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Oct 18 2025
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Cave Creek Trail #4Phoenix, AZ
Cave Creek Trail #4
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Oct 18 2025
FOTG • Triplogs 1,060
Hiking8.06 Miles 918 AEG
Hiking8.06 Miles   5 Hrs   19 Mns   2.13 mph
918 ft AEG   1 Hour   32 Mns Break
 
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The trail is in great shape starting from the Seven Springs TH. We hiked in four miles to play at some swim holes and I completed a little site steward work too. We ran into a group of Boy Scouts setting up camp on the way out. The campground was a zoo. The hiking was excellent and it appears that the trail has received some semi recent work, in spite of the signs of the recent heavy rains that were also visible along the trail. Cave Creek had a nice medium flow. We were happy to have hit the trail before the cows have taken it over for the winter again. Excellent hiking temps, 45 degrees when we started 73 when we finished.
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water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water less than maxwater less than max Seven Springs Wash Light flow Light flow
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Oct 12 2025
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Gisela RuinsPayson, AZ
Gisela Ruins
Payson, AZ
Hiking avatar Oct 12 2025
FOTG • Triplogs 1,060
Hiking3.45 Miles 601 AEG
Hiking3.45 Miles   2 Hrs   14 Mns   1.82 mph
601 ft AEG      20 Mns Break
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We got mudded out on the way to Peeley, and Deer Creek was nearly boring us to death, so we turned around and tried the ruins in Gisela along with a potential waterfall. The Tonto nearly had other plans for us, but we got across with a little effort.

The waterfall in Cocomunga was not flowing and I took us up the wrong hill to start off, due to having not read the description page and just trying to wing it. But we got on track shortly after that. Luckily, the wrong hill led to uncovering what was most likely the habitation site related to the hilltop enclosure and main attraction. Although, I found the “wrong” site more interesting to walk through due to the abundance of surface artifacts vs the sterile nature of the most likely ceremonial enclosure.

The dogs had a blast and the temps were perfect. A thick cloud hung over us and most of the valley for the entire hike. We started to get a light drizzle on the hike out and it was sprinkling a little more consistently on the drive out. I would say the river was probably running just about as fast as one would want to ford on foot.

water 1 out of 5water less than maxwater less than maxwater less than max Cocomunga Canyon Pools to trickle Pools to trickle
A few pools, no flow.

dry Deer Creek / Canyon - Mazatzal Wilderness Dry Dry
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dry South Fork Deer Creek Dry Dry
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Big Lake Knoll #627AAlpine, AZ
Big Lake Knoll #627A
Alpine, AZ
Hiking avatar Oct 09 2025
FOTG • Triplogs 1,060
Hiking4.19 Miles 635 AEG
Hiking4.19 Miles   2 Hrs   39 Mns   1.96 mph
635 ft AEG      31 Mns Break
 
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Great fall colors and a great hike. This was my first time hiking the Indian Springs Trail and the trail up to Big Lake Knoll. I am sure the fall colors enhanced it some, but I was impressed with the short sections of trail we hiked. We did not see anyone at the trailhead and we did not see anyone while hiking. The trails were in great shape, but there were a few downed trees on the way up to the knoll. A light drizzle on and off as we hiked.
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Autumn Foliage Observation Substantial
Pretty much peak for the ones around the knoll, but due in large part to part to the smaller sizes of the aspen up there.

