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 Joined Dec 24 2007
 Ahwatukee, AZ
Spattercone Nature TrailNorthern, CA
Northern, CA
Hiking avatar Jun 23 2017
LindaAnnTriplogs 2,600
Hiking1.90 Miles 241 AEG
Hiking1.90 Miles   1 Hour   19 Mns   1.65 mph
241 ft AEG      10 Mns Break
 
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After checking in to the motel and eating an early dinner, the kids and I checked out the nearly Spattercone trail. It's a less than two mile, easy loop through a nice concentration of volcanic features. There's a pamphlet you can pick up at the trailhead and follow in conjenction with the numbered stops along the trail.

We got started late afternoon to temps still in the 90s, and my whinier child immediately accused me of child abuse. Luckily, the trail held enough interest to make the kids quickly forget the heat. We followed the loop clockwise, plus made a few off trail explorations when we saw anything that looked interesting.

We saw no other people out on this trail, and I ended up being pleasantly surprised with what it had to offer--definitely worth a stop if you're in the area.
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average hiking speed 1.65 mph

WARNING! Hiking and outdoor related sports can be dangerous. Be responsible and prepare for the trip. Study the area you are entering and plan accordingly. Dress for the current and unexpected weather changes. Take plenty of water. Never go alone. Make an itinerary with your plan(s), route(s), destination(s) and expected return time. Give your itinerary to trusted family and/or friends.

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