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Aug 09 2025
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19 male
 Joined Aug 13 2023
 Phoenix, AZ
Christopher Creek GorgePayson, AZ
Christopher Creek Gorge
Payson, AZ
Canyoneering avatar Aug 09 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
Canyoneering1.80 Miles 200 AEG
Canyoneering1.80 Miles
200 ft AEG
 no routes
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Back at the gorge for a quick dip after going to camp tontozona in the morning. I was confused as to why I didn’t hear water rushing down the canyon like I normally do and was even more surprised to see just a trickle over all of the falls. I thought this canyon flew strong all year but I stand corrected. Water is a great temperature and was a good stop before heading to mackys for lunch and eventually home…

water 1 out of 5water less than maxwater less than maxwater less than max Box Canyon Pools to trickle Pools to trickle

water 1 out of 5water less than maxwater less than maxwater less than max Christopher Creek Pools to trickle Pools to trickle

dry Spring Creek Dry Dry
 
Jul 31 2025
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19 male
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 Phoenix, AZ
Elden Lookout Trail #4Flagstaff, AZ
Elden Lookout Trail #4
Flagstaff, AZ
Hiking avatar Jul 31 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
Hiking7.01 Miles 2,454 AEG
Hiking7.01 Miles   2 Hrs   22 Mns   3.14 mph
2,454 ft AEG      8 Mns Break
 no routes
1st trip
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Partners none no partners
 
Jul 29 2025
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19 male
 Joined Aug 13 2023
 Phoenix, AZ
Upper Lake Mary NarrowsFlagstaff, AZ
Upper Lake Mary Narrows
Flagstaff, AZ
Hiking avatar Jul 29 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
Hiking1.89 Miles 120 AEG
Hiking1.89 Miles   1 Hour   40 Mns   1.23 mph
120 ft AEG      8 Mns Break
 no routes
1st trip
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water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water 4 out of 5 Upper Lake Mary 76-100% full 76-100% full
 
Jul 19 2025
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19 male
 Joined Aug 13 2023
 Phoenix, AZ
West Fork Oak Creek Trail #108Sedona, AZ
West Fork Oak Creek Trail #108
Sedona, AZ
Hiking avatar Jul 19 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
Hiking8.13 Miles 1,388 AEG
Hiking8.13 Miles   3 Hrs   5 Mns   2.73 mph
1,388 ft AEG      6 Mns Break
 
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Back in Sedona this year and planned on doing the full 14 miles of west fork if I could get some company but couldn’t, so decided to go in a few miles here. Got started around 7:30 which I wouldn’t leave any later than that. Nice as always, stopped at the “subway” at the end where my dog and I dipped in the water!

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water less than maxwater less than max West Fork Oak Creek Light flow Light flow
 
Jul 12 2025
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19 male
 Joined Aug 13 2023
 Phoenix, AZ
Canyon Explore, AZ 
Canyon Explore, AZ
 
Hiking avatar Jul 12 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
Hiking5.35 Miles 1,074 AEG
Hiking5.35 Miles   2 Hrs   46 Mns   2.08 mph
1,074 ft AEG      12 Mns Break
1st trip
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A friend offered to take me down this canyon in which I had previously gone down and believed was only fed by runoff. The canyon is dry most of the way but some beautiful springs later on deliver flow in the creek. Ending at a beautiful blue swimming hole is well worth the scratches.
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Jun 27 2025
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19 male
 Joined Aug 13 2023
 Phoenix, AZ
Tonto NarrowsPayson, AZ
Tonto Narrows
Payson, AZ
Hiking avatar Jun 27 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
Hiking7.81 Miles 1,018 AEG
Hiking7.81 Miles   5 Hrs   15 Mns   1.74 mph
1,018 ft AEG      45 Mns Break
 
