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Feb 07 2015

Richx1

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Triplogs 4

50 male

Joined Oct 27 2014
Scottsdale, AZ

West Fork Oak Creek Trail #108

Sedona, AZ

West Fork Oak Creek Trail #108

Sedona, AZ

Hiking		Feb 07 2015
		Richx1 • Triplogs 4

Hiking	4.00 Miles	200 AEG

Hiking	4.00 Miles	6 Hrs		0.76 mph
	200 ft AEG	45 Mns Break	15 LBS Pack

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MissXander

Was a great day for a winter hike as the weather was to be clear and temps slightly above normal. Started the hike at 8:30am (which I STRONGLY recommend getting to the lot early. This is a popular hike and the lot fills early) and even as late as this, our starting temp in the sun was a warming 37 degrees... so we got moving quickly to keep the blood moving. By around 10:30am the temp raised enough that it was pleasant and enjoyable. We were 2nd group on the trail that day, so we enjoyed the access to the fresh dew and frozen capped puddles that were along the way. There was a mild flow to the creek from, the recent storm and the continuing run-off... which led to easy stream crossings that still provided a wonderful interactive experience with the canyon. There are 13 stream crossings that are easy to manage (we saw some doing them with ease with a child still in the pack). By around noon we were far enough past the end of trail that we decided to set-up a lunch camp and enjoy the views. Temps raised enough to drop a layer of clothing! Overall a great day.

Note: this is a very popular trail... Our lunch had a few visitors and the hike out had us passing many others, including a scout troop. Be prepared to share the trail!

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	West Fork Oak Creek	Light flow	Light flow
	Light flows from recent storms and runoff.

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Nov 29 2014

Richx1

Photos 54
Triplogs 4

50 male

Joined Oct 27 2014
Scottsdale, AZ

Parsons Trail #144

Prescott, AZ

Parsons Trail #144

Prescott, AZ

Hiking		Nov 29 2014
		Richx1 • Triplogs 4

Hiking	10.00 Miles	600 AEG

Hiking	10.00 Miles	5 Hrs		2.35 mph
	600 ft AEG	45 Mns Break	15 LBS Pack

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MissXander

Initial decent into the canyon was beautiful. You could see the autumn foliage following the creek and you get treated to a great scenic vista. Once in the canyon, the hiking is easy going till the first water crossing. Thanks to everyone who stacks rocks... in this hike they really helped a ton. The wide crossings at times makes it easy to lose the trail. I would recommend taking time to study the aerial shots of the hike to get the gist of where to seek the trail. The trail looks to be used regularly, but as you get further in, there is less wear and the brush is encroaching the trails; pants and long sleeves will save you a ton of scratches should you decide to push on to Parsons Springs. I was never able to identify by eye both Summers and Parsons Springs, but there was light flow from the creek. We followed this till the end of the water flow and headed back. Should you go the whole length, be prepared for about 6 rugged creek crossings.

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[ checklist ] Parson's Arched Sycamore

Autumn Foliage Observation Substantial
Leaves falling during the whole hike. Ambers and browns with some reds mixed in here and there.

	Sycamore Creek	Light flow	Light flow
	Light Flow closer to the Verde River, pooling as you go up the canyon. Couldn't identify Summers Spring or Parsons Spring by eye... but by GPS the locations looked to be bubbling at a light flow.

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Nov 15 2014

Richx1

Photos 54
Triplogs 4

50 male

Joined Oct 27 2014
Scottsdale, AZ

Bell Trail to the Crack - Wet Beaver Creek

Camp Verde, AZ

Bell Trail to the Crack - Wet Beaver Creek

Camp Verde, AZ

Hiking		Nov 15 2014
		Richx1 • Triplogs 4

Hiking	7.00 Miles	520 AEG

Hiking	7.00 Miles	5 Hrs		1.56 mph
	520 ft AEG	30 Mns Break	15 LBS Pack

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Bell Trail #13

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MissXander

Afternoon hike. Started about 12:30 pm and headed out. Weather was great for hiking (fluffy clouds, slight breeze, 68 degrees). Hike up to Weir trail was easy and took little time. Maintaining on the Bell trail took us on some great scenic views up the canyon... fall foliage was in effect, so the vistas were great. All connecting trails looked to be well kept. Took about 1:50 to get to Bell Crossing... when you come to that sign, keep to the left to get to The Crack (about 100 yards past sign). Down to Bell Crossing is good for some running creek action.

Great hike with an awesome payoff at the end.

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[ checklist ] Informational/Interpretive Sign

Autumn Foliage Observation Substantial
The creek had many fall colors along the length... great amber and yellow hues!

	Long Canyon	Light flow	Light flow
	More light to medium flow. The Crack was stocked with clear water. Too cool to jump in, but it felt great on the feet.

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Oct 24 2014

Richx1

Photos 54
Triplogs 4

50 male

Joined Oct 27 2014
Scottsdale, AZ

Horton Creek Trail #285

Payson, AZ

Horton Creek Trail #285

Payson, AZ

Hiking		Oct 24 2014
		Richx1 • Triplogs 4

Hiking	6.70 Miles	1,183 AEG

Hiking	6.70 Miles	6 Hrs		1.68 mph
	1,183 ft AEG	2 Hrs Break	20 LBS Pack

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MissXander

This hike started late in the season, on an unseasonably warm day: temps at 10am were 75 degrees at the trail head. The creek is dry for the first quarter to half mile in, and the trail was well cared for and surrounded by green grasses from the recent rains. While approaching the wet creek, the foliage began to get more colorful. Mostly reds and some yellows. The hike is easy and gradual for the first 2.5 miles - foliage progressively getting more yellow and orange as altitude went higher. Discovered many improved areas where hikers made camp for the night. For the last mile of the hike to the Highline trail junction, the terrain gets rocky, more switch-backs, and steeper trails. On reaching the Highline Trail Junction, there is a short hike to the spring and a small area with a footbridge over the creek. We took a break here and broke out lunch supplies and enjoyed the creek. Trip down gave a new perspective on the creek and we found many locations on that were just gorgeous. Definitely do not just hike this trail, but set aside time venture down to the creek often and explore. It's really worth the time... especially with fall colors.

Autumn Foliage Observation Moderate
Trees near the creek are showing yellow, orange, and red. Very vibrant near the creek.

	Horton Spring	Gallon + per minute	Gallon + per minute
	Clean and clear. No odor. Flowing well with a good flow, but not at a high rate.

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