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Lousley Hill Trail - MMRP - 4 members in 21 triplogs have rated this an average 2.3 ( 1 to 5 best )
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Dec 26 2023
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56 male
 Joined Jul 05 2006
 Mesa, AZ
Escondido Trail - MMRPPhoenix, AZ
Escondido Trail - MMRP
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Dec 26 2023
DarthStiller • Triplogs 856
Hiking11.07 Miles 1,129 AEG
Hiking11.07 Miles   4 Hrs   13 Mns   2.63 mph
1,129 ft AEG
 
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I was planning to do this hike last month but when I started the lightning storms from the night before hadn't quit yet, so I modified it. This time I got the loop in and also did Lousley Hill, which has really nice 360 views. Dark when I started, sunny but still cool when I finished. Felt noticeably cooler on Lousley Hill. Not much traffic on the trails since it was a Tuesday, busier when I finished up.
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Nov 25 2023
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55 male
 Joined Oct 24 2010
 Phoenix,Az
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRPPhoenix, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRP
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Nov 25 2023
mt98dew • Triplogs 2,387
Hiking1.32 Miles 264 AEG
Hiking1.32 Miles      34 Mns   2.33 mph
264 ft AEG
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Second hike of the “Daily Double.” My goal is to revisit parks that I’ve completed to stay in touch with the area. It is a bit of a drive to get out to Fountain Hills so this was an ideal add on to make the drive worthwhile. Lousley is probably one of the more rugged trails in MMRP. It is a short trail with a decent incline, but it is very rocky. This is one of the few stand alone trails in the park, though the Escondido briefly crosses it at the beginning. No wildlife and had the trail to myself. However, this is near a campground and there were quite a few people camping nearby. Good TD.
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Dec 06 2021
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56 male
 Joined Jul 04 2016
 Phoenix, AZ
Pemberton Trail - MMRPPhoenix, AZ
Pemberton Trail - MMRP
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Dec 06 2021
tdwood • Triplogs 60
Hiking6.13 Miles 510 AEG
Hiking6.13 Miles   2 Hrs   56 Mns   2.47 mph
510 ft AEG      27 Mns Break
 
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On my last visit to Cave Creek Regional Park, I purchased one of them nifty annual passes for the Maricopa County Parks System. Time to get my money's worth, by gum! I figured I would visit them in clockwise fashion starting from CCRP and immediately goofed the plan all up by visiting McDowell Mountain RP next, forgetting that Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area is also part of the system ](*,)

As an iOS Route Scooter, this was also an opportunity to help the dev team by putting RS through some tests. I only had one issue where, after deviating from the downloaded route, RS couldn't find me again when I returned to it at a point further along. Closing and reopening the app did the trick.

Initially, I had intended to do a return loop on Scenic Trail but wasn't ready to start back so soon.

At the start, Pemberton had a bit more MTBs than I'm comfortable with, which is really any number at all. A childhood incident where I was hit by a cyclist from behind while walking still haunts me almost fifty years later and I find myself constantly looking over my shoulder. Maybe I should get one of those tiny little postage stamp sized rearview mirrors they use?

Escondido trail was much quieter. Only one cyclist and no other human sightings.

I had Lousley Hill all to myself. This seems like it would be a sweet spot to return to the next time there's snow on the mountains.

On the return, a nice bunch of wispy clouds provided some welcome diffusion of the sun's rays. Didn't see another soul until I got back on Pemberton.

I'll definitely return but would likely choose other options to minimize my time on Pemberton, being the main arterial route that it is.
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Jun 20 2021
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59 male
 Joined Oct 07 2017
 Chandler, AZ
Verde Trail - MMRPPhoenix, AZ
Verde Trail - MMRP
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Jun 20 2021
Yoder • Triplogs 273
Hiking8.60 Miles 950 AEG
Hiking8.60 Miles   3 Hrs   7 Mns   3.25 mph
950 ft AEG      28 Mns Break10 LBS Pack
 
