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May 16 2009
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 Buckeye, AZ
Dry Creek Trail #52Sedona, AZ
Sedona, AZ
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Michael SmithTriplogs 3
Hiking4.00 Miles 600 AEG
Hiking4.00 Miles   3 Hrs      1.33 mph
600 ft AEG
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Yes, it is possible to hike beautiful Sedona without seeing a single person on the trail. My wife and I did this hike after reading Joe Bartel's description and we were not disappointed. The only company we had were eagles and songbirds too numerous to count. It was warm (90 deg), but the trail is shaded almost the entire way. The soft breeze blowing up the draw kept us cool. LOTS of poison ivy on the trail so we had to watch our step.
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Mar 09 2008
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 Buckeye, AZ
Ford Canyon Trail - White Tank MountainsPhoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
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Michael SmithTriplogs 3
Hiking3.00 Miles 1,170 AEG
Hiking3.00 Miles   1 Hour   45 Mns   1.71 mph
1,170 ft AEG
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Started at Ironwood trailhead and walked 1/2 mile West to the Ford Canyon trailhead. Proceeded another 1/2 mile Northwest to a low saddle. Dropped down off of saddle into a quiet canyon and walked another 1/2 mile West before turning around. Met only 10 people (all of them couples) and NO DOGS. Very quiet, pristine and peaceful. Expected a crowd since it was a Sunday afternoon and it took us 20 minutes to get through the entrance gate. Most of the people were in the picnic areas and on other trails. Highly recommend this hike. So close to a metroplis with over 4 million people and we felt like we were in a wilderness.
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Mar 08 2008
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 Joined Mar 09 2008
 Buckeye, AZ
Ford Canyon Trail - White Tank MountainsPhoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
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Michael SmithTriplogs 3
Hiking4.50 Miles 1,170 AEG
Hiking4.50 Miles
1,170 ft AEG
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average hiking speed 1.52 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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