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May 23 2008
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59 male
 Joined Mar 19 2008
 Scottsdale, AZ
Pinnacle PeakPhoenix, AZ
Pinnacle Peak
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar May 23 2008
John Cernich • Triplogs 3
Hiking3.50 Miles 319 AEG
Hiking3.50 Miles   2 Hrs      1.75 mph
319 ft AEG
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Trail Head easy to find off of Pinnacle Peak and Alma School

Round Trip is approximatley 3.5 miles

Beautiful trail with lush Sonoran Desert life. Pretty easy but still a nice work out if you attack it at a reasonable pace. Nice views of the valley. Great place to take visitors based on location and ease of trail. 1.75 miles to the end and you turn around and head back. You go up, down, up, down, up, down, up and down. Recommended for all hikers. Great for a running trail.

Pat
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May 23 2008
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59 male
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 Scottsdale, AZ
Spur Cross TrailPhoenix, AZ
Spur Cross Trail
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar May 23 2008
John Cernich • Triplogs 3
Hiking4.50 Miles
Hiking4.50 Miles   2 Hrs   30 Mns   1.80 mph
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Trail Head easy to find. Take Spur Cross Road until pavement ends and 1.5 miles on dirt road.

Very easy to hike with wide trails (for the most part). Very good for trail runners. Depending which trail you take, allows you to make a loop or return on the same trail. Costs 3$ per person if you are honest at trail head. Maps are typically available.

Pat
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Mar 22 2008
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59 male
 Joined Mar 19 2008
 Scottsdale, AZ
Black Mountain - Cave CreekPhoenix, AZ
Black Mountain - Cave Creek
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Mar 22 2008
John Cernich • Triplogs 3
Hiking2.50 Miles 1,165 AEG
Hiking2.50 Miles
1,165 ft AEG
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As mentioned on several other triplogs, we noted the following:

1) Location of Trail Head is approximately 1/4 mile south of the intersection at Cave Creek and School House Road (on School House Road)
2) Parking is limited but the further you are from the trail head the easier to park
3) Trail is steep and rocky, good for cardiovascular work out
4) Top provides very good views of the valley

P.S. Our time took 3 hours due to the fact I took pictures and my 7 year old son went with us. It does not take that long.

Pat
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average hiking speed 1.78 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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