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Wasson Peak Loop - 26 members in 121 triplogs have rated this an average 3.5 ( 1 to 5 best )
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Feb 21 2026
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52 male
 Joined Sep 18 2002
 Tempe, AZ
Wasson Peak LoopTucson, AZ
Wasson Peak Loop
Tucson, AZ
Hiking avatar Feb 21 2026
chumley • Triplogs 2,039
Hiking8.10 Miles 1,904 AEG
Hiking8.10 Miles   2 Hrs   53 Mns   2.95 mph
1,904 ft AEG      8 Mns Break
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Found a good reason be be in the greater Tucson area and decided to make a second trip up Wasson Peak, this time via a new route (to me) King Canyon Trail. Despite the description page here on HAZ I'll hold a no King's protest; it's singular, no s, no apostrophe. It's also sorta boring, but that's been my opinion of almost all the trails in SNPW. There's some pretty desert out here, but nothing remarkable and I do sometimes wonder how this ever earned national park status.

King and Sweetwater are drab rocky desert. That upper stretch of Hugh Norris from the King junction down to Sendero is the highlight stretch. Sendero and Gould are back to hot, rocky, hell. Ticked up to 71 for our finish, which shouldn't be unpleasant in theory, but in reality is sorta warm. Rawr.
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Feb 20 2026
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50 male
 Joined Jun 20 2003
 Tucson, AZ
Wasson Peak LoopTucson, AZ
Wasson Peak Loop
Tucson, AZ
Hiking avatar Feb 20 2026
fricknaley • Triplogs 4,262
Hiking9.10 Miles 2,152 AEG
Hiking9.10 Miles   2 Hrs   35 Mns   3.90 mph
2,152 ft AEG      15 Mns Break5 LBS Pack
 
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had to park at the picnic area. storm came through on the way up. got nicer on the way down
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229522
Nov 23 2025
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50 male
 Joined Jun 20 2003
 Tucson, AZ
Wasson Peak LoopTucson, AZ
Wasson Peak Loop
Tucson, AZ
Hiking avatar Nov 23 2025
fricknaley • Triplogs 4,262
Hiking7.80 Miles 1,858 AEG
Hiking7.80 Miles   2 Hrs   36 Mns   3.14 mph
1,858 ft AEG      7 Mns Break5 LBS Pack
 
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Nice and cool day. Perfect for wasson
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May 10 2025
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54 male
 Joined Feb 19 2015
 Phoenix
King Canyon TrailTucson, AZ
King Canyon Trail
Tucson, AZ
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bjonson • Triplogs 292
Hiking9.45 Miles 2,318 AEG
Hiking9.45 Miles   3 Hrs   16 Mns   2.91 mph
2,318 ft AEG      1 Min Break
 
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Feb 15 2025
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Wasson Peak LoopTucson, AZ
Wasson Peak Loop
Tucson, AZ
Hiking avatar Feb 15 2025
pseudalpine • Triplogs 1,543
Hiking7.89 Miles 2,045 AEG
Hiking7.89 Miles   2 Hrs   48 Mns   3.05 mph
2,045 ft AEG      13 Mns Break
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221346
Jan 14 2025
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50 male
 Joined Jun 20 2003
 Tucson, AZ
Wasson Peak LoopTucson, AZ
Wasson Peak Loop
Tucson, AZ
Hiking avatar Jan 14 2025
fricknaley • Triplogs 4,262
Hiking8.40 Miles 2,015 AEG
Hiking8.40 Miles   2 Hrs   42 Mns   3.27 mph
2,015 ft AEG      8 Mns Break5 LBS Pack
 
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Gould Mine Trail Loop
King Canyon - Peak 4236 Loop
Sendero Esperanza Trail - Saguaro NP West
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Nice and chilly. Not very crowded. Really nice day
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Nov 24 2024
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50 male
 Joined Jun 20 2003
 Tucson, AZ
Wasson Peak LoopTucson, AZ
Wasson Peak Loop
Tucson, AZ
Hiking avatar Nov 24 2024
fricknaley • Triplogs 4,262
Hiking8.00 Miles 2,030 AEG
Hiking8.00 Miles   2 Hrs   28 Mns   3.36 mph
2,030 ft AEG      5 Mns Break
 