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water less than maxwater less than max Spillman Spring Quart per minute Quart per minute
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Powerhouse Trail - Wenima Wildlife AreaAlpine, AZ
Powerhouse Trail - Wenima Wildlife Area
Alpine, AZ
Hiking avatar Oct 09 2025
FOTG • Triplogs 1,060
Hiking1.95 Miles 239 AEG
Hiking1.95 Miles   1 Hour   11 Mns   1.72 mph
239 ft AEG      3 Mns Break
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Wildlife, glyphs and water. Easy hiking. A well marked and well maintained trail, with a couple of faded informational boards along the way. An astute eye may notice some petroglyphs in the area.
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[ checklist ]  Little Colorado River Springerville  Wenima Wildlife Area
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Oct 08 2025
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KP Rim Trail #315Alpine, AZ
KP Rim Trail #315
Alpine, AZ
Hiking avatar Oct 08 2025
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Hiking6.21 Miles 845 AEG
Hiking6.21 Miles   3 Hrs   49 Mns   1.98 mph
845 ft AEG      41 Mns Break
 
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A little early on the fall colors. A new trail sign at the trailhead. KP Rim and Steeple were in great shape, although, Steeple was beginning to get more brushy as we approached its descent. We brought the pruners and trimmed a bunch of locust along the way too. We got some light rain for a few minutes here and there.
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A little early.
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Oct 07 2025
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Escudilla TrailAlpine, AZ
Escudilla Trail
Alpine, AZ
Hiking avatar Oct 07 2025
FOTG • Triplogs 1,060
Hiking6.60 Miles 1,590 AEG
Hiking6.60 Miles   4 Hrs   35 Mns   2.03 mph
1,590 ft AEG   1 Hour   20 Mns Break
 
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We took our pack of three dogs to the big bowl to catch some fall colors. The fall colors were good in some spots and still pretty green in others. In particular, the taller trees have not really changed and most of the trees around the trailhead are still green. Nevertheless, we were impressed with what we saw and really enjoyed the hike. We took several extended breaks to rest the dogs and enjoy our surroundings. We saw three people all day and ran into fellow HAZ member Pam on our drive out.
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Autumn Foliage Observation Moderate

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water 4 out of 5 Paddy Fork Tank 76-100% full 76-100% full
water report recorded in the field on our app Route Scout Noticed on drive out, water looked pretty good surprisingly.
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Sep 27 2025
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Rock Creek Trail #42 - MazatzalsPayson, AZ
Rock Creek Trail #42 - Mazatzals
Payson, AZ
Hiking avatar Sep 27 2025
FOTG • Triplogs 1,060
Hiking7.27 Miles 2,545 AEG
Hiking7.27 Miles   5 Hrs   26 Mns   1.75 mph
2,545 ft AEG   1 Hour   17 Mns Break
 
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I went out to the Rock Creek Trail to make sure Chumley’s pics from last weekend were real. His pics were indeed real and the conditions out in the Mazzies right now are still pretty superb due to some nice September rain.

The drive in was a little sloppy in spots, but much drier on the way out. There were a couple of additional washes running and it was apparent from our first crossing that the creek levels were similar to those of last weekend. We had actually hiked a mile along Rock Creek last weekend, but did not get up there earlier enough to commit to anything beyond that, due to having the pups with us. This time we arrived much earlier and to much cloudier and cooler temps. We did not really see the sun until off it came out off and on the last couple of miles on our return. It was 72 degrees when we finished. The falls were flowing nicely and the dogs really enjoyed a deep pool just up trail and above the falls. We got some light rain during the beginning and some lighter rain for a short period during our descent. The trail is in excellent shape. We ran into a solo hiker right before reaching the trailhead.
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water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water less than maxwater less than max Center Creek Light flow Light flow

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water less than max Rock Creek at Half Moon Trail Medium flow Medium flow

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water less than max Rock Creek Falls - Mazatzal Wilderness Medium flow Medium flow
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Aug 23 2025
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Steeple Trail #73 - Blue RangeAlpine, AZ
Steeple Trail #73 - Blue Range
Alpine, AZ
Hiking avatar Aug 23 2025
FOTG • Triplogs 1,060
Hiking7.04 Miles 1,272 AEG
Hiking7.04 Miles   5 Hrs   8 Mns   1.70 mph
1,272 ft AEG   1 Hour    Break
 
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We hiked from the trailhead to a nice stretch of young aspen that I wanted to show Brenda and then turned around to hike back and do some trail maintenance. In general, the Steeple Trail is in excellent condition, however, some locust is creeping back in its usual spots and I had carried some clippers. It is really green out there and the forest looks a lot better than it did in June. Yet, there was no water where the trail crosses the upper reaches of Grant Creek and in the past water there is a sign of a pretty robust monsoon season.

