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| Hiking | 5.30 Miles |
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| | Hiking | 5.30 Miles | 2 Hrs 30 Mns | | 2.12 mph |
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| no partners | | Early morning hike near Camp Verde. Looking for a short, new trail and this one fit the criteria. Got to the TH around 6:30. A bit chilly to start the day (40 F*), but I figured I would warm quickly with the climb. Nice TH., designed for toy haulers with a couple of picnic tables, barbecues and a bathroom.
This is a dual track trail, open to small quads as well as hikers, bikers, equestrian (and apparently cattle). I find it somewhat ironic that the cattle have been mentioned in the description, there are active tanks with water, there is the occasional cow pile and yet there are no cow sightings, including today. Where’s the beef? Pretty much had the trail and the views to myself. Good climb. The dual track came in handy, giving me the option of choosing the least rocky track. There were two sections that had aggressive elevation gains both of which were followed by brief (relatively) flat sections. The final stretch involved moderate gains leading to the Box T Trail. The views were better than anticipated. Definitely worth the climb. Surprised at the intimacy at the Box T juncture. Big, open views throughout the hike, but the Ryal stream was shaded and secluded with a number of large trees and a babbling brook making it the perfect ending for the hike. There were trails ascending both sides of the stream. I think the one on the north side of the stream was the Box T Trail, however I briefly followed both trails and both seemed to continue up the mountain. Return the way I came. No wildlife. Near the end I did encounter two forest fire fighters (with gear) who were “getting their steps in” in preparation for upcoming fire season. They said they were planning on coming back in the afternoon to do it again. What fun! The trail itself wasn’t fantastic, but the views and the ending definitely make this a worthwhile hike. |
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