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Boxofrain





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PostPosted: 10/7/2013, 6:20 pm    Post subject: Looking for one night trip suggestion Reply to topic Reply with quote

I will be visiting the Phoenix area late December. I am looking for a single night backpacking trip within a two hour drive from Phoenix. Ideally I would like to cover 10-15 miles each way (15 is perfect) for a total out and back of 20-30 miles.

I have cold weather gear, filter, etc. and will not be exceeding my physical abilities with distances above.

Is Sycamore loop a good choice? I love elevation gain but will trust your suggestions. Anything near Phoenix would be nice but not a requirement.

Much thanks.

Jerry
Redondo Beach
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desertgirl





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PostPosted: 10/13/2013, 10:54 am    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

n Dec, you can easily find something do in the Superstitions Mountains for 1 night. You will likely have to haul your own water but the temps will be good for overnights.
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Boxofrain





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PostPosted: 10/13/2013, 7:32 pm    Post subject: Which Reply to topic Reply with quote

Can you recommend a decent hike is Superstitions, one night 15 miles each way.

Thx
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PostPosted: 10/13/2013, 9:29 pm    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

YOu could try Revise Ranch - 10 miles or so

This is a great resources for you: http://hikearizona.com
http://hikearizona.com/decoder.php?ZTN=246
http://hikearizona.com/decoder.php?ZTN=270

I like going from South Side but you will need to get to Roger's Trough TH which is a bit of a drive on dirt/gravel roads.

There is a bit of exploring you can do in the area or once you look up directions/trails you can make it longer

Another area to look into is Charlebois area -- Couple of different loops & hikes.

YOu might consider picking up http://www.amazon.com/Hikers-Guide-Superstition-Wilderness-Arizonas/dp/1884224059/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1381724883&sr=8-1&keywords=superstition+mountain+hiking

Great Resource & also get a good map --there are many trail that connect and you can make the length to suit your interest.
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PostPosted: 10/16/2013, 12:26 pm    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

I would do a Reavis Ranch trip or a Haunted Canyon into Toney Cabin.
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PostPosted: 11/1/2013, 9:43 pm    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

You're requirements offer lots of choices. Within 2 hrs of Phx you could be in low desert, high desert, rim country, canyon country or low pine/chaparral mix. What are you looking for?
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