end of the year SUPES group hike

te_wa · Post by **te_wa** » Dec 17 2006 7:34 pm

there is talk circulating about having a year end blowout group hike in the Superstition wilderness. Everyone interested, start throwing in dates if you want also feel free to chime in about particular hikes you have in mind.
I can do any day other that Xmas and I'll be on vacation starting the 22nd.
I'm game for a longer loop, about the 15 mile range.
Get in here!
: rein :

big_load · Post by **big_load** » Dec 17 2006 9:04 pm

I wish I could join you .

Maybe in the spring

DarthStiller · Post by **DarthStiller** » Dec 17 2006 9:59 pm

I'm planning a hike to Reavis Ranch from the north in mid to late March. I would like to do it in one day if possible but would prefer an overnighter with some company. At that time there should be enough water at the creek to not need to carry extra water. I would also like to do the extra half mile by the Frog Tanks trail to do that extra portion of the trails out there. I'm very close to having hiked all the maintained trails in the Supes and this is one trail that is a bigger challenge in terms of getting done as a day hike.

Website · Post by **DurtGurl** » Dec 19 2006 8:47 pm

In response to mikeinFHAZ's reply:Yo - I don't post much, but I peek in every now and then to see what's happening on this board. Right now I have plans on backpack the Sups S-to-N Dec 27-29 with my 2 dogs and a friend, probably from Peralta to First Water via Dutchman's then Boulder Canyon with a bit of exploring tossed in along the way and water refills at Charlibois and 2nd Water springs. However, tonight it is 40 degrees in my Ahwatukee backyard at 8:30pm. Brrrr... Guess I'll play it by ear and watch the weather next week.

If I bail on the backpacking, I'd love to join you all for a day romp in the Sups!!

te_wa · Post by **te_wa** » Dec 20 2006 2:08 pm

sorry folks, I forgot to mention this trip will most likely be an overnighter.

te_wa · Post by **te_wa** » Dec 21 2006 4:11 pm

looking into the Hikers Guide, 2 routes have sparked some interest. First, starting at the bridge and using Fish Creek canyon to access Angel Basin, Second starting at Tortilla t.h. and going through Trap Canyon to Labarge spring. I do not know if there is reliable water near Angel basin, but might be pools in Fish creek. Both routes require some off-trail scrambling.

SuperstitionGuy · Post by **SuperstitionGuy** » Dec 21 2006 4:40 pm

The confluence of Fish Creek and Rogers Canyon will have water. I have never seen it dry in all the times that I have passed by there. Downstream from this point is a large pool that you have to climb around and it has always been full or nearly full.

djui5 · Post by **djui5** » Dec 21 2006 7:34 pm

If you guys do the Fish Creek to Angel Basin I'll probably go

That would be a lot of fun I'd think.

hikeaz · Post by **hikeaz** » Dec 21 2006 11:17 pm

SuperstitionGuy wrote:The confluence of Fish Creek and Rogers Canyon will have water. I have never seen it dry in all the times that I have passed by there. Downstream from this point is a large pool that you have to climb around and it has always been full or nearly full.

Desertroux · Post by **Desertroux** » Dec 22 2006 9:49 am

Depends on what dates. Im trying to weasel some time off work this week. I'll keep ya posted.

te_wa · Post by **te_wa** » Dec 28 2006 10:25 am

Kurt you still doing Picketpost this w/e?
Sat and Sun are prolly good for DR and I.
Have we decided on fish to angel basin? (sounds ggreeat)
I can drive to fish bridge if ya's want to carpool.

looks like rain out there today so water may not be an issue.

hikeaz · Post by **hikeaz** » Dec 29 2006 6:51 pm

In response to mikeinFHAZ's reply:
Mike,, as this took awhile to come together & ascertain dates, I went ahead and planned other outings.
I am committed to Picketpost tomorrow (Sat.) & Pass Mtn. on Monday, plans with a friend tomorrow evening into Sunday & a New Year's Eve engagement thrown in for good measure. I hiked today, as well. Whew..
I regretably will be unable to join you guys on this one.
There will AT LEAST be water in the lower section of Upper Fish & then again just prior to its junction with Frog Tanks Tr. & Rogers' Cyn.

Happy New Year! and Go Suns!

lizp · Post by **lizp** » Dec 29 2006 7:42 pm

Just got back from Mexico and was thinking I'd love to go on a group hike in the Supes. Have a great time, and put me on your list for next hike!

te_wa · Post by **te_wa** » Dec 29 2006 7:54 pm

tomorrow's hike will start at Peralta th and use Dutchman and Whiskey spring trails to Red Tanks for a water re-fill at LaBarge spring. On to Charlebois spring for an overnight camp.
day 2 follow Dutchman to Terrapin trail and out to the vehicle. About a 18 mile loop with great scenery.

all those interested meet at Home Depot on Country CLub just S. of US60 frwy.
7:00 am sharp

have fun with friends at Picketpost, see ya next time. (in 2 weeks)

djui5 · Post by **djui5** » Dec 29 2006 9:16 pm

Wish I could make it, sounds like fun. I'm committed to another hike tomorrow though.

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