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Andrews - Kinsey Trail FHP

Phoenix, AZ

Hiking		Apr 11 2026
		mt98dew • Triplogs 2,532

Hiking	6.79 Miles	1,797 AEG

Hiking	6.79 Miles	2 Hrs 11 Mns	3.11 mph
	1,797 ft AEG

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Not as early as I would have liked, but it turned out the timing couldn’t be much better. Got to the Adero TH around 6am. In time to catch a mini “sprinkle storm”. There’s nothing like the smell of a gently soaked desert. Add to that a steady breeze to start the hike it was almost magical. Perhaps I’m being a bit overly dramatic, but days like this are few and far between which make them all the more special. Also, was fortunate to catch a rainbow that last all of five minutes. It actually started in Adero Canyon and I could see where it started from. Took the Alt. up to the Andrew-Kinsey and then continued on up to Sunrise Peak. The weather was ideal for the first hour, but by 7am the sun was coming out from behind the clouds, the breeze died down and there was a noticeable increase in humidity. Briefly enjoyed the views at the peak before descending via the eastern leg and then looping back on the Sunrise Trail (basically doing a mini loop below Sunrise Peak) to reconnect to the Andrew-Kinsey.

Really enjoyed today’s hike, especially early on. No wildlife today, but quite a few hikers. Encountered 26 hikers and two joggers.

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Jan 13 2026

DixieFlyer

Guides 100
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Photos 16,756
Triplogs 1,536

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Joined Jan 07 2017
Fountain Hills,

Adero Multi-Loop, AZ

Hiking		Jan 13 2026
		DixieFlyer • Triplogs 1,536

Hiking	9.51 Miles	2,374 AEG

Hiking	9.51 Miles	4 Hrs 21 Mns	2.39 mph
	2,374 ft AEG	22 Mns Break

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Promenade Trail - FHP

South Sonoran Crossover Trail - FHP

Sonoran Trail - MMRP

Lower Sonoran Trail - FHP

North Sonoran Crossover Trail - FHP

Wilderness Trail - FHP

Western Trail - FHP

Mesquite Hollow Trail - FHP

Mesquite Spur - FHP

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This was a hike from the Adero Canyon TH that was composed of 5 different loops -- enough to make @The_Eagle green with envy!

Trail Sequence: TH>Promenade>Andrews-Kinsey>Alternate>Promenade>Sonoran>South Crossover>Lower Sonoran>North Crossover>Sonoran>Wilderness>Western>Promenade>Mesquite Hollow>Mesquite Spur>Mesquite Hollow>Sonoran>South Crossover>Lower Sonoran>Promenade>TH

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There was something blooming throughout most of the hike: brittlebush, chuparosa, poppies, scorpion weed, fiddlenecks, blue richards, and ocotillo were what I noticed the most

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228703

Nov 27 2025

Guides 42
Routes 1,805
Photos 15,483
Triplogs 2,930

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Far NE Phoenix,

Andrews - Kinsey Trail FHP

Phoenix, AZ

Hiking		Nov 27 2025
		The_Eagle • Triplogs 2,930

Hiking	6.81 Miles	1,365 AEG

Hiking	6.81 Miles	2 Hrs 25 Mns		2.94 mph
	1,365 ft AEG	6 Mns Break	4 LBS Pack

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Andrews - Kinsey Trail MSP

Peak Spur Trail - MSP

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	John10s	johnlp
	JuanJaimeiii	LindaAnn
	rayhuston	TboneKathy
	Tortoise_Hiker	trekkin_gecko
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My first Thanksgiving Day hike with this crew. Remembering some of their past triplogs, wind and cold seemed to be the theme. The temps were perfect but the wind made an appearance. A 6:30 start in the dark gave way to a colorful sunrise.

The trail showed signs of damage from the recent deluges, but I'm sure it'll be back to it's near paved appearance in no time.

Good to see JJ and Ray Ray again... It's been awhile, and to meet TBoneKathy.

Happy Thanksgiving all.

