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Mar 27 2011
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44 female
 Joined Aug 22 2008
 Vail, AZ
Dutch John Trail #91Tucson, AZ
Dutch John Trail #91
Tucson, AZ
Hiking avatar Mar 27 2011
poohbeartate • Triplogs 5
Hiking3.20 Miles 1,100 AEG
Hiking3.20 Miles
1,100 ft AEG
 no routesno photosets
1st trip
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The 3, 4, and 7 year old kids liked this trail, despite the 1000ft climb in just over a mile. At the very beginning, there was a part of the trail that was washed out and created a narrow section, but easily completed with holding hte 3 and 4 year-olds' hands. The trail continued past the spring, but considering that the map didn't have it at all (even as unmaintained), we decided not to adventure up it with the kids. The hike was so fast, we didn't need our packed lunch. Definitely a good morning hike with little kids.

dry Dutch John Spring Dry Dry
There was absolutely no water here and it looked like there hadn't been for quite a while.
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Feb 24 2011
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44 female
 Joined Aug 22 2008
 Vail, AZ
Garwood Trail, AZ 
Garwood Trail, AZ
 
Hiking avatar Feb 24 2011
poohbeartate • Triplogs 5
Hiking3.00 Miles
Hiking3.00 Miles   2 Hrs      1.50 mph
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1st trip
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An easy hike starting at the Douglas Spring TH and taking the Garwood trail to the Three Tanks trail. Since we only had a couple of hours, we had to turn around at this point. With only a slight elevation gain, the hike gave nice views of the city of Tucson. The 3, 4, and 7 year old kids had an easy time with the hike. There is no shade on this trail, so it is best to do in the early morning before the sun becomes harsh. Horses are allowed on this trail, so watch out for droppings.
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Jan 17 2011
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 Triplogs 5

44 female
 Joined Aug 22 2008
 Vail, AZ
Sabino DamTucson, AZ
Sabino Dam
Tucson, AZ
Hiking avatar Jan 17 2011
poohbeartate • Triplogs 5
Hiking4.50 Miles 10 AEG
Hiking4.50 Miles   2 Hrs   30 Mns   1.80 mph
10 ft AEG
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1st trip
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Phoneline Link Trail #27A
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On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we took the kids (3, 4, and 7) to Sabino Canyon for a stroll. We decided to head off the tram trail and look at the scenery. With all the winter rain, the creek was flowing well and the dam was full. The Sabino Dam trail was shaded and really easy to walk, although some of the areas were hard to track across the wash bed. The Phone Line Link trail was rather steep with a lot of switchbacks. My 7 year old did fantastic, but it was rougher on the littler boys. We ended by heading out on the Phone Line back to Bear Canyon. This trail is not shaded at all and not recommended in the middle of the day as the UV index will cause sunburns, especially in little kids. With all the linking trails with varying distances, it is a great place to take kids to hike because you can bail out to the tram trail at many different times.
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Oct 02 2010
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44 female
 Joined Aug 22 2008
 Vail, AZ
Cunningham Loop Trail #316Tucson, AZ
Cunningham Loop Trail #316
Tucson, AZ
Hiking avatar Oct 02 2010
poohbeartate • Triplogs 5
Hiking6.00 Miles 350 AEG
Hiking6.00 Miles   4 Hrs   45 Mns   1.50 mph
350 ft AEG      45 Mns Break
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1st trip
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Partners none no partners
We took advantage of an unusually warm October weekend and camped up on Mt. Graham. We took the kids (3, 4, and 6) on the Cunningham Loop trail. Being late in the season, we didn't run into any other people. The trail is wide in most areas, as it is also a mountain biking trail. Mostly level, the trail pretty much goes up the 350-400 feet in elevation in one area and then down in one area. On the back half (if you go to the left at the start of the loop), you decend in narrow switchbacks, but none are near any cliffs, so you don't have to worry about little feet slipping too far. The trail is shady much of the way and would be great to hike in late spring, summer and early fall. A good trail for kids, if they are okay with a longer distance and you are willing to take some breaks. There is the opportunity to link over to the Grant Hill loop for an 11+ mile adventure.
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Jul 17 2010
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44 female
 Joined Aug 22 2008
 Vail, AZ
Bog Springs Trail #156Tucson, AZ
Bog Springs Trail #156
Tucson, AZ
Hiking avatar Jul 17 2010
poohbeartate • Triplogs 5
Hiking2.50 Miles 1,600 AEG
Hiking2.50 Miles   3 Hrs      1.00 mph
1,600 ft AEG      30 Mns Break
 no routesno photosets
1st trip
Linked   none no linked trail guides
Partners none no partners
We did this trip with my 3, 4, and 6 year old kids. For little kids, this trail has some steep sections and narrow trails, but none that they couldn't complete while holding a hand. The beginning of the trail, which also leads to Kent Springs and Four Springs, doesn't have much shade, so it is good to start before the heat of the day. Once you are on the Bog Springs trail, there is more shade, but some steep and narrow sections (as I described above). There are also some good (but not spectacular) views of the canyon out towards Green Valley, AZ. This was the first "real hike" for my kids and they did great. The springs only had stagnant water, so I recommend that you pack your own. We were back by lunch time, even with several stops to rest little legs.
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