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up gould mine/esperanza/hugh norris, down the old roadbed. nice day!
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219335
Apr 05 2024
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67 female
 Joined Nov 17 2008
 phoenix, az
Wasson Peak LoopTucson, AZ
Wasson Peak Loop
Tucson, AZ
Hiking avatar Apr 05 2024
trekkin_gecko • Triplogs 4,837
Hiking8.03 Miles 1,958 AEG
Hiking8.03 Miles   3 Hrs   12 Mns   2.72 mph
1,958 ft AEG      15 Mns Break
 
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Linda and I originally planned to hike a Wasson peak loop from Hugh Norris trailhead
But, the trailhead was closed due to a rabid fox in the area
We did the shorter version from king's canyon trailhead
Got going around 0845 up king's canyon trail, then the spur to the peak
Took a snack break and admired the views
Lots of wildflowers along the way
Heliotrope, desert chicory, poppies and lupine
A nice enhancement for the hike
Took Hugh Norris, Sendero Esperanza and Gould mine trails to close the loop
Windy, comfortable temps
Quite a few people hiking
Very enjoyable hike
Thanks for driving linda
No rabid foxes were seen today :scared:
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Apr 05 2024
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 Joined Dec 24 2007
 Ahwatukee, AZ
Wasson Peak LoopTucson, AZ
Wasson Peak Loop
Tucson, AZ
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LindaAnn • Triplogs 2,791
Hiking7.89 Miles 1,865 AEG
Hiking7.89 Miles   3 Hrs   13 Mns   2.66 mph
1,865 ft AEG      15 Mns Break
 
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Original plan was to hit Wasson from the Hugh Norris Trailhead. A bitey fox changed those planes, as the lower half of Hugh Norris was closed. Headed over to King Canyon trailhead and got started from there a few minutes later.

Headed up King Canyon. Steady incline, but moderate. The trail is in good condition. Tons of flowers and varieties, which was a nice surprise. Windy at times, but it felt nice.

Took a short snack break at the summit of Wasson. Had to settle for pastrami today since I was all out of steak, but I survived. Headed down Hugh Norris Trail (the open part), then down Sendero Esperanza and Gould Mine. Again, lots of flowers. Saw a fair amount of hikers on all the trails. I like this loop, and would hike it more often if it was a slightly shorter drive. Good day, and always fun to hike with Kelly.
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Nov 17 2023
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 Joined Jun 20 2003
 Tucson, AZ
Saguaro Scenic Route, AZ 
Saguaro Scenic Route, AZ
 
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fricknaley • Triplogs 4,262
Run/Jog20.30 Miles 4,101 AEG
Run/Jog20.30 Miles   4 Hrs   58 Mns   4.30 mph
4,101 ft AEG      15 Mns Break7 LBS Pack
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King Canyon Trail
Wasson Peak Loop
Sendero Esperanza Trail - Saguaro NP West
Hugh Norris Trail
Gould Mine Trail Loop
Sweetwater Trail
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Two loops starting from Kings Canyon. Up gould mine, then esperanza to the TH. ran the dirt roads back to Hugh Norris TH. Took that to esperanza junction and back to car. Then back up Gould mine and Kings to Sweetwater to Wasson. Down Hugh Norris to Esperanza and back on Kings.

Pretty nice weather though very humid. Felt pretty good
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Sep 10 2023
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50 male
 Joined Jun 20 2003
 Tucson, AZ
Wasson Peak LoopTucson, AZ
Wasson Peak Loop
Tucson, AZ
Run/Jog avatar Sep 10 2023
fricknaley • Triplogs 4,262
Run/Jog9.40 Miles 2,014 AEG
Run/Jog9.40 Miles   2 Hrs   22 Mns   4.37 mph
2,014 ft AEG      13 Mns Break5 LBS Pack
 
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from Kings Canyon TH. Went up gould mine then over to kings canyon and to the summit. Came down hugh norris. ran about 1/2 mile past esperanza intersection then came back and went down that, then gould mine back to TH

Way hotter than it needed to be at 730 and it was over 100 when i finished :sweat:

Did see a few people, not many, but more than i expected
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Mar 11 2023
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50 male
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 Tucson, AZ
Wasson Loop, AZ 
Wasson Loop, AZ
 