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Another night hike in the McDowell Mountain Regional Park. Decided to hit the north of the park. Wanted to do the Verde and North Trails. Also noticed that HAZ didn't have a GPS trail for Lousley Hill Loop, so I figured I would pop over and get that. Nursery Tank Trail is right in the area so I figured I would see if there was anything to see there (Doubtful, given the time of year)

Verde Trailhead Parking - To get to the park you have to go into a gated community when you turn onto North Tonto Verde Drive road (off of North Fort McDowell Road). Gate was closed when I got there(sometime after 9:30pm). I drove around to see if there was another access point to the road, and there doesn't seem to be one. Luckily, when I drove past the entrance the second time, someone was entering, so I tailgated them and got past the gate. Not sure if the gate is closed during the day, but something to think about. I'm thinking this community thinks this trailhead if just for them. If you can get in, the gate will open automatically going out, so you don't have to worry about getting trapped.

Anyhow got to the trailhead at 10:11pm, temp was a toasty 96 degrees, dropped the fee in the self-pay box and started on the hike.

The planned hike is as detailed below, making for a 8.6 mile hike with 1 mile on the road, and 0.4 miles in a wash to get to all of the trails.

Although it was a "Warm" night, the hike went pretty much without issue, Didn't see anything at Nursery Tank. Got back to the trailhead at 1:18am and headed out.

01. Verde Trail (Heading South) 1.2
02. Northern Loop (West Site) 1.9
03. Wash Exit (Heading South) 0.2
04. Lousley Drive North Road 0.2
05. Lousley Drive South Road 0.2
06. Lousley Hill Loop (Counter Clockwise) 1.3
07. Lousley Drive South Road 0.2
08. Nursery Tank Trail (There and back) 0.6
09. Lousley Drive South Road 0.1
10. McDowell Mountain Park Drive (Heading North) 0.3
11. Wash to N Loop (Heading North) 0.2
12. Northern Loop (East Side) 0.8
13. Verde Trail (Heading North) 1.2
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Oct 31 2020
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55 male
 Joined Oct 24 2010
 Phoenix,Az
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRPPhoenix, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRP
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Oct 31 2020
mt98dew • Triplogs 2,387
Hiking1.20 Miles 268 AEG
Hiking1.20 Miles      35 Mns   2.06 mph
268 ft AEG
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Hiking with the Javelina Jundred....long drive for a short hike. I was thinking of doing a different hike but ended up here. Turned out to be a good thing as I didn't have my hiking shoes with me and ended up hiking in my work shoes. I was surprised to find that Aravaipa was out there this weekend doing their Javelina Jundred run. The Lousley is a self contained trail, but a portion of it briefly crossed the route (Escondido Trail) for the runners. Disappointed to see only 2 runners while on the trail and maybe about 15 others while driving through the park.

The Lousley trail is one of the more isolated trails within the MMRP. The TH has enough parking for 7 vehicles. There is also more raking in the vicinity, mainly for camping, but enough room for overflow if that was ever required. The trail crosses the Escondido Trail and then a wash before splitting to start the loop. There are two old, faded plastic markers indicating where the trail splits. I opted to go CCW. This seemed to be the more direct route to climb the hill. It does numerous lazy switchbacks on its way to the top. There is a giant cairn at the top...I added a stone to the pile. Decent views for MMRP. Probably the best, most eastern viewing point in the park. The descent down the east side is more gradual. There is actually a railing at one of the bends where there is a steep drop off. The trail is a nice single track that is easy to follow. Loose, fist-sized rocks may it annoying, but not overly challenging to hike. Vegetation is minimal....mostly "browned" by the long hot summer. Beautiful sunrise for a hike. Clouds were given a pinkish hue by the morning light. Clouds, temps, breeze made for a very pleasant morning hike.
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Jul 15 2018
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63 male
 Joined Apr 22 2012
 Fountain Hills,
Shallmo-Pemberton-Escondido Loop - MMRP, AZ 
Shallmo-Pemberton-Escondido Loop - MMRP, AZ
 
Hiking avatar Jul 15 2018
KBKB • Triplogs 237
Hiking11.16 Miles 909 AEG
Hiking11.16 Miles   3 Hrs   48 Mns   2.98 mph
909 ft AEG      3 Mns Break
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An early morning loop hike in McDowell Mountain Regional Park...

