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Aug 29 2009
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 Photos 59
 Triplogs 14

62 male
 Joined May 10 2003
 Fountain Hills,
Inner Basin Cirque HikeFlagstaff, AZ
Inner Basin Cirque Hike
Flagstaff, AZ
Hiking avatar Aug 29 2009
dolson • Triplogs 14
Hiking9.00 Miles 2,900 AEG
Hiking9.00 Miles   3 Hrs   45 Mns   2.40 mph
2,900 ft AEG
 no routesno photosets
1st trip
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It was great to leave 108 degrees in Phoenix to do this hike.....74 degrees at the trailhead...NICE!

This is a beautiful hike, with a variety of flora as you ascend up to the inner basin.
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Aug 23 2009
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 Photos 59
 Triplogs 14

62 male
 Joined May 10 2003
 Fountain Hills,
Peavine National Recreation TrailPrescott, AZ
Peavine National Recreation Trail
Prescott, AZ
Hiking avatar Aug 23 2009
dolson • Triplogs 14
Hiking6.00 Miles 70 AEG
Hiking6.00 Miles   3 Hrs      2.00 mph
70 ft AEG
 no routesno photosets
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neat geology, nice trail with kids, cool views of Lake Watson with a little rock climbinng.
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Feb 21 2004
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 Photos 59
 Triplogs 14

62 male
 Joined May 10 2003
 Fountain Hills,
Quartz Peak Trail - Sierra EstrellaPhoenix, AZ
Quartz Peak Trail - Sierra Estrella
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Feb 21 2004
dolson • Triplogs 14
Hiking5.70 Miles 2,497 AEG
Hiking5.70 Miles   3 Hrs   30 Mns   1.63 mph
2,497 ft AEG
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Great lung buster! Good training for the Grand Canyon I figure. We had a beautiful, clear day in the 60's and visibility was excellent from the white, cool peak. Sure was a bit of a drive back there, but it was worth it!
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Jan 24 2004
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 Photos 59
 Triplogs 14

62 male
 Joined May 10 2003
 Fountain Hills,
Cave Creek / Skunk Tank LoopPhoenix, AZ
Cave Creek / Skunk Tank Loop
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Jan 24 2004
dolson • Triplogs 14
Hiking9.67 Miles 1,000 AEG
Hiking9.67 Miles   3 Hrs   50 Mns   2.52 mph
1,000 ft AEG
 no routes
1st trip
Linked   none no linked trail guides
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Did this hike a couple years ago and remember that it was a good one, so we decided to give it another go. Drive time from Fountain Hills was a little over an hour with rain on our windshield. We had our raingear with but luckily did not need it today. The last time we did the hike, we went in a clock-wise direction in order to finish with the creek walk. Since it was warmer then it was a nice reward after doing the skunk tank portion to end up at the creek and soak our feet. We went counter-clockwise this time out. Today was interesting as we faced the possibility of rain with a temperature of only 42 degrees. This made for a nice "misty cool" hike along the creek. As we started to climb up the skunk tank loop from the creek the sun popped out to warm us up a little from the cool wind in our face. As I worked my way up to the ridge I began to regret those extra pounds I'm still dragging around...but the views from the top are excellent. On the way back down to finish up the hike there are areas of loose rock but for the most part the trail was in good shape. I highly recommend the hike in either direction.
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Jan 17 2004
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 Photos 59
 Triplogs 14

62 male
 Joined May 10 2003
 Fountain Hills,
Thompson Peak from Dixie Mine THPhoenix, AZ
Thompson Peak from Dixie Mine TH
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Jan 17 2004
dolson • Triplogs 14
Hiking10.20 Miles 2,250 AEG
Hiking10.20 Miles   3 Hrs   30 Mns   2.91 mph
2,250 ft AEG
 no routes
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Thompson Peak Rd - MSP
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MCO Properties is already not well received in this town, if they really want to start enforcing the no trespassing issue with hikers that only want to gain access to Dixie Mine Trail they will only run into more negativity problems...

