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Feb 24 2024
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47 male
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 Phoenix, AZ
Hunter Trail - Picacho PeakTucson, AZ
Tucson, AZ
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The_DudeTriplogs 364
Hiking3.34 Miles 1,900 AEG
Hiking3.34 Miles   2 Hrs   14 Mns   1.71 mph
1,900 ft AEG      17 Mns Break
 
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My volunteer work took me to Tucson today so an afternoon hike was in order. I had not been up Picacho in 8 years so this was long overdue. Pulled in to the trailhead about 345 to get started, I was the last one to attempt a summit for the day. Despite needing a number of small breaks on the uphill, I made good time and actually passed a few folks. There were about a dozen people at the summit so I just took a short break up top and started back down again. Uneventful trip back and made it before sundown. Trail is in great shape, they have put in a few new cable sections that made for more fun. Love this hike.
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Feb 18 2024
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 Phoenix, AZ
Arrowhead Point Trail - ThunderbirdPhoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
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The_DudeTriplogs 364
Hiking4.13 Miles 731 AEG
Hiking4.13 Miles   1 Hour   39 Mns   2.88 mph
731 ft AEG      13 Mns Break
 
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Last hike with the Droog before he leaves AZ. Have not hiked this one in a while, a good grinder for a quick local choice. I had not done the Coachwhip trail before and that was a nice addition for mileage/elevation. Well worth it for the exercise.
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Jan 01 2024
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 Phoenix, AZ
West Wing MountainPhoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
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The_DudeTriplogs 364
Hiking3.86 Miles 850 AEG
Hiking3.86 Miles   2 Hrs   30 Mns   1.64 mph
850 ft AEG      9 Mns Break
 
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New Year's Day hike with my wife and a few friends. Love this one, just enough rugged to keep it interesting. Finished up at Oggi's for some lunch and refreshments. Good times!
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Dec 30 2023
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 Phoenix, AZ
Shaw Butte - North Mtn LoopPhoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
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The_DudeTriplogs 364
Hiking4.79 Miles 899 AEG
Hiking4.79 Miles   1 Hour   48 Mns   2.90 mph
899 ft AEG      9 Mns Break
 
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Got in the old favorite close to home. A little chilly when we started, did the loop ccw to get warmed up in the flat section. Added on the western prominence for good measure as well.
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Dec 16 2023
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 Phoenix, AZ
Sunrise Loop - PeoriaPhoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
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The_DudeTriplogs 364
Hiking5.77 Miles 1,181 AEG
Hiking5.77 Miles   2 Hrs   10 Mns   2.86 mph
1,181 ft AEG      9 Mns Break
 
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I hadn't been out here in a while, and got in a good loop hike. Trails are well maintained and there are some new options to make longer trips.
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Jan 22 2023
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 Phoenix, AZ
Lookout Mountain Summit Trail #150Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
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The_DudeTriplogs 364
Hiking3.42 Miles 798 AEG
Hiking3.42 Miles   1 Hour   43 Mns   2.41 mph
798 ft AEG      18 Mns Break
 
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First actual hike in a long while. Got out with a buddy who wanted to take it easy, so I thought this would work out well. Got a good burn on the gains, but otherwise some nice hiking on well defined trails. Quite a few people out, but thankfully all were nice enough.
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Aug 13 2022
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Salt river kayak, AZ 
Salt river kayak, AZ
 
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The_DudeTriplogs 364
Kayak8.25 Miles
Kayak8.25 Miles   2 Hrs   35 Mns   3.64 mph
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Took a Saturday morning run with a friend and his cousin. Got to Phon D at 7 to drop a truck and headed up to water users. Temps right about 80 for the start. Never saw as many SUPs as we did today. So many people out enjoying the mild temps. Bulldog Canyon rapids have been changed by recent storms and it is even better. Much more narrow and quick flow, I hit the middle and ended up taking on a ton of water. We watched 3 or 4 folks behind us in kayaks totally eat it. There were a few spots further down river that were more exciting too. Great day on the water.
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Apr 10 2022
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 Phoenix, AZ
Ranger Trail - South MountainPhoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
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The_DudeTriplogs 364
Hiking3.33 Miles 900 AEG
Hiking3.33 Miles   1 Hour   14 Mns   3.07 mph
900 ft AEG      9 Mns Break
 