Starting from Four Peaks TH / Horse Staging Area, I hiked Shallmo Wash Trail, Pemberton, and then Escondido. Midway along Escondido, I hiked the Lousley Hill loop, after which I finished on Escondido.

The morning was muggy (for AZ anyway) with temps in the low- to mid-eighties. I saw perhaps half a dozen mountain bikers, but no other trail users.

Despite the relatively cool conditions, I drank at least 4L of water.
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Mar 25 2018
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51 male
 Joined Jul 05 2008
 Gilbert, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRPPhoenix, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRP
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Mar 25 2018
adenium • Triplogs 697
Hiking1.23 Miles 268 AEG
Hiking1.23 Miles      42 Mns   1.76 mph
268 ft AEG
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Leisurely family stroll after spending a perfect night under the stars at MMRP.
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Jul 05 2016
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63 male
 Joined Apr 02 2005
 Mesa, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRPPhoenix, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRP
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Jul 05 2016
Tortoise_Hiker • Triplogs 3,652
Hiking1.30 Miles 268 AEG
Hiking1.30 Miles      24 Mns   3.25 mph
268 ft AEG
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I was in the area so I hit this trail too. It's a short loop climb up a little hill and back. Maybe I should have hit this one first. It has better views. :)
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Apr 24 2016
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51 male
 Joined Jul 05 2008
 Gilbert, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRPPhoenix, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRP
Phoenix, AZ
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adenium • Triplogs 697
Hiking1.23 Miles 268 AEG
Hiking1.23 Miles      30 Mns   2.46 mph
268 ft AEG
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Did a quick loop this morning with my kid before packing up and heading back to Gilbert. Nice views of the McDowell's this morning. Wish I had a decent camera.
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Apr 23 2016
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51 male
 Joined Jul 05 2008
 Gilbert, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRPPhoenix, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRP
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Apr 23 2016
adenium • Triplogs 697
Hiking1.60 Miles 268 AEG
Hiking1.60 Miles      22 Mns   4.36 mph
268 ft AEG
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Camping at McDowell with my kid. Did a quick trail run up Lousley Hill to make up for the massive steak I was going to consume for dinner.
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Feb 15 2015
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56 male
 Joined Jul 05 2006
 Mesa, AZ
Escondido Lousley Loops, AZ 
Escondido Lousley Loops, AZ
 
Hiking avatar Feb 15 2015
DarthStiller • Triplogs 856
Hiking11.80 Miles 800 AEG
Hiking11.80 Miles   4 Hrs   35 Mns   2.57 mph
800 ft AEG
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I went up to McDowell Mt. Park again to hit some of the newer trails that have been built. I started from the Four Peaks horse staging area instead of the usual trailhead at the end of Shallmo Drive to reduce the driving time. From there, I took the Escondido Trail north, did an out and back on the Cinch Trail that connects to the Scenic Trail, hiked the Lousley Hill trail lasso loop, back on Escondido, over to Pemberton and finished with the Shallmo Wash Trail back to the start, making one big loop. The first 2 hours it was mostly cloudy, but then then it cleared up and the sun came out, just before I got to the Lousley Hill trail and the nice views that gives.

The Escondido Trail is pretty nice. lots of zig zags as it heads north, paralleling McDowell Mt. Road. It's cut into the foothills and stays above the flats below for the most part, until it gets up to the north end. I had never done the Lousley Hill Trail before, and I really liked the views up there a lot. the Shallmo Wash trail was a bit of a slog, like most washes are. Glad I saved that one for last as some pebbles got into my boots during that last mile.

