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Apr 05 2026
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Ridgeline Javelina Loop - South MountainPhoenix, AZ
Ridgeline Javelina Loop - South Mountain
Phoenix, AZ
 Hiking avatar Apr 05 2026
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
 Hiking3.95 Miles 810 AEG
 Hiking3.95 Miles   1 Hour   55 Mns   2.14 mph
810 ft AEG      4 Mns Break32 LBS Pack
 
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Hiked Ridgeline with the family as our weekly fitness hike.

The grandparents were struggling with the heat and ducked out after the first set of hills. Victoria and I carried on to the end and then returned via Javelina as Victoria was feeling tired.

The spring heat is starting to cut down on the greenery already, much of the less hardy grass was already brown even though it is only April.

Eanáir's new hiking clothes seemed to work well enough, he had a nice nap on the trail like usual.

All in all a good hike
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230446
Mar 14 2026
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White Dome LoopVegas, NV
White Dome Loop
Vegas, NV
Hiking avatar Mar 14 2026
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
Hiking1.23 Miles 395 AEG
Hiking1.23 Miles      43 Mns   1.89 mph
395 ft AEG      4 Mns Break32 LBS Pack
 
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Hiked White Dome Loop with Victoria and Eanáir as part of our Valley of Fire trip.

This was probably the best of the Valley of Fire trails we did, in my opinion.

The trail started with a solid incline that was the loose sand typical of the park. Quite the intimidating start! but at least that part was in the shade. After that there was a rocky descent that was almost a scramble, it was a good thing the grandparents had gotten tired and opted out of this one, they would not have been happy on it.

Shortly afterwards there was a set of ruins that apparently were the set of a movie in the 30's, not to much left of it at this point but there was a plaque with a description of it.

Then the trail went through a slot canyon. This spot was particularly scenic, it was a bit like red canyon slot though not as long. It was a great spot for photos and probably the easiest to access slot canyon I have come across.

Continuing the loop there were several scenic vistas and small natural arch.

There was a lot of things to see in a really short loop trail that was not particularly difficult (even with Eanáir on my back and the hot weather). I would definitely do this one again if I were in the area.
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Mar 08 2026
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Ridgeline Javelina Loop - South MountainPhoenix, AZ
Ridgeline Javelina Loop - South Mountain
Phoenix, AZ
 Hiking avatar Mar 08 2026
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
 Hiking3.89 Miles 830 AEG
 Hiking3.89 Miles   1 Hour   49 Mns   2.18 mph
830 ft AEG      2 Mns Break32 LBS Pack
 
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Hiked Ridgeline trail returning via Javelina with the family as our weekly fitness hike.

Victoria's parents dropped to Javelina midway through, we went to the end but took the easy way back as Victoria was getting tired.

Eanáir is finally learning to keep his hat on and actually complains when it falls off now.

Lots of mountain bikers out today

Looking forward to next weekends trip to Red Rocks and Valley of Fire...
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229906
Feb 22 2026
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36 male
 Joined Oct 23 2017
 Tempe
Ridgeline Javelina Loop - South MountainPhoenix, AZ
Ridgeline Javelina Loop - South Mountain
Phoenix, AZ
 Hiking avatar Feb 22 2026
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
 Hiking4.06 Miles 499 AEG
 Hiking4.06 Miles   1 Hour   46 Mns   2.44 mph
499 ft AEG      6 Mns Break32 LBS Pack
 
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Hiked a series of easier trails north of Ridgeline trail at South Mountain with the family.

Victoria wasn't feeling up to our usual level of difficulty so we dialed it back a bit and did something a little different.

There were quite a few folks out enjoying the warm weather and we explored some trails we don't normally do.

A good fitness hike
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229804
Feb 15 2026
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36 male
 Joined Oct 23 2017
 Tempe
Pass Mtn Ridgeline Loop - Meridian THPhoenix, AZ
Pass Mtn Ridgeline Loop - Meridian TH
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Feb 15 2026
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
Hiking4.41 Miles 766 AEG
Hiking4.41 Miles   2 Hrs   19 Mns   2.00 mph
766 ft AEG      7 Mns Break32 LBS Pack
 
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Originally set out to do Broadway Cave with the family but there was a Marathon going on and the road there was blocked. So we did a quick search for a nearby trailhead and gave Pass Mountain from Meridian trailhead a shot.

