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Apr 22 2024
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Rincon PeakTucson, AZ
Rincon Peak
Tucson, AZ
Hiking avatar Apr 22 2024
LindaAnn • Triplogs 2,825
Hiking16.24 Miles 4,621 AEG
Hiking16.24 Miles   9 Hrs   16 Mns   1.96 mph
4,621 ft AEG      59 Mns Break
 
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Miller Creek Trail #28
Heartbreak Ridge Trail
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Kelly & I got started from the Miller Creek TH around 0720. Temps around 60, sunny, no breeze. Several easy water crossings in the first mile. Straightforward climb up to the ridge. Definitely felt warm. Noticed some areas of erosion, but overall the trail is in decent shape. Passed two NPS backpackers.

Took a break at Happy Valley Campground, enjoying the shade from the trees. Headed south on Heartbreak Ridge, passing the two backpackers again. They said they were doing an owl count, which sounds to me like a big waste of taxpayer money. Better use of time would be clearing deadfall from the trail to the peak.

The trail up to Rincon is in okay shape. About five trees to climb over or around. Soaked my shirt in some water to cool off, which was quite nice. Honestly, I hate the top mile of this trail every time I’m on it. I whined my way up it because I know the summit is worth the effort. Once finally up top, we ate lunch and enjoyed the views. Saw a few tiny patches of snow.

The descent wasn’t too bad, about three spots where the ground is really loose. Saw two deer. Heard the backpackers again, but didn’t see them. Even though it goes faster, heading back down from the summit to the trailhead feels as long as the ascent. But at least you can breathe and enjoy the views. Scooped up about 1.5 liters of water to supplement the 4 liters I had brought with me. Ended up drinking 5 liters on the hike. Had more shade on the way down Miller Creek Trail. Saw one snake not too far from the trailhead. Temp was 90 when we finished.

Great day, and a great hike. I would have preferred cooler temps, but I knew it was going to be warm. The road is in okay shape, no clearance issues, but there are several pools of water to cross that would not be sedan friendly at the moment. The drive back to Phoenix was surprisingly light traffic the entire way. Thanks, Kelly, for joining me on this one!
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Plenty of water along Miller Canyon/Creek
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