Finished up just after 11am almost doing 12 miles for the morning.
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Sep 10 2013
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46 male
 Joined Oct 19 2010
 Mesa, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRPPhoenix, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRP
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Sep 10 2013
Charger55 • Triplogs 573
Hiking1.23 Miles 268 AEG
Hiking1.23 Miles      30 Mns   2.46 mph
268 ft AEG
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With a chance of on-again off-again rain, McDowell Mountain Regional Park seemed like a good idea. I could do a few short hikes and be back at my car quickly if the skies opened up. Lousley Hill was the first stop, more of a leg-stretcher than anything. Nobody else was out there, just me and the lizards enjoying a cool breeze.
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Dec 03 2011
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39 female
 Joined Dec 02 2009
 Grand Canyon
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRPPhoenix, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRP
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Dec 03 2011
Hippy • Triplogs 662
Hiking1.23 Miles 268 AEG
Hiking1.23 Miles      35 Mns   2.11 mph
268 ft AEG
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We did a quick walk up Lousley Hill trail after our North Trail hike on the same day, good times! Got sprinkled on a little bit but enjoyed the beautiful view!!
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Dec 26 2010
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53 male
 Joined Jan 26 2011
 Phoenix, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRPPhoenix, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRP
Phoenix, AZ
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capcyclone • Triplogs 86
Hiking1.23 Miles 268 AEG
Hiking1.23 Miles      42 Mns   1.76 mph
268 ft AEG
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Great little hike up a short foothill in the McDowell Mtn. Park. Was overcast and cool, but I can see this being a very warm hike in the summer (little to no shade on the trail). Beginning of the hike is in a wash area and then quickly begins to gently ascend Lousley Hill. Great 360 degree views along the way. Nice views of Four Peaks to the east and the McDowells to the west. I took two of my kids (9 and 7) and our dog. It was a hit with all four of us! Definitely recommend as a nice easy hike.
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Dec 24 2010
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51 male
 Joined Jul 05 2008
 Gilbert, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRPPhoenix, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRP
Phoenix, AZ
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adenium • Triplogs 697
Hiking1.23 Miles 268 AEG
Hiking1.23 Miles   1 Hour      1.23 mph
268 ft AEG
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Took my six-year old for a little stroll this morning. Not a bad trail, just a long drive to get to it.
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Oct 23 2009
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51 male
 Joined Apr 30 2008
 Tucson, AZ
McDowell Mountain Park, AZ 
McDowell Mountain Park, AZ
 
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azdesertfather • Triplogs 1,144
Hiking6.10 Miles 983 AEG
Hiking6.10 Miles   2 Hrs      3.05 mph
983 ft AEG
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Did:

Hilltop (HT), 0.5 mi./218 ft., 10 min.
Scenic (SN) and Pemberton (PB), 4.4 mi./545 ft., 85 min. Scenic does have some pretty decent views...
Lousley Hill (LH), 1.2 mi./220 ft., 25 min.
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Oct 26 2004
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67 male
 Joined Jul 28 2004
 Scottsdale, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRPPhoenix, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRP
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Oct 26 2004
mazatzal • Triplogs 1,347
Hiking1.23 Miles 268 AEG
Hiking1.23 Miles   1 Hour      1.23 mph
268 ft AEG
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Took some out of town visitors on this little loop.
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Jan 31 2004
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67 male
 Joined Jul 28 2004
 Scottsdale, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRPPhoenix, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRP
Phoenix, AZ
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mazatzal • Triplogs 1,347
Hiking1.23 Miles 268 AEG
Hiking1.23 Miles   1 Hour      1.23 mph
268 ft AEG
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Took an out of town visitor on this little loop.
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Dec 23 2000
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67 male
 Joined Jul 28 2004
 Scottsdale, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRPPhoenix, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRP
Phoenix, AZ
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mazatzal • Triplogs 1,347
Hiking1.23 Miles 268 AEG
Hiking1.23 Miles   1 Hour      1.23 mph
268 ft AEG
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Took some out of town visitors on this little loop.
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Mar 28 1998
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67 male
 Joined Jul 28 2004
 Scottsdale, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRPPhoenix, AZ
Lousley Hill Trail - MMRP
Phoenix, AZ
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mazatzal • Triplogs 1,347
Hiking1.23 Miles 268 AEG
Hiking1.23 Miles   1 Hour      1.64 mph
268 ft AEG      15 Mns Break
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Took some visitors on the short loop. Got soaked in a downpour!
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