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water 4 out of 5 Willow Spring Gallon + per minute Gallon + per minute
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Aug 22 2025
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Bear Creek Trail #66Alpine, AZ
Bear Creek Trail #66
Alpine, AZ
Hiking avatar Aug 22 2025
FOTG • Triplogs 1,060
Hiking3.09 Miles 438 AEG
Hiking3.09 Miles   2 Hrs   14 Mns   1.97 mph
438 ft AEG      40 Mns Break
 
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We headed out to the Blue Range Friday morning and stopped here on our way in to stretch our legs. Bear Creek Trail was in great shape and so were the short portions of the Black River Trail that we hiked. We spent considerable time letting the dogs play in the water and hitting a few deeper holes ourselves. We did not see anyone on the trail, or at the trailhead.
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Aug 03 2025
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Jacks Canyon / Casino CliffsPayson, AZ
Jacks Canyon / Casino Cliffs
Payson, AZ
Climbing avatar Aug 03 2025
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We went up to Jacks Canyon and the Casino Cliffs to lap some easy stuff in the morning. The wall got warm quick, so we headed up after a short session. It was nice to be able to move vertically after a long lay off. It was a fun morning. A nice end to my summer break.
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Jul 26 2025
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Blue Vista Trail #347Alpine, AZ
Blue Vista Trail #347
Alpine, AZ
Hiking avatar Jul 26 2025
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I was surprised to see that this short trail from the Blue Vista Viewpoint had been cleared semi recently. I applaud the effort, but the Gambel Oak is doing its best to undo that effort. The trail is also a bit of a green tunnel of oak and locust, so unfortunately, what were undoubtedly great views at one time are pretty average and tough to get through the vegetation. I turned around right before the unnamed highpoint due to thickening brush and a lack of motivation to see the end.
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Foote Creek Trail #76Alpine, AZ
Foote Creek Trail #76
Alpine, AZ
Hiking avatar Jul 26 2025
FOTG • Triplogs 1,060
Hiking6.55 Miles 1,005 AEG
Hiking6.55 Miles   2 Hrs   54 Mns   2.34 mph
1,005 ft AEG      6 Mns Break
 
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I went back to the Foote Creek Trail to check on how far the trail had been cleared since recently discovering some trail maintenance east of P-Bar Lake.

Unfortunately, the trail was only cleared for about a half mile more than what I had hiked the previous week. The forest is not necessarily devastated where the trail maintenance ends, but the tread is very tough to find and there were no blazes. I only walked a short portion past the cleared trail before turning around and heading back. I did pass a few cairns and found some longer sections of tread on my way back. I was really hoping the trail maintenance had made it to the spring that I believe might mark where Foote Creek starts flowing, but it comes up a little short. Nevertheless, it was still an excellent little hike and I will probably come back to explore more of the uncleared trail one day. I have attached the route with the end of the trail maintenance marked.

water 1 out of 5water less than maxwater less than maxwater less than max P Bar Lake 1-25% full 1-25% full
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Jul 21 2025
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Barbershop Trail #91Payson, AZ
Barbershop Trail #91
Payson, AZ
Hiking avatar Jul 21 2025
FOTG • Triplogs 1,060
Hiking6.10 Miles 1,265 AEG
Hiking6.10 Miles   2 Hrs   18 Mns   2.75 mph
1,265 ft AEG      5 Mns Break
 
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I went up to the rim again for a few stops and a short hike. The rim was pretty devoid of people which was nice. There was some signs of recent rains and some significant rains, but the area could use a lot more. Not many water sources for the dog on the hike, but it was 55 degrees when we started and 66 when we finished, so not overly necessary. I don't really know what I am doing in these parts and just walked to a few spots with no real plan.