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Had plans to hit Goat Hill, but had to pick up my daughter a bit early from her camp at Parsons. Made good time up to the ridge and took a little break at a high point just to the east. Hope to get out on a bit more mileage but dad duties are taking precident lately.
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Feb 27 2022
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Dixie Mountain Loop - Sonoran PreservePhoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
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The_DudeTriplogs 364
Hiking6.11 Miles 1,316 AEG
Hiking6.11 Miles   2 Hrs   11 Mns   3.13 mph
1,316 ft AEG      14 Mns Break
 
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Nice Sunday morning hike. Got started about 830 to enjoy a bit of warming. Parking lot was about 3/4 full, but it never felt too busy. Took the loop ccw with both peaks, just needed a few quick breaks. I took an extended break on top of western vista to enjoy the views. Only saw two bikes, but boy a bunch of dogs. All friendly encounters. I keep ramping up my hikes with no issues, so going to try and go a little bigger next time.
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Feb 13 2022
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 Phoenix, AZ
Shaw Butte - North Mtn LoopPhoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
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The_DudeTriplogs 364
Hiking4.89 Miles 917 AEG
Hiking4.89 Miles   1 Hour   43 Mns   3.15 mph
917 ft AEG      10 Mns Break
 
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Great pre-superbowl hike. Hit the 7th Ave th at 830 and went ccw to warm up the legs and get the flat walk out of the way. Made the climb up with only two short breaks, felt pretty good about that. Might be in better shape than I thought. Hit the peak, and did the western prominence for good measure. Took the somewhat off trail descent down the ridge and took a little break to enjoy the scenery. Lots of folks out, but nothing crazy. Good track all the way.
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Jan 30 2022
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 Phoenix, AZ
Calderwood Butte TrailsPhoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
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The_DudeTriplogs 364
Hiking3.25 Miles 552 AEG
Hiking3.25 Miles   1 Hour   18 Mns   2.71 mph
552 ft AEG      6 Mns Break
 
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First time for this one. My buddy lives right at the base of CB, so I met him for a little Sunday morning hike. We did the western ridge first and then circled back around to the summit. Nothing too crazy, but good exercise. Did not need to stop for any breaks along the way, but enjoyed a few quick stops at some vantage points. Nice views of the far west valley, there are a few small ponds along the agua fria that are perennial for agricultural use, nice to see some standing water.
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Jan 01 2022
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 Phoenix, AZ
Sunrise Trail - ThunderbirdPhoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
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The_DudeTriplogs 364
Hiking1.85 Miles 348 AEG
Hiking1.85 Miles   1 Hour      2.09 mph
348 ft AEG      7 Mns Break
 
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Quick New Years hike with my wife, youngest daughter, and a few friends. Good to get out and stretch the legs which had finally recovered from my backpack a few days ago. Going to try and get back on this horse a bit more regularly this year, even if just short stuff. Happy New Years HAZ folks. 🤘
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Dec 30 2021
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 Phoenix, AZ
Cave Creek / Skunk Tank LoopPhoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
Backpack avatar Dec 30 2021
The_DudeTriplogs 364
Backpack10.77 Miles 1,950 AEG
Backpack10.77 Miles   24 Hrs   58 Mns   2.19 mph
1,950 ft AEG40 LBS Pack
 
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Road out is in great shape. Took a quick backpack with my buddy Michael to a spot I hadn't been to in a while. Did the loop clockwise from the CC trailhead. Skunk Tank is solid two track for most of the way with some solid and rolling uphill, especially with 40 pounds on my back. We picked up so much mud and grass on the first two miles that I could have crafted a basket or something. Took a lunch break just beyond the pass for some great view north of skull Mesa and quien sabe. Lots of green of the hillsides, but the riparian trees are all bare of course. Continued onto the #4 a few miles wanting to camp closer to the truck for and easy next day. Set up our hammocks right along the creek and had a low key evening. Leisurely morning in camp and them back to the truck and lunch at Big Earls. Temps were not as bad as expected, probably about 42 overnight. Expected rain and wanted to give my hammock rain gear a try, but we had none and I won't complain. Water was flowing anywhere and everywhere though, quite scenic.
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Sep 06 2021
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47 male
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 Phoenix, AZ
North mountain backside, AZ 
North mountain backside, AZ
 
