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Aug 10 2021
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 Phoenix,Az
Pig Tail TrailSedona, AZ
Sedona, AZ
Hiking avatar Aug 10 2021
mt98dewTriplogs 2,387
Hiking3.60 Miles 97 AEG
Hiking3.60 Miles      48 Mns   4.50 mph
97 ft AEG
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Wanted to get one more quick hike in before heading back to the valley. I still haven’t got my Red Rock Pass renewed so I headed over to the Broken Arrow TH (no fee required to park there) and knocked out another “Hog Trail.” Trails in this area are gorgeous! Short, but gorgeous. Perhaps “step for step” some of the best, most accessible views you can get in Sedona. Wanted to get a loop involving the Pig Tail Trail. A lot of options to make this happen. Opted to CCW on the Hog Wash trail and then take Peccary down to where it junctures with Pig Tail. The Pig Tail is designed with bikers in mind, with some nicely stoned ramps, sweeping banked curves and several “speed bumps” designed either to help the biker slow down or perhaps to catch some air. The trail is designated as “one way” for bikers (south to north) and hikers are encouraged to do so as well. I believe it was rated with 1 black diamond as is for advanced bikers only. Today I broke the rules and went against the flow of traffic. But at 6am on a Tuesday morning that wasn’t a problem. Made it to the Hog Wash trail without encountering anyone. This was the same Hog Wash Trail that I came in on. I started heading back to where I hopped on the Peccary trail, but before getting there I turned onto Hog Heaven. Another short, but fantastic trail. This trail me over the saddle and down to Twin Buttes Trail which got me back to where I started the loop. Fantastic little loop! Pretty much had the trails to myself…only saw on other person while I was out there.
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Bell - Rabbit - Hog - Chicken - Hiline Loop, AZ 
Bell - Rabbit - Hog - Chicken - Hiline Loop, AZ
 
Hiking avatar Sep 28 2019
joebartelsTriplogs 5,894
Hiking20.30 Miles 2,479 AEG
Hiking20.30 Miles   8 Hrs   9 Mns   2.66 mph
2,479 ft AEG      31 Mns Break20 LBS Pack
 
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Bell Rock Trail
Excellent tread. Old road. IMO it adapts well to demand, curbs destruction and maintains impact within reason. Key being the hearty fencing. Which are short long lasting log poles with a single strand wire. Cuts down on spider use-trails. Doesn't beg to be destroyed as you could easily step over it. Dad always said locks do not prevent thieves, they keep honest people honest.

Courthouse Butte Loop Trail
Our hike covered a majority. This hike is good for those looking for an easy hike with a high volume red rock experience.

Rabbit Ears
Upped my rating from 2 to 3. Descent tread. Possibly the best option to get away from crowds in this network of trails through world class red rock. That said I don't detest crowds and the Rabbit Ears themselves look like trouble to explore.

Llama Trail
Works well to bridge over to the Little Horse network of trails. Mountain bikers can fly through so stay alert.

Little Horse Trail #61
Under appreciated. Solid choice if it works into the web you weave. We walked over a 2 foot slender snake just before reaching Little Horse TH.

Chapel Trail
Like the bag cotton candy comes in you'll forget it after it's served its purpose. Two guys with gps got off trail not paying attention then almost got passed by a family they recently passed. Good chuckle for the memory bank.

Mystic Trail
Near neighborhood. Nobody's favorite. Incredible red rock views nevertheless.

Pig Tail Trail
Added to HAZ. Sedona is determined to put the McDowell spaghetti network to shame. Good alternative to northern Mystic.

Hog Wash Trail
We only hiked 0.2 mi. Can be used to bridge Broken Arrow Trail. Most use from that trailhead.

Hog Heaven Trail
It goes up in grip-n-grunt style. Forget the stroller, it's a big girl trail. We lunched in heaven before getting High on the Hog based on previous experience. Perfect.

High on the Hog Trail
The red rock party continues.

HT Trail
This gets you under SR 179. Nothing special, appreciated.

Easy Breezy Trail
Alternative to Templeton Trail. We crossed paths with a group that tried in earnest to ask hiking questions. We cordially chatted without breaking pace. A minute later wondered how the high school smokers group wandered so far out yonder.

Cathedral Rock Trail #170
The trail was busy as expected. I had trouble balancing the first step into the groove. A kid screaming his head off at the saddle for simple attention was the highlight.

Bruce found a path on satellite to bridge over to Hiline. Not a zoo, far from deserted. Rivals the Hangover Trail.

Hiline Trail
Finally got to check this one out. Brian published the guide here on HAZ two years ago and it screamed winner.

Slim Shady Trail
V.O.C. aorta to Templeton. A nice juniper dense trail. We only hiked 0.1 mi so the naggin rhythm never caught on... May I have your attention, please? Will the real Slim Shady please stand up?

Coconino Trail
This is now an official trail. This short access trail to Yavapai Trailhead is really an extension of the also short Hermit Trail.

Synopsis
Liked this four years ago. The Hiline tweak easily puts it in the top 3 Sedona mini mega loops.
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