water 1 out of 5water less than maxwater less than maxwater less than max Barbershop Canyon Creek Upper Pools to trickle Pools to trickle
water report recorded in the field on our app Route Scout A couple of nice pools

dry Barbershop Spring Dry Dry
water report recorded in the field on our app Route Scout

water 1 out of 5water less than maxwater less than maxwater less than max Little Hart Spring and Creek Dripping Dripping
water report recorded in the field on our app Route Scout More mud than water at the trail crossing
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Jul 17 2025
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P-Bar Lake Trail #326Alpine, AZ
P-Bar Lake Trail #326
Alpine, AZ
Hiking avatar Jul 17 2025
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Hiking5.09 Miles 657 AEG
Hiking5.09 Miles   1 Hour   59 Mns   2.57 mph
657 ft AEG
 
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I was only going to hike into P-Bar Lake before driving out this morning, but I realized the Foote Creek Trail had been cleared past the, "lake." I hiked in a total of 2.5 miles from the trailhead and the trail was in excellent shape for the portion of the Foote Creek Trail we hiked. I am eager to get back and see how far this trail has been cleared. Even if it is only cleared to the perennial Foote Creek, it opens up a lot of new country in the Blue Range and more backpacking and hiking opportunities.

water 1 out of 5water less than maxwater less than maxwater less than max P Bar Lake 1-25% full 1-25% full
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Jul 16 2025
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KP Rim Trail #315Alpine, AZ
KP Rim Trail #315
Alpine, AZ
Hiking avatar Jul 16 2025
FOTG • Triplogs 1,060
Hiking6.18 Miles 826 AEG
Hiking6.18 Miles   3 Hrs   12 Mns   2.04 mph
826 ft AEG      10 Mns Break
 
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I was surprised to see how good of shape the KP Rim Trail is still in since my last visit. The aspen have really grown these last few years and the locust actually seems to be dying out some and giving way to the traditional forest again in spots. I only hiked to Willow Spring, but I did some trimming of some light locust in spots on the way in and the way out. There might be a few spots that get a little overgrown with some good summer rains, but the trail was otherwise in immaculate shape to include the Steeple Trail portion. There was only a couple of downed trees to step over along the Steeple Trail. The constant cycle of downfall along this trail may finally be hitting a point of manageability.

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water less than max Aker Lake 51-75% full 51-75% full

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water 4 out of 5 Willow Spring Gallon + per minute Gallon + per minute
Full spring and overflowing.
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Jul 13 2025
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Upper Buck Spring Canyon - Mogollon RimPayson, AZ
Upper Buck Spring Canyon - Mogollon Rim
Payson, AZ
Hiking avatar Jul 13 2025
FOTG • Triplogs 1,060
Hiking8.17 Miles 1,161 AEG
Hiking8.17 Miles   3 Hrs   29 Mns   2.57 mph
1,161 ft AEG      18 Mns Break
 
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This was a pleasant little hike out of Upper Buck Spring Canyon. We continued on from the cabin area along the Barbershop Trail to Coyote Spring, which we were hoping would be a nice turn around point and water source for Dot, but as it turns out there was as much mud as water and no pools of any substantive depth. Nevertheless, there was just enough water along the hike for Dot and just enough shade and wind to keep her cool throughout the day. We did not see anyone while hiking and in general the rim was kind of quiet for a Sunday. We drove in from the east and continued west for a full tour of the rim road. That paved section of the 300 sure is nice. The stretches of forest through here always impress me, such a nice assortment of conifers and older growth trees, along with some giant Gambel oaks and, or white oaks.

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water less than maxwater less than max Coyote Spring Quart per minute Quart per minute
water report recorded in the field on our app Route Scout A few inches of semi clear water in a muddy bottomed ditch. I would pass on as a human source.

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water 4 out of 5 Lower Buck Spring Gallon + per minute Gallon + per minute
water report recorded in the field on our app Route Scout Large pool at concrete dam and spring area.

