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Hiking around Phoenix - limited equipment
Posted on 2/18/16 at 11:46 am
Posted on 2/18/16 at 11:46 am
I'm going to have five to six hours to kill on Saturday morning. Any suggestions for where I should hike that'll take about three hours to complete?
Is like to do Camelback but the website warns that it gets intense.
Is like to do Camelback but the website warns that it gets intense.
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Posted on 2/18/16 at 11:55 am to StringedInstruments
I did camelback... Bring water and good shoes. It's a cool hike that you will enjoy. Not insane but a good workout.
Posted on 2/18/16 at 11:59 am to StringedInstruments
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like to do Camelback but the website warns that it gets intense.
If you aren't a fattie and am in somewhat decent condition you can do it. Find your pace and stick with it.
I personally wouldn't call it intense.
Posted on 2/18/16 at 12:14 pm to StringedInstruments
I did camelback, it was easy.
Granted, I was about 17 at the time and in terrific shape. Today, much more of a challenge I am sure
Granted, I was about 17 at the time and in terrific shape. Today, much more of a challenge I am sure
Posted on 2/18/16 at 12:33 pm to StringedInstruments
If you have 6 hours you have enough time to do Camelback. That would include plenty of rest stops/photo opportunities. Plus, it's an iconic mountain in AZ.
As others have said, bring lots of water/Gatorade. You will lose more water from your body in the desert even if you don't feel hot. If you get to a part of the mountain where you feel nervous or have doubts, stop at that point. Know yourself and don't push yourself past your limits because you see people running up and down it (including women older than you).
I've never felt in danger, but there are routinely helicopters searching for people who get stuck or injured on the mtn. Just stay on the trail and you will be good.
I think last yr there was a kid that was an experienced hiker that just graduated college that never made it back down. People get in trouble by going off trail and dehydration.
Go hike it!
Edit: do the echo canyon hike as it's the most interesting.
As others have said, bring lots of water/Gatorade. You will lose more water from your body in the desert even if you don't feel hot. If you get to a part of the mountain where you feel nervous or have doubts, stop at that point. Know yourself and don't push yourself past your limits because you see people running up and down it (including women older than you).
I've never felt in danger, but there are routinely helicopters searching for people who get stuck or injured on the mtn. Just stay on the trail and you will be good.
I think last yr there was a kid that was an experienced hiker that just graduated college that never made it back down. People get in trouble by going off trail and dehydration.
Go hike it!
Edit: do the echo canyon hike as it's the most interesting.
This post was edited on 2/18/16 at 12:37 pm
Posted on 2/18/16 at 12:34 pm to StringedInstruments
camelback is nice. wife and I did it. and this time of year should be nice
Posted on 2/18/16 at 12:36 pm to StringedInstruments
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Is like to do Camelback but the website warns that it gets intense.
Camelback isn't hard at all and there are actually two trails, one is super easy and the other is medium but you see 5 and 6 yr olds going up it all of the time. It is 100% the mountain you want to hike, you will never see hotter women anywhere.
ETA: the only equipment you need for either side is a pair of sneakers
This post was edited on 2/18/16 at 12:37 pm
Posted on 2/18/16 at 2:24 pm to StringedInstruments
Echo Canyon is a good hike with a great view at the top.
if you don't want to run into a bunch of people going up then start 6-6:30 a.m.
if you don't want to run into a bunch of people going up then start 6-6:30 a.m.
Posted on 2/18/16 at 3:34 pm to StringedInstruments
Just did it last Saturday. If you're in shape, 1:40. If you're not 3:00 MAX. Just put on some shoes and start going up!
Posted on 2/18/16 at 4:10 pm to StringedInstruments
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I'm going to have five to six hours to kill on Saturday morning. Any suggestions for where I should hike that'll take about three hours to complete?
Is like to do Camelback but the website warns that it gets intense.
as 480 said, camelback is do-able in that time and there are usually lots of hot babes. another good one is the gateway loop at the mcdowell sonoran preserve off thompson peak parkway in north scottsdale.
if you're in metro phoenix, the phoenix mountains preserve has lots of options, esp. from dreamy draw. the circumference trail (302) in the phoenix mountains is a good one, the trailhead at lincoln and 32nd st is also good (trail 8). i stay away from the squaw peak summit trail. lots of dooshbags.
all in all i think camelback and the gateway loop have better views. stay away from the papago in tempe. lots of trashballs and homeless people. it's a mess now.
and wherever you go, watch out for bees. they're back.
Posted on 2/18/16 at 4:29 pm to StringedInstruments
Camelback is my choice also. Take more water than you think you'll need, but it isn't really that difficult.
Posted on 2/18/16 at 4:31 pm to StringedInstruments
Camelback isn't horrible if you are in decent shape. I prefer Squaw Peak over Camelback though.
All you need is decent shoes and a lot of water. Throw a snack such as a protein bar in your bag to enjoy when you make it to the top.
If you are going on a Saturday morning the toughest thing may be finding parking. Two of the most popular hiking trails in the area(esp Camelback).
All you need is decent shoes and a lot of water. Throw a snack such as a protein bar in your bag to enjoy when you make it to the top.
If you are going on a Saturday morning the toughest thing may be finding parking. Two of the most popular hiking trails in the area(esp Camelback).
Posted on 2/18/16 at 4:49 pm to StringedInstruments
Another trail to try in North Scottsdale (one of my favorites) is Tom's Thumb. Part of McDowell Sonoran Preserve. Just the views from the trailhead alone by where you park at are pretty amazing. It's a much further drive out there though. Not as steep a climb as Camelback.
Posted on 2/18/16 at 4:52 pm to StringedInstruments
You're probably gonna die and nobody's ever gonna see you again.
Just stay inside.
Just stay inside.
Posted on 2/18/16 at 6:11 pm to StringedInstruments
As mentioned by everyone else, you will be fine hiking up Camelback. Your biggest injury risk will be slipping/falling while rubber necking all the hot 20-somethings and MILFs in yoga pants and booty shorts going up and down the trail.
While the Echo Canyon trail is steeper the eye candy is much better than the easier Cholla trail. Bring some water, a snack for the top, a camera/phone, and take your time. If you have never done any desert mountain hiking you are in for a treat. The rock formations along the hike and the 360 degree view of the valley at the top are outstanding.
While the Echo Canyon trail is steeper the eye candy is much better than the easier Cholla trail. Bring some water, a snack for the top, a camera/phone, and take your time. If you have never done any desert mountain hiking you are in for a treat. The rock formations along the hike and the 360 degree view of the valley at the top are outstanding.
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