This one was actually pretty cool. It is not a popular trailhead and provides a "back door" to the wind cave without having to pay the fees of the normal trailhead. It does add some extra mileage to the hike but the wind cave isn't a particularly difficult hike so this isn't a deal breaker (at least for us).

In any event we opted to do Pass Mountain, or at least as much of it as we could fit in after driving all over Apache Junction.

The scenery was pretty with a lot of Saguaro in the valley to the right and some interesting rock formations at the saddle. We hiked almost to the top of the saddle before calling it a day. The wind was significant and kept blowing Eanair's hat away (Victoria had to go back and retrieve it when if fell once and was not immediately noticed).

It was a pleasant hike and definitely has some replay value for longer routes.
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229806
Feb 08 2026
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36 male
 Joined Oct 23 2017
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Pima Wash - South MountainPhoenix, AZ
Pima Wash - South Mountain
Phoenix, AZ
 Hiking avatar Feb 08 2026
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
 Hiking3.26 Miles 462 AEG
 Hiking3.26 Miles   1 Hour   21 Mns   2.44 mph
462 ft AEG      1 Min Break30 LBS Pack
 
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Hiked Pima Wash with the family for our weekly fitness hike.

Lucked out and found a spot in the parking lot despite it being very crowded and busy.

Weather was good, prime Phoenix Metro hiking weather.

Grandparents made it as far as the bench, we went took the ascent trail up to Marcos De Niza for a little extra.

A good day
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229381
Feb 01 2026
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 Joined Oct 23 2017
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Mormon Trail - South MountainPhoenix, AZ
Mormon Trail - South Mountain
Phoenix, AZ
 Hiking avatar Feb 01 2026
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
 Hiking4.79 Miles 1,916 AEG
 Hiking4.79 Miles   2 Hrs   7 Mns   2.28 mph
1,916 ft AEG      1 Min Break30 LBS Pack
 
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Hiked Mormon Trail to the Hidden Valley Loop with the family.

Trailhead was packed we had to park a considerable distance down the street.

The Grandparents made it farther than last time, they still have a ways to go before they make the summit though.

We did the rest, not too crowded once you get higher up, help a group of novices with navigation. Lots of mountain bikers.

A good hike.
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229383
Jan 25 2026
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36 male
 Joined Oct 23 2017
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Ridgeline Javelina Loop - South MountainPhoenix, AZ
Ridgeline Javelina Loop - South Mountain
Phoenix, AZ
 Hiking avatar Jan 25 2026
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
 Hiking4.46 Miles 2,844 AEG
 Hiking4.46 Miles   2 Hrs   6 Mns   2.25 mph
2,844 ft AEG      7 Mns Break30 LBS Pack
 
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Hiked Ridgeline Trail with the family as our weekly fitness hike.

Victoria's Grandpa was determined to actually finish it this time (or at least her Grandmother would not let him give up lol). They both managed the full hike in although he was definitely getting tired by the end of it.

On the return they took Javelina Canyon back as it has far less AEG. We returned via Ridgeline to get as much elevation as possible.

We made it back at almost the same time (had just enough time to get Eanair into his car seat before they got back.

No bees and not too crowded this time.

A good hike
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229384
Jan 18 2026
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36 male
 Joined Oct 23 2017
 Tempe
Marcos De Niza - South MountainPhoenix, AZ
Marcos De Niza - South Mountain
Phoenix, AZ
 Hiking avatar Jan 18 2026
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
 Hiking4.87 Miles 3,042 AEG
 Hiking4.87 Miles   1 Hour   51 Mns   2.66 mph
3,042 ft AEG      1 Min Break8 LBS Pack
 
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Hiked Marcos De Niza as my weekend fitness hike.

Victoria was not feeling well so this one was solo
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Jan 02 2026
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36 male
 Joined Oct 23 2017
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Holbert Trail - South MountainPhoenix, AZ
Holbert Trail - South Mountain
Phoenix, AZ
 Hiking avatar Jan 02 2026
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
 Hiking5.18 Miles 1,291 AEG
 Hiking5.18 Miles   2 Hrs   34 Mns   2.13 mph
1,291 ft AEG      8 Mns Break32 LBS Pack
 
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Hiked Holbert Trail to Dobbins lookout with Victoria and Eanáir as our weekly fitness hike.

Construction is still going on so there is a detour (trail-wise) to get there.