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After my visit to “Tonto Narrows” last summer I was intrigued to go back but it was quite the price of admission to get into the area. I constructed a legal (I think) and easier route to the narrows that avoids all private property in the area. Left PHX at 5:30 in hopes to beat the heat to one of the closer swimming areas to Phoenix. It was hot even with a 7 AM start unfortunately. Made decent time to the narrows which we cooled off there before entering the gates of hell. I hoped to make it to the waterfall area others have shared here and with a few swims and about a mile we were there. Beautiful to see but would’ve been nicer with more flow and better lighting. Water was much colder here but plenty of places to jump. As always 15-18 inch fish swim in the pools below. After some relaxing time we headed back before one last stop at the narrows before the dreaded hike back which was hot and seemed more thorny than the way in. Back to the truck which read 97 degrees. Another amAZing day in Hellsgate.
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Jun 21 2025
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19 male
 Joined Aug 13 2023
 Phoenix, AZ
Flagstaff 5K Run for Life, AZ 
Flagstaff 5K Run for Life, AZ
 
Run/Jog avatar Jun 21 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
Run/Jog3.28 Miles 149 AEG
Run/Jog3.28 Miles      23 Mns   8.56 mph
149 ft AEG
 
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Jun 20 2025
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19 male
 Joined Aug 13 2023
 Phoenix, AZ
Pumphouse Wash - LowerSedona, AZ
Pumphouse Wash - Lower
Sedona, AZ
Hiking avatar Jun 20 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
Hiking3.59 Miles 541 AEG
Hiking3.59 Miles   1 Hour   11 Mns   3.03 mph
541 ft AEG
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1st trip
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Temps had cooled down a little bit so I figured I’d check this out while in the area. I was hoping to get to the “waterfall” area as described by others but quickly was reminded I hiked 20 miles yesterday… I kept taking lots of break so figured I’d turn back as it was getting warm. Hardly any water in any of the keeper holes. It’s certainly worth doing if you’re in the area and looking to get away from the crowds. Cooled off in Oak Creek after.
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Wildflowers Observation Isolated
 
Jun 19 2025
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19 male
 Joined Aug 13 2023
 Phoenix, AZ
Inner Basin Trail #29Flagstaff, AZ
Inner Basin Trail #29
Flagstaff, AZ
Hiking avatar Jun 19 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
Hiking20.00 Miles 4,220 AEG
Hiking20.00 Miles   6 Hrs   32 Mns   3.20 mph
4,220 ft AEG      17 Mns Break
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1st trip
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In flagstaff for a few days and it’s sweltering anywhere else than going above 10000 feet. I had been up humphreys from snowbowl last summer but wanted to try from this side. I was unaware that the road to the trailhead is closed 3 miles below the trailhead, great… I quickly realized I was not going to Humphrey’s today and wanted to reach a different peak. It’s absolutely hell going straight up the mountain at 9000 ft elevation. I contemplated but ended up tapping out at Doyle Saddle. Views from the valley below of the mountains made the trip worth it. Was a bit above 19 miles when I was back and did some circles to get from 20.
 
Jun 14 2025
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19 male
 Joined Aug 13 2023
 Phoenix, AZ
Tonto Creek Bear Flat to HellsgatePayson, AZ
Tonto Creek Bear Flat to Hellsgate
Payson, AZ
Hiking avatar Jun 14 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
Hiking1.85 Miles 537 AEG
Hiking1.85 Miles   2 Hrs   5 Mns   1.35 mph
537 ft AEG      43 Mns Break
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1st trip
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First time in this area trying to cool off and make it to the pink granite narrows. I’ve never seen the tonto so brown and low flow, not enough runoff this winter to get rid of the silt. Water was very pleasant as it’s required to get in very early. Tested out my new dry bag I got for my birthday and it was a success! Highlight of the trip was seeing my first rattlesnake of ‘25.
 Fauna
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[ checklist ]  Arizona Black Rattlesnake
 Named place
 Named place [ checklist ]
[ checklist ]  Tonto Creek - Mogollon Rim

dry Bearhide Canyon Dry Dry
 
May 25 2025
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19 male
 Joined Aug 13 2023
 Phoenix, AZ
EV Falls, AZ 
EV Falls, AZ
 