I keep expecting this hike to get easier everytime I do it but it never does. I went up with a group of co-workers and even with plenty of fore-warning, everyone agreed the hike was a lot harder than they had anticipated. In the end, we all made it to the top and, with the beautiful weather, it turned out to be a pleasant, albiet leg burning, heartpounding slog.
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Jan 10 2004
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 Photos 59
 Triplogs 14

62 male
 Joined May 10 2003
 Fountain Hills,
Pass Mountain Loop Trail #282Phoenix, AZ
Pass Mountain Loop Trail #282
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Jan 10 2004
dolson • Triplogs 14
Hiking7.40 Miles 1,020 AEG
Hiking7.40 Miles   2 Hrs   10 Mns   3.42 mph
1,020 ft AEG
 no routesno photosets
1st trip
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Took the trail in a counter-clockwise direction which gives great views to the north north east as you come over the pass. This hike is recommended if you don't have a lot of time to get out of the city for other hikes or if you have visitors in town.
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Dec 14 2003
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 Photos 59
 Triplogs 14

62 male
 Joined May 10 2003
 Fountain Hills,
Thompson Peak from Dixie Mine THPhoenix, AZ
Thompson Peak from Dixie Mine TH
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Dec 14 2003
dolson • Triplogs 14
Hiking10.20 Miles 2,250 AEG
Hiking10.20 Miles   2 Hrs   56 Mns   3.48 mph
2,250 ft AEG
 no routes
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Thompson Peak Rd - MSP
Partners none no partners
In need of a calorie burner, so I headed off to Thompson Peak to see how fast I could do it, no picture taking, no break on top, but also no running allowed. From the end of Golden Eagle up to first pavement-60 minutes; from first pavement to the top-32 minutes; 3 minute break on top; from top down to first pavement 20 minutes (including a stop to check out a cool seven legged tarantula) and from first pavement back to Golden Eagle and the car-61 minutes. HEY ! under 3 hours! Considering our last trip took over 4 hours I feel like I really accomplished something.
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Nov 23 2003
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 Photos 59
 Triplogs 14

62 male
 Joined May 10 2003
 Fountain Hills,
Thompson Peak from Dixie Mine THPhoenix, AZ
Thompson Peak from Dixie Mine TH
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Nov 23 2003
dolson • Triplogs 14
Hiking10.20 Miles 2,250 AEG
Hiking10.20 Miles   4 Hrs   10 Mns   2.45 mph
2,250 ft AEG
 no routes
Linked   linked  
Thompson Peak Rd - MSP
Partners none no partners
This hike is in my own back yard but haven't done it in a couple years. MCO Properties is starting to do some work back at the end of Golden Eagle Drive and have put up an irritating chain link fence that you have to walk around now to get on the road down to the trailhead. Just stay to the right on -past the water tank on the hill and you will see the trailhead after a couple hundred yards. By the way, don't forget to bring a dollar for entrance to the park. We started about 9:30 am on a Sunday and saw three people the entire trip. The Dixie Mine trail up to the access road is in good shape and some great views of the mountains and surrounding topography. Once you get up to the paved part you'll be in for a little heart pounding - sraight up the mountian - hiking, so be prepared (and in shape!) The views from the top are incredible, especially on a clear day. The wind can be cold during the winter months so bring along a wind breaker or it could get a bit uncomfortable.

It's a good hike if you want to burn some calories...I weighed myself before and after and dropped an amazing 4 lbs. !
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Nov 08 2003
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 Photos 59
 Triplogs 14

62 male
 Joined May 10 2003
 Fountain Hills,
Black Mesa Loop - Superstition MtnsPhoenix, AZ
Black Mesa Loop - Superstition Mtns
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Nov 08 2003
dolson • Triplogs 14
Hiking8.50 Miles 1,125 AEG
Hiking8.50 Miles   3 Hrs   30 Mns   2.43 mph
1,125 ft AEG
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I decided to take the loop in a clockwise direction and initially thought the hike was just going to be another stroll through the sonoran desert. You know, the usual saguaro, cholla and palo verde that we often take for granted. But of course(as I tend to do) I wound up getting absorbed in the little things like the wide variety of butterflies, the different chirps of birds and the otherwise deafening silence of the desert on a fall afternoon. As I dropped down off Black Mesa another scene jumped up and slapped me in the face. The surrounding hills opened up to Boulder Canyon and an awe inspiring view of Weaver's Needle. I've seen "the needle" up close before but from Freemont Saddle on the other side. Even in the flat light of mid afternoon the colors and beauty of the monolith and the surrounding rock outcroppings were awesome. As I worked my way down into the canyon and back out on Dutchman's Trail the wiews around me were great. I would recommend this hike to anyone but be forewarned, I think the listed distance is a little short. Sure felt like more than 8.5 miles. Take plenty of water and watch your step. There are plenty of opportunities to twist an ankle while you are busy looking at the natural beauty of this incredible area.
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Jul 13 2003
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 Photos 59
 Triplogs 14

62 male
 Joined May 10 2003
 Fountain Hills,
West Fork Oak Creek Trail #108Sedona, AZ
West Fork Oak Creek Trail #108
Sedona, AZ
Hiking avatar Jul 13 2003
dolson • Triplogs 14
Hiking6.20 Miles 200 AEG
Hiking6.20 Miles   3 Hrs   10 Mns   1.96 mph
200 ft AEG
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Partners none no partners
Heard so much about this hike, decided to give it a try. We got to the trailhead at about 9:15 on a Sunday and was still plenty of parking. In fact we didn't see that many people on the trail until the last mile coming back. I expected it to be much busier on a hot summer day. Although we were warned that our feet would get wet, the water level was low enough that we didn't get wet once.