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Dave Barry

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Apr 03 2025

Guides 42
Routes 1,805
Photos 15,483
Triplogs 2,930

70 male

Joined Jan 20 2009
Far NE Phoenix,

Phoenix, AZ

Hiking		Apr 03 2025
		The_Eagle • Triplogs 2,930

Hiking	6.63 Miles	1,191 AEG

Hiking	6.63 Miles	2 Hrs 36 Mns	2.67 mph
	1,191 ft AEG	7 Mns Break

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Got out to hike with the Turtle after a morning appt, starting just before the crack of 10am. Temps were perfect and the crowds were light on our way to the peak. The Ocotillo were in bloom and the only color observed other than the brown and green desert hues.

Every time I'm out here there's more and more building and less green space. I do like the manicured trails and views.

Good catching up with the Turtle, it's been awhile. Like HAZ,

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The only thing blooming were the numerous ocotillo

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Dave Barry

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Nov 24 2022

LindaAnn

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Joined Dec 24 2007
Ahwatukee, AZ

Andrews - Kinsey Trail FHP

Phoenix, AZ

Hiking		Nov 24 2022
		LindaAnn • Triplogs 2,851

Hiking	6.40 Miles	1,218 AEG

Hiking	6.40 Miles	2 Hrs 25 Mns	2.82 mph
	1,218 ft AEG	9 Mns Break

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Andrews - Kinsey Trail MSP

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	joebartels	johnlp
	JuanJaimeiii	Tortoise_Hiker
	trekkin_gecko

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We got started around 0630 and quickly realized none of the five of us knew quite exactly where we were supposed to be going, especially in the dark. The one person who had been here before had gotten a head start and was somewhere ahead of us on the trail. Determined to not have to call for rescue while standing at the trailhead, we figured it out within a few minutes and were soon heading up the Andrews-Kinsey trail. I thought temps felt great, others disagreed.

Great trail to ascend—mostly smooth with a gradual incline. Nice views of the mountains and sunrise. The final climb up to Sunrise Peak is steep & rocky, but goes by quickly. Met up with Denny at the top and spent a few minutes chatting, taking pics, and trying not to get recruited into buying nutrition shakes. Breezy up top.

Having a full day of cooking looming, I opted to skip the over & back portion, and instead headed back down with Denny. The downhill miles flew by quickly and we were finished in no time. Saw a handful of hikers on the way down, all very friendly. Happy Thanksgiving to all!

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[ checklist ] Sunrise

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201142

Oct 17 2022

Guides 42
Routes 1,805
Photos 15,483
Triplogs 2,930

70 male

Joined Jan 20 2009
Far NE Phoenix,

Phoenix, AZ

Hiking		Oct 17 2022
		The_Eagle • Triplogs 2,930

Hiking	6.83 Miles	1,219 AEG

Hiking	6.83 Miles	2 Hrs 45 Mns	2.53 mph
	1,219 ft AEG	3 Mns Break

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Tortoise_Hiker

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I took a walk with a turtle. Beautiful weather, perfect temps (other than a tad windy). Denny had never done Sunrise Peak from this TH, so this was his suggestion.

Great catching up and comparing ailments.

Let's do this more often sir.

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Dave Barry

200157

Feb 06 2021

Sunrise Peak from 124th Lost Dog Trailhead

Guides 42
Routes 1,805
Photos 15,483
Triplogs 2,930

70 male

Joined Jan 20 2009
Far NE Phoenix,

Sunrise-Adero Canyon via LDW TH, AZ

Hiking		Feb 06 2021
		The_Eagle • Triplogs 2,930

Hiking	13.53 Miles	2,717 AEG

Hiking	13.53 Miles	4 Hrs 35 Mns		3.02 mph
	2,717 ft AEG	6 Mns Break	10 LBS Pack

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Sunrise Trail - MSP

Peak Spur Trail - MSP

Andrews - Kinsey Trail MSP

Western Trail - FHP

Promenade Trail - FHP