Hiking avatar May 25 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
Hiking1.52 Miles 353 AEG
Hiking1.52 Miles   1 Hour   24 Mns   1.34 mph
353 ft AEG      16 Mns Break
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Partners none no partners
Plenty of scratches, but a good way to end the weekend :)

dry Brushy Canyon Dry Dry

dry Cypress Canyon Dry Dry
 
May 24 2025
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19 male
 Joined Aug 13 2023
 Phoenix, AZ
Canyon Creek - Tonto NFPayson, AZ
Canyon Creek - Tonto NF
Payson, AZ
Hiking avatar May 24 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
Hiking6.57 Miles 608 AEG
Hiking6.57 Miles   3 Hrs   9 Mns   2.35 mph
608 ft AEG      21 Mns Break
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The goal was to be in a mountain stream away from people today… success! Fairly easy walking by the creek the whole way to a very deep swim hole. Great to be back in this area.
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Wildflowers Observation Isolated

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water less than max Canyon Creek Medium flow Medium flow

dry Valentine Canyon Dry Dry
 
May 23 2025
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19 male
 Joined Aug 13 2023
 Phoenix, AZ
DW spring, AZ 
DW spring, AZ
 
Run/Jog avatar May 23 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
Run/Jog3.78 Miles 595 AEG
Run/Jog3.78 Miles      47 Mns   4.83 mph
595 ft AEG
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Highline Trail #31
Partners none no partners
Quick run back up to the springs! Traffic up to Payson was no joke!
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[ checklist ]  Tonto Creek - Mogollon Rim

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water less than maxwater less than max Dick Williams Creek Light flow Light flow

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water less than maxwater less than max Dick Williams Creek @ Highline #31 Light flow Light flow

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water less than max Tonto Creek - Mogollon Rim Medium flow Medium flow

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water 4 out of 5 Tonto Spring Gallon + per minute Gallon + per minute
 
May 03 2025
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19 male
 Joined Aug 13 2023
 Phoenix, AZ
DW Spring, AZ 
DW Spring, AZ
 
Hiking avatar May 03 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
Hiking4.00 Miles 757 AEG
Hiking4.00 Miles   2 Hrs   1 Min   2.24 mph
757 ft AEG      14 Mns Break
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Highline Trail #31
Partners none no partners
Back in the Payson area on another water adventure I decided to hit up something I knew would have water. Fairly late start but a very easy hike through a lush, perennial forest creek. Hiked up to the source of a spring with a nice 8 foot waterfall below. Hit a +1 in the area after lunch at the landmark :)

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water less than maxwater less than max Dick Williams Creek Light flow Light flow

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water less than maxwater less than max Dick Williams Creek @ Highline #31 Light flow Light flow

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water less than max Horton Creek Medium flow Medium flow

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water less than max Tonto Creek - Mogollon Rim Medium flow Medium flow

water 1 out of 5water 2 out of 5water 3 out of 5water 4 out of 5 Tonto Spring Gallon + per minute Gallon + per minute
 
Apr 12 2025
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19 male
 Joined Aug 13 2023
 Phoenix, AZ
Tonto CreekPayson, AZ
Tonto Creek
Payson, AZ
Hiking avatar Apr 12 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
Hiking11.52 Miles 491 AEG
Hiking11.52 Miles   2 Hrs   59 Mns   4.40 mph
491 ft AEG      22 Mns Break
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After having decent luck with finding water even during such a dry winter, I tried my luck with a mogollon drainage for a spot I found on satellite/topo. After walking in a dry wash bed for a while, I knew I had struck out. Turned around after only a couple miles, though the geology raised my curiosity even more - till next spring. Decided to hit up the good old Tonto after for a quick float. Great to be back on the rim! (Stats are incorrect, I did not hike 11 miles)
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Apr 07 2025
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19 male
 Joined Aug 13 2023
 Phoenix, AZ
Shaw Butte Trail #306Phoenix, AZ
Shaw Butte Trail #306
Phoenix, AZ
 Hiking avatar Apr 07 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
 Hiking4.45 Miles 997 AEG
 Hiking4.45 Miles      49 Mns   5.45 mph
997 ft AEG
 
1st trip
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Apr 05 2025
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19 male
 Joined Aug 13 2023
 Phoenix, AZ
N Mountain Shaw Butte Area, AZ 
N Mountain Shaw Butte Area, AZ
 