Had good weather and trail was not to crowded

Finished at Dobbins, busy as usual with vendors at the top. Had to go back down quickly as there were a lot of bees and they were bothering Eanáir (no stings but they were going after his snacks/milk).
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229908
Dec 28 2025
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 Joined Oct 23 2017
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Wind Cave Trail #281Phoenix, AZ
Wind Cave Trail #281
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Dec 28 2025
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
Hiking3.46 Miles 888 AEG
Hiking3.46 Miles   1 Hour   51 Mns   1.98 mph
888 ft AEG      6 Mns Break32 LBS Pack
 
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Hiked the Wind Cave Trail with the family.

The grandparents made it about half-way up before retreating.

The trail was pretty busy but we were able to park without too much difficulty.

Pretty views from the top as usual. Eanáir was hamming it up for the camera and getting lots of attention from people at the top.
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229909
Dec 26 2025
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36 male
 Joined Oct 23 2017
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Ridgeline Javelina Loop - South MountainPhoenix, AZ
Ridgeline Javelina Loop - South Mountain
Phoenix, AZ
 Hiking avatar Dec 26 2025
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
 Hiking4.63 Miles 1,709 AEG
 Hiking4.63 Miles   2 Hrs   6 Mns   2.24 mph
1,709 ft AEG      2 Mns Break32 LBS Pack
 
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Hiked Ridgeline trail with the family

Hike was a while back need to clear it off the phone
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229910
Dec 20 2025
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 Joined Oct 23 2017
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Piestewa Peak Summit Trail #300Phoenix, AZ
Piestewa Peak Summit Trail #300
Phoenix, AZ
 Hiking avatar Dec 20 2025
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
 Hiking3.59 Miles 1,359 AEG
 Hiking3.59 Miles   1 Hour   58 Mns   1.87 mph
1,359 ft AEG      3 Mns Break32 LBS Pack
 
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Hiked Piestewa Peak Summit Trail with Victoria and Eanáir.

Weather was nice trail was very popular, big crowd at top

Eanáir's first time on this trail
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229912
Dec 07 2025
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36 male
 Joined Oct 23 2017
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Ridgeline Javelina Loop - South MountainPhoenix, AZ
Ridgeline Javelina Loop - South Mountain
Phoenix, AZ
 Hiking avatar Dec 07 2025
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
 Hiking4.06 Miles 891 AEG
 Hiking4.06 Miles   1 Hour   48 Mns   2.30 mph
891 ft AEG      2 Mns Break32 LBS Pack
 
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Another Ridgeline Javelina loop fitness hike

Clearing out the phone
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229914
Nov 30 2025
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Airport Loop TrailSedona, AZ
Airport Loop Trail
Sedona, AZ
Hiking avatar Nov 30 2025
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
Hiking2.74 Miles 532 AEG
Hiking2.74 Miles   1 Hour   46 Mns   1.71 mph
532 ft AEG      10 Mns Break32 LBS Pack
 
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Hiked Airport Loop Road with the family + Dad as part of our post Thanksgiving adventure.

Technically we started out doing airport loop but after doing the initial descent, and seeing some of the slightly sketchy areas the grandparents would have to traverse, we re-routed to some other local connecting trails.

The scenery was superb as usual and this trail was far enough west that getting there was not a traffic headache.

There were quite a few connecting trails in the vicinity that gave good views of bell rock and other nearby features, there was no shortage of views.

Eanáir particularly liked all the aviation activity and liked watching and pointing at all the planes coming and going (mostly small craft but one large commercial plan I was surprised could land at such a small airstrip).

It was a good hike that let us make it as challenging (or not) as we wanted. The grandparents opted not to hike back up to airport mesa but instead wait at the lower parking lot for us to retrieve the car and pick them up at the bottom.

A good option for families as there is ample (paid) parking at the mesa itself and bathrooms at the trailhead.

Will have to do again
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229915
Nov 09 2025
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Ridgeline Javelina Loop - South MountainPhoenix, AZ
Ridgeline Javelina Loop - South Mountain
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Nov 09 2025
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
Hiking4.00 Miles 1,059 AEG
Hiking4.00 Miles   2 Hrs      2.00 mph
1,059 ft AEG31 LBS Pack
 
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Hiked Ridgeline Trail with the family.

It is Phoenix Metro hiking season! The trail was very busy, parking lot was full and we had to park on the street some distance away by BAE systems. The grandparents made it up the first two hills but then went back by the flatter trail that connected on the left hand side. I need to get them route scout on their phones so there is no chance of them getting lost when they make detours like this.