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The_DudeTriplogs 364
Hiking2.68 Miles 840 AEG
Hiking2.68 Miles   1 Hour   31 Mns   2.14 mph
840 ft AEG      16 Mns Break
 
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Made a little lasso with North Mountain via the #60, 44, and a few assorted social trails. Good tread, and did not see too many people. Had original plans of hitting North and Shaw Butte as a loop, but I was dragging and a bit short on time. Came back down the 44 and headed south to a little prominence for a quick break, and then connected back up to get to my truck. Skies were pretty clear, and still felt pretty humid.
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Jul 19 2021
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47 male
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 Phoenix, AZ
Torrey Pines State Beach S & Natural ReserveSan Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
Hiking avatar Jul 19 2021
The_DudeTriplogs 364
Hiking3.48 Miles 504 AEG
Hiking3.48 Miles   1 Hour   52 Mns   2.49 mph
504 ft AEG      28 Mns Break
 
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One day of our San Diego vacation trip. Made it out to Torrey Pines about 9 for a nice hike with the family. We started out at the visitor center (currently closed) and hiked down the beach trail. Made our way out to Yucca point and them down to the beach. My youngest had a headache, so I suggested they walk up the coast to the beach instead, and I went back up to get the car. Did the broken hill trail south fork to get back, with a side trip to broken hill overlook. Might have been the best scenery of the day. Walked a quarter mile or so of road to get the car and pick up the family at the beach down below. Well maintained trails, and steps in pretty much all the uphill areas, but sand most of the way. Buckwheat were in full bloom all over, a few blooming Dudleyas too. Made the drive up to Pizza Port for an OK lunch and some wonderful adult refreshments.
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Apr 18 2021
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47 male
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 Phoenix, AZ
Saguaro Lake paddle, AZ 
Saguaro Lake paddle, AZ
 
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The_DudeTriplogs 364
Kayak5.10 Miles 61 AEG
Kayak5.10 Miles   3 Hrs   7 Mns   2.27 mph
61 ft AEG
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Good Sunday adventure with the guys. Made it to the boat dock about 10 to start paddling, not too busy but considerable wind. We started off eastward into a good 20 mph headwind and serious wave chop, all were soaked after about a half mile. Aimed for a spot just before Butcher Jones to pull up on a beach to take a breather and get in a swim. Continued on to the narrow spot up lake for one more stop and swim, then we paddled back to the dock. Gps track cut us a short straight line on the way back, but we stayed fairly close to shore to avoid the power boats. All in all a great trip.
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Apr 11 2021
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Lower Salt River Paddle, AZ 
Lower Salt River Paddle, AZ
 
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The_DudeTriplogs 364
Kayak8.40 Miles
Kayak8.40 Miles   2 Hrs   45 Mns   3.48 mph
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First kayak of the year, dang COVID. Got to Phon D a bit before 8 to drop a vehicle and made for Water Users. Tons of kayak and SUP folks out, taking advantage of good flow and no tubers yet. Made good time paddling with two well placed breaks. Love making it out here even if the water is still a little chilly. Plenty of horses out too.
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Feb 24 2021
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Aravaipa CanyonGlobe, AZ
Globe, AZ
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The_DudeTriplogs 364
Canyoneering14.90 Miles 400 AEG
Canyoneering14.90 Miles   46 Hrs   34 Mns   0.66 mph
400 ft AEG1 Day       Break35 LBS Pack
 