The views and tranquility of the hike were fantastic. The size of some of the pine trees were quite impressive. I would have to say that this is one of the most spectacular hikes in all of Arizona. I am eager to do the hike in the other seasons as well to get different perspectives. Winter with new fallen snow must be incredible.

If you haven't done this hike yet...ya gotta do it. You will not be disappointed! And don't forget to bring your camera...like I did! :x
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May 24 2003
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 Photos 59
 Triplogs 14

62 male
 Joined May 10 2003
 Fountain Hills,
Red Rock CrossingSedona, AZ
Red Rock Crossing
Sedona, AZ
Hiking avatar May 24 2003
dolson • Triplogs 14
Hiking0.60 Miles 60 AEG
Hiking0.60 Miles      10 Mns   3.60 mph
60 ft AEG
 no routes
1st trip
Linked   none no linked trail guides
Partners none no partners
We kinda missed the hike here, but ended up with a nice cool off without the slide rock crowds. We drove down the Upper Red rock Loop Road and ended up in the Crescent Moon Picnic Area...which by the way is a day use area so your Red Rock Pass is NO GOOD! Seven bucks to get in. Oh well. Any way nice place to cool off for the afternoon and have a little picnic. Really enjoyed the views from there. If you are with someone who isn't too keen on hiking, it is a great place to leave them as you head up cathedral rock !
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May 16 2003
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 Photos 59
 Triplogs 14

62 male
 Joined May 10 2003
 Fountain Hills,
Courthouse Butte Loop TrailSedona, AZ
Courthouse Butte Loop Trail
Sedona, AZ
Hiking avatar May 16 2003
dolson • Triplogs 14
Hiking4.75 Miles 110 AEG
Hiking4.75 Miles   1 Hour   45 Mns   2.71 mph
110 ft AEG
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This was an excellent hike as an introduction to the red rocks area with my brother from Ohio. We did the trip counter-clockwise and really got some nice views of cathedral rock and other prominent landmarks in the area. I've done this trip once before and did it clockwise...have to say I enjoyed it more counter. The cacti were in full bloom this day as were many other flowers. After the hike we drove up through Oak Creek canyon into Flagstaff for lunch before heading back down to Phoenix. Real nice day-trip if you have someone from out-of-town!
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May 12 2003
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 Photos 59
 Triplogs 14

62 male
 Joined May 10 2003
 Fountain Hills,
Go John Trail - CCRPPhoenix, AZ
Go John Trail - CCRP
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar May 12 2003
dolson • Triplogs 14
Hiking4.90 Miles 800 AEG
Hiking4.90 Miles   3 Hrs      1.63 mph
800 ft AEG
 no routes
1st trip
Linked   none no linked trail guides
Partners none no partners
Decided to make a mother's Day group hike with some friends and the kids (dogs too)and had a great time. Got a little warm towards the end as the heat began to rise, a reminder to start scheduling hikes in the high country. This hike has great vistas and excellent desert flora along the way. (See pics above) Look forward to doing it again (next winter!)
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Jan 20 2003
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 Photos 59
 Triplogs 14

62 male
 Joined May 10 2003
 Fountain Hills,
Chiricahua ShuttleTucson, AZ
Chiricahua Shuttle
Tucson, AZ
Hiking avatar Jan 20 2003
dolson • Triplogs 14
Hiking7.10 Miles 1,600 AEG
Hiking7.10 Miles   3 Hrs      2.37 mph
1,600 ft AEG
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1st trip
Linked   none no linked trail guides
Partners none no partners
Marina (my wife) and I did this hike in January with questionable skies overhead. We decided to just do the heart of rocks from the Visitors center which totaled about 7.1 miles. Very rewarding and a great workout. My mom lives in the area so we get to hike the Chiricahua more often and I never tire of the facinating rock formation payoff at the top! An added bonus on this particular trip was getting caught on the way back in a drenching downpour about 1/2 mile from the visitors center. :roll:
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