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fricknaley • Triplogs 4,262
Run/Jog17.26 Miles 2,854 AEG
Run/Jog17.26 Miles   4 Hrs   8 Mns   4.35 mph
2,854 ft AEG      10 Mns Break7 LBS Pack
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Started at Camboh. Took that out to panther peak wash junction then back to golden gate road and ran that out to esperanza TH. esperanza - hugh norris to wasson summit - kings canyon - esperanza - golden gate - camboh

Warm day. Stretches with a lot of flowers. Lot of people out
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Feb 18 2023
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 Joined Jan 18 2011
 In the Wild
Wasson Peak LoopTucson, AZ
Wasson Peak Loop
Tucson, AZ
Hiking avatar Feb 18 2023
Lucyan • Triplogs 1,480
Hiking10.00 Miles 2,000 AEG
Hiking10.00 Miles
2,000 ft AEG
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Feb 11 2023
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 Tucson, AZ
Wasson Peak LoopTucson, AZ
Wasson Peak Loop
Tucson, AZ
Hiking avatar Feb 11 2023
azhikerkg • Triplogs 5
Hiking8.00 Miles 1,858 AEG
Hiking8.00 Miles   4 Hrs      2.00 mph
1,858 ft AEG10 LBS Pack
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Hiked Wasson Peak via King Canyon Trailhead. I read a few reports that the other trailheads had some car break ins (I think it was the Sweetwater Trailhead). It was a popular trail that day, with nearly the entire parking lot full. The trail is in great repair with well-labeled signs. Lots of people at the summit. On the way back to the parking lot (via a loop), we either missed part of the trail or we had to walk on the road. When I checked my Gaia app, it looks like the last 100 yards or so are indeed on the road back to the parking lot, so heads up on that. The road is wide with a shoulder, so it wasn't a big deal, but just be aware in case you go that way.
 
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Dec 30 2022
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 Joined Mar 01 2009
 Aztec, NM
Wasson Peak LoopTucson, AZ
Wasson Peak Loop
Tucson, AZ
 Hiking avatar Dec 30 2022
Pivo • Triplogs 4,374
 Hiking8.24 Miles 1,844 AEG
 Hiking8.24 Miles   3 Hrs   1 Min   2.73 mph
1,844 ft AEG10 LBS Pack
 
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Dec 30 2022
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 Joined Sep 18 2009
 Tucson, AZ
Wasson Peak LoopTucson, AZ
Wasson Peak Loop
Tucson, AZ
Hiking avatar Dec 30 2022
GrottoGirl • Triplogs 1,634
Hiking8.06 Miles 1,892 AEG
Hiking8.06 Miles   3 Hrs   26 Mns   2.67 mph
1,892 ft AEG      25 Mns Break
 
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202152
Nov 17 2022
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 Aztec, NM
Wasson Peak LoopTucson, AZ
Wasson Peak Loop
Tucson, AZ
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Pivo • Triplogs 4,374
Hiking8.31 Miles 1,933 AEG
Hiking8.31 Miles   3 Hrs   22 Mns   2.47 mph
1,933 ft AEG10 LBS Pack
 
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Nov 14 2022
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 Seattle, WA
Wasson Peak LoopTucson, AZ
Wasson Peak Loop
Tucson, AZ
Hiking avatar Nov 14 2022
dhelder • Triplogs 71
Hiking8.00 Miles 1,858 AEG
Hiking8.00 Miles
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1st trip
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Oct 15 2022
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 Tucson, AZ
Wasson Peak LoopTucson, AZ
Wasson Peak Loop
Tucson, AZ
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azdesertfather • Triplogs 1,163
Hiking7.70 Miles 1,850 AEG
Hiking7.70 Miles   2 Hrs   59 Mns   2.82 mph
1,850 ft AEG      15 Mns Break
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Great day for Wasson! Arrived at 10am and had to wait a half hour for a storm to blow over, then Michelle and I started. Pretty humid for the first hour or so, then it dried out.

I'M EXCITED that as I logged this trip, my AEG on hikearizona.com tipped the 1,000,000 feet mark. Finally!!
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Apr 13 2022
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 Aztec, NM
Wasson Peak LoopTucson, AZ
Wasson Peak Loop
Tucson, AZ
Hiking avatar Apr 13 2022
Pivo • Triplogs 4,374
Hiking8.12 Miles 1,821 AEG
Hiking8.12 Miles   3 Hrs   17 Mns   2.47 mph
1,821 ft AEG10 LBS Pack
 
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