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Great three day trip to Aravaipa with friends. Road in is in great shape, I would guess it had been graded not long ago. We started hiking about 2 on Monday and hiked in to Horse Camp for the night. Did not get our preferred spot from last year, but took the big open spot just before it. Night temps were probably about 38-40, but I was nice and toasty in my hammock. One of my friends got a few nasty blisters on the way in, so we decided to take an easy second day in camp, slept in and lounged around until early afternoon. We did venture out and headed east to Booger Canyon to explore around a bit, this two mile stretch east was fantastic, many more wonderful camp spots are in the area. Some water flowing in Booger but not a ton, we explored up a bit and headed back to camp for an early dinner and a few more cervezas. Got packed up and headed out about 9 the next morning and finished a fantastic trip with a late lunch at my favorite restaurant, La Parilla Suiza in Mesa. Chile relleno was magnificent as always. We met up and chatted with a few ladies that were BLM volunteers Monday night, they were checking permits and cleaning up camp spots from the weekend. Sad that folks can't figure out how to clean up after themselves, especially in a place like this. Opted for old boots and neoprene socks, with a calf compression sleeve over the top to keep out rocks. Worked perfectly, no rocks and feet stayed warm, this is how I will do every trip out here.
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Jan 17 2021
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Bluff Spring Mountain LoopPhoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
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The_DudeTriplogs 364
Hiking17.79 Miles 2,999 AEG
Hiking17.79 Miles   26 Hrs   22 Mns   2.18 mph
2,999 ft AEG   18 Hrs   13 Mns Break
 
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This trip was going to be after Xmas, but we had to postpone. No worries, weather was fantastic for the loop. My buddy Michael and I started out from the Peralta auxiliary lot (knew the main lot would be full) about 1030 on Saturday. Ran into a few groups on Bluff Springs, quite a few backpakers out and about. Trail was nice until about a mile in, then it was burn scar all through the Terrapin trail. We stopped for a lunch break at about 1230 where we could find some shade next to a small cliff. Views picked up once we got on the Dutchman, hiking was beautiful and untouched by fire all the way to Charlebois. Passed a bunch of good camp spots, but we wanted to get water and put on a few extra miles to make Sunday shorter. Water at Charlebois was cold and clear, quite tasty. There were 3 or 4 groups by the spring so we continued on. Took a side trip to check out the Master Map for the first time, thanks to Trekkin Gecko for her track to help get us to the right place! Passed through Oak spring area, all the sweet spots were taken there, and at La Barge. We continued onto Red Tanks for about a mile trying to find a spot, but no such luck. Circled back to Oak Spring and grabbed a solid spot after all. My buddy was trying out his hammock for the first time, and we shared a nice scrub oak and giant sugar bush to get us both hanging. Great night, probably about 43 or so overnight but we were toasty. Leisurely morning in camp, and got on trail about 930. The rest of the hike was in burn scar until we hit the downhill on Bluff. Great trip!

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water 4 out of 5 Charlebois Spring Gallon + per minute Gallon + per minute
Fantastic water, cool, clear, and tasty.

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water less than maxwater less than max Crystal Spring Quart per minute Quart per minute
Some funky pools, but could be filtered.

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water less than max LaBarge Spring Gallon per minute Gallon per minute
Good water available as usual.

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water less than maxwater less than max Music Canyon Light flow Light flow
Some small pools, looked OK.
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Jan 03 2021
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Shaw Butte Trail #306Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
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The_DudeTriplogs 364
Hiking4.42 Miles 867 AEG
Hiking4.42 Miles   1 Hour   35 Mns   3.01 mph
867 ft AEG      7 Mns Break
 
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My wife and youngest daughter had a Girl Scouts hike for the morning, I suggested to the troop leader that they should check out the petroglyphs on Shaw Butte. They did and enjoyed it (woo hoo!), but my daughter lost her hat somewhere in the vicinity. My wife called me once they noticed and asked me to come out and try to find it. Good for me, gave me a break on my week-long holiday 'vacation' that has been a full time and then some home improvement fun of tearing out and installing a new floor through the whole house. I figured if I was going to help, I had to at least get in a full Shaw Butte. I did not have any luck finding her hat at the site, but had a good climb up the mountain. Made it up without any breaks, maybe I am in a bit better shape than I thought despite the Covid 15 lbs. Took a short break on one of the rock outcroppings and powered on home to cut some baseboards. Happily, I managed to find the hat on the way down, so double win. Good flow of traffic on the trail, but not as many folks as I expected to see out. Felt good to pass people both going up and going down. Happy 2021 hiking HAZ folks.
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