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water less than max Upper Buck Spring Gallon per minute Gallon per minute
water report recorded in the field on our app Route Scout A few nice puddles.
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Grayling LakeCentral, MT
Grayling Lake
Central, MT
Hiking avatar Jul 07 2025
FOTG • Triplogs 1,060
Hiking11.52 Miles 1,919 AEG
Hiking11.52 Miles   4 Hrs   30 Mns   2.71 mph
1,919 ft AEG      15 Mns Break
 
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This was the second excellent lake Dot and I hiked to in the Pioneer Mountains.

We got a pretty early start and chilly start, (37 degrees) from our campsite, which was also where the trailhead was. I love starting a trail right from camp. There was a cold ford of the creek a few-tenths of a mile in to start the morning. As a note, one can start the trail a quarter mile before the campground and cross the stream on a well constructed stock bridge. This variation adds about a half mile each way, the quick, cold ford made more sense for us. There were a few presumably somewhat recent blow downs in the first couple miles of the trail, but it was otherwise in excellent shape and the walking was easy and the grade gentle. The trail is in a heavy forest for most of the hike, but views of the surrounding mountains open up here and there and some scenic pocket meadows along the way offer some more open terrain. Grayling Lake was a scenic little lake and well worth the hike. I would have loved to have hiked on to Lion Lake, which I read is as scenic as Grayling Lake, but Dot was at her cap for miles and we returned the way we hiked in.
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water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water 4 out of 5 Grayling Lake 76-100% full 76-100% full

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Jul 07 2025
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Canyon Creek Charcoal KilnsCentral, MT
Canyon Creek Charcoal Kilns
Central, MT
Hiking avatar Jul 07 2025
FOTG • Triplogs 1,060
Hiking0.17 Miles 44 AEG
Hiking0.17 Miles      8 Mns   2.04 mph
44 ft AEG      3 Mns Break
 
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This was my first time ever stopping at an old kiln site. I found it pretty interesting. If I learned one thing, it was that you had to cut down a lot of trees to smelt iron ore.
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Jul 06 2025
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Torrey LakeCentral, MT
Torrey Lake
Central, MT
Hiking avatar Jul 06 2025
FOTG • Triplogs 1,060
Hiking6.01 Miles 756 AEG
Hiking6.01 Miles   2 Hrs   11 Mns   2.86 mph
756 ft AEG      5 Mns Break
 
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Dot and I hiked in three miles on the trail(s) to Torrey Lake. I would have liked to hike to the lake, but its a 17 mile RT and outside of Dot's range by a lot. It will make a better backpack next summer anyways and I was trying to keep Dot rested for an upcoming 11 mile day.

The trail was in excellent shape and the hiking was pleasant. It was nothing more than a morning stroll, but we both came away fulfilled. Most of the trail we hiked was along the scenic Jacobson Meadow and Creek. We turned around just past the intersection with the David Creek Trail, which takes you to Torrey Lake.

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water less than max Mono Creek Medium flow Medium flow
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Jul 05 2025
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Sawtooth LakeCentral, MT
Sawtooth Lake
Central, MT
Hiking avatar Jul 05 2025
FOTG • Triplogs 1,060
Hiking7.49 Miles 1,646 AEG
Hiking7.49 Miles   2 Hrs   46 Mns   2.79 mph
1,646 ft AEG      5 Mns Break
 
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I branched out some from the Bitterroots and headed east to the Pioneer Mountains. I picked this hiked because it was highlighted in a guidebook I have for hiking in Montana.

I got a pretty early start and started to an empty trailhead. The trail was in excellent condition, the temps were perfect and the walking was easy. The lake was a scenic little lake with a nice backdrop. After a few quick pics and a soak for Dot, we returned the way we hiked in.

An excellent intro to the Pioneer Mountains. The second most scenic lake named Sawtooth that I have ever seen.
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water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water less than max Clark Creek Medium flow Medium flow
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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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