Victoria, Eanair, and I went the rest of the way. Eanair slept through the middle 3rd of the hike but woke up for the end, he was starting to get hungry, will need to pack him a snack next time.

Weather was great had a good time with our weekly fitness hike
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227308
Nov 02 2025
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Pima Wash - South MountainPhoenix, AZ
Pima Wash - South Mountain
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Nov 02 2025
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
Hiking3.29 Miles 199 AEG
Hiking3.29 Miles   1 Hour   8 Mns   2.95 mph
199 ft AEG      1 Min Break30 LBS Pack
 
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Hiked Pima Canyon Trail with the family.

Got Eanair out for a hike as it is now cool enough for babies in the Phoenix Metro.

Grandparents made it about halfway before getting tired and waited in the shade for us to pick them up on the way back. Victoria, Eanair, and I went to the stone house.

It was a good hike, weather was great, starting to get crowded though. We were lucky and got a spot to park in the actual lot and didn't have to walk an extra half mile for street parking.

We will have to get Eanair out a lot more now that the weather is nice.
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227310
Oct 26 2025
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Hidden Valley via Mormon TrailPhoenix, AZ
Hidden Valley via Mormon Trail
Phoenix, AZ
Hiking avatar Oct 26 2025
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
Hiking3.78 Miles 982 AEG
Hiking3.78 Miles   2 Hrs   3 Mns   1.89 mph
982 ft AEG      3 Mns Break30 LBS Pack
 
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Hiked Hidden Valley via Mormon trail with the family.

The grandparents did not make it very fare before finding a shady spot to wait for us on the way back. Victoria's Mom would have kept going but her dad was not able.

The 3 of us carried on.

The hidden valley loop was a bit more interesting with the baby carrier.

Fatman's pass was pretty easily bypassed as there is a trail that goes along the left-hand-side of the rock formation that was easy enough.

The 1st hidden valley craw/slide was a bit more challenging. I explored several options but ended up going off the far right which had a boulder pile that was pretty safe to climb down (much more so than the slick rock on that side and the craw/slide was out of the question due to clearance).

The 2nd slide I could find no easy was around so I just folded up the pack legs and went down the slide slowly. Eanair though it was fun so we have a winner there.

On the whole it was a good fitness hike, pretty from the recent rains, and fun as usual.
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227312
Oct 19 2025
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Marcos De Niza - South MountainPhoenix, AZ
Marcos De Niza - South Mountain
Phoenix, AZ
 Hiking avatar Oct 19 2025
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
 Hiking4.69 Miles 1,937 AEG
 Hiking4.69 Miles   2 Hrs   21 Mns   2.00 mph
1,937 ft AEG8 LBS Pack
 
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Hiked Marcos De Niza with Victoria for our weekly fitness hike.

The weather is starting to get good so next time we will have to bring Eanair. (probably not on this trail that would be too risky with the baby carrier).

A good fitness hike overall.
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227313
Oct 12 2025
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Aspen Draw Trail #423Tucson, AZ
Aspen Draw Trail #423
Tucson, AZ
Hiking avatar Oct 12 2025
KingLeonidas • Triplogs 285
Hiking2.28 Miles 591 AEG
Hiking2.28 Miles   1 Hour   29 Mns   1.82 mph
591 ft AEG      14 Mns Break30 LBS Pack
 
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Hiked Aspen Draw Trail with the family during our trip down to Tucson to visit Margaret (who missed this hike as she needed to get to the airport).

The start of this trail is a bit hard to find and we initially missed it. From the Iron Door you head down the road a short distance until you see a stormwater run-off weir. At this point you step over the guardrail and the trail starts there. This is also the trailhead for the upper riparian area trail.

We were a bit early for the Aspens to be changing color, it seems that Mt. Lemmon changes colors a few weeks later than Flagstaff (a useful thing to know if we miss the Flagstaff window in the future or want a double header). There were a few Oaks changing color though so we weren't too far off on the timing.

The trail was muddy with all the recent rain but not too slick. The elevation was significant and those with less than optimal cardiovascular conditioning struggled.

We turned back before hitting the end as we were short on time and Eanáir needed a change.

The last day of Octoberfest was underway at the lodge and so we took the opportunity to get some lunch. Our attempt to sneak in a 2nd hike was foiled by the rain.

Not a bad hike overall, I suspect Flagstaff's Aspen hikes are more impressive even if we had gotten the timing perfectly.
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