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| | Hiking | 4.20 Miles | 2 Hrs 30 Mns | | 1.68 mph |
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| partners | | Jason was looking for a quick hike nearby we could manage prior to the broiler oven starting up. We decided that Wedding Cake would be a good option. Short and scenic. We started up about 530am. The parking at the Hieroglyphic Trailhead had a few cars and braves souls when we started out, but it was about what I expected this time of year.
I have been up to this cool little hill multiple times and kept telling Jason it was a nice and easy climb up. Funny how my mind always filters out the crazy stuff. Working our way along the Lost Goldmine Trail over to the side trail that takes you to the top was the usual mild up and down. It was the instant up and more up that followed that reminded me that most of the elevation gain on this hike is compacted into less than a mile to the top. Oh well, it's a quick jaunt up from the LGM trail either way.
We had shade all the way until we made it to the little saddle after the first climb. Once in the sun, even before 7am, we could feel the heat starting up. We made it to the top, soaked in the cool views and enjoyed a "wake" of buzzards that were riding the thermals in-between perches. Fugly birds close up, but so graceful in the air. The effortless soaring and turning is hypnotic to watch. After a brief rest, we started back to the TH.
I like this little hill. It's short, has some elevation and great views. Thanks for coming along Jason. It’s always a pleasure to get in a hike with ya. |
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