I opted for a quick sunrise hike up this cool little peak(s). I was hoping for a vibrant sunrise, but the lower clouds made it very subtle.
The backburn from the Siphon Fire last year really roasted this area. The flames made it all the way up to the top of the first peak. The views are still stunning either way. The "trail" for what it's worth was easier to follow now that most of the vegetation along it are gone or crispy. I noticed most of the cairns at the start were knocked down.
In spite of the lower elevation compared to nearby peaks, this location really offers a stunning 360-degree view of the area. The mountain, Weavers Needle, Geronimo Head/Malapais & Battleship, Canyon Lake, Four Peaks and a full view of the Goldfields are all there.
I got up on top a little before sunrise and was treated to a very fast and limited pre-dawn color display. I had to wait for my obligatory sunstar photos. Mr Sun finally emerged and was able to get a few in. Once the sun went behind the clouds, I headed back down the same way I came up. I skipped the other peaks, but they all offer some interesting views as well. |
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