Mtn Biking avatar Apr 05 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
Mtn Biking5.77 Miles 584 AEG
Mtn Biking5.77 Miles      52 Mns   6.79 mph
584 ft AEG      1 Min Break
 
1st trip
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Charles M. Christiansen Trail #100
Pointe Tapatio Golf Course Loop #1
Lookout Mountain Connector #25
Shaw Butte Trail #306
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No hike this weekend but wanted to get out for a bit. Went to the mountains in my backyard and it was a great day!
 Named place
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[ checklist ]  Bradshaw Mountains  Four Peaks  Lookout Mountain  McDowell Mountains  Mount McDowell (Red Mountain)  Phoenix - Metro Area  Superstition Mountain 5057  Usery Mountains
 
Mar 30 2025
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19 male
 Joined Aug 13 2023
 Phoenix, AZ
Bars Waterpark, AZ 
Bars Waterpark, AZ
 
Hiking avatar Mar 30 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
Hiking8.60 Miles 886 AEG
Hiking8.60 Miles   5 Hrs   6 Mns   2.06 mph
886 ft AEG      55 Mns Break
1st trip
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I’ve had this one pinned on google earth for a while, and after seeing it had good flow, I decided it was worth making the trip. Super slow going and rough off the trail, plenty of cuts for everyone in my group :x a narrow section, a grotto falls, and great swimming area made it all worth it. Got our moneys worth as we spent a lot of time soaking up the mountain stream. After some jumps and floats, it was time to head back. A full body workout trying to navigate over steep terrain. Finally got back to the trail and it was easy from there. Even in a historically dry winter, I’ll find the water :)
 
Mar 20 2025
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19 male
 Joined Aug 13 2023
 Phoenix, AZ
Spring Waterfall Chase, AZ 
Spring Waterfall Chase, AZ
 
Hiking avatar Mar 20 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
Hiking8.37 Miles 1,291 AEG
Hiking8.37 Miles   4 Hrs   10 Mns   2.34 mph
1,291 ft AEG      35 Mns Break
1st trip
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I saw some recent pictures from a friend that this was flowing and knew I didn’t have much time to check it off this spring. I didn’t even bother to try to drive the road in, it was immediately muddy and rutted out in spots. The road walking was a little boring but got better when I saw snow blanketing the east side of the four peaks! The canyon quickly narrowed and water flows intermittently throughout. A steep shale climb on the way up and there she was! Spent some time relaxing at the falls and had a cold plunge on the way back. Another great seasonal waterfall adventure even with such a dry winter!
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 Named place [ checklist ]
[ checklist ]  Four Peaks  Four Peaks Wilderness  Pinal Mountains  Theodore Roosevelt Lake
 
Mar 15 2025
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19 male
 Joined Aug 13 2023
 Phoenix, AZ
Birthday Black Canyon Success, AZ 
Birthday Black Canyon Success, AZ
 
Hiking avatar Mar 15 2025
diablo • Triplogs 47
Hiking9.10 Miles 1,937 AEG
Hiking9.10 Miles   4 Hrs   2 Mns   2.47 mph
1,937 ft AEG      21 Mns Break
1st trip
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Black Canyon Trail #114
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With snow the past 2 weekends in the mountains I figured now was the time to strike to find some runoff on my b-day. Stream gauges in the surrounding area gave me hope. Snow was all over the trail and blanketed the mountains in snow, making for a cold but pleasant start. I started to have my doubts on finding flowing water just because of how little precipitation there’s been all winter but soon gained hope as there was a trickle of water on the trail. Success! The canyon had a very pleasant flow with snow surround it, absolutely perfect. Several deep pools made swimming tempting but too cool on this trip. The big falls were flowing well and tried to climb to the top but I got greedy and didn’t succeed. Got out pretty quick to see snowDona and humphrey’s blanketed. Lunch at colt grill made for an amAZing day! :)
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 Named place [ checklist ]
[ checklist ]  Humphreys Peak  San Francisco Mountains - Kachina Peaks Wilderness
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