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1,118 AEG |
| | Hiking | 8.20 Miles | 6 Hrs | | 1.37 mph |
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| no partners | | Rogers Canyon is probably a fairly popular hike here. But in my 10 years of occasional hiking in the Superstitions this has got to be one of my favorites. And one that I will take by Boy Scouts on for a backpacking trip.
My partner and I started at about 9:30 am on a great sunny and cool day. After the 1 hour bone ratlling ride on the road to get to the trail head. High clearance is definetely required.
We met just a handful of people coming out that had spent the night somewhere. Total population of the hike was about 15 people. Very nice.
Just down from the trailhead check out the stream from the cliffs on the left. There was still some water coming down.
The creek had lots of water running all the way from the traihead. Some small streams coming in from the side canyons. If it had been hotter, it would have been a nice way to cool off. Lots of waterfalls (small) and lots of nice large pools. Did you know that there are 26 creek crossings from the trailhead to the cliff dwellings.
Mostly the trail was easy to follow. I will remember the camping spot about 2 miles down for the scouts. Further down check out the rock formations on your left.
The cliff dwellings are certainly something that should be seen and not touched. Its a shame about the graffati already there. The area makes a great shady spot for lunch and snacks.
But since the hike is all down from the trailhead going back up is a little more of a chore. But the 26 creek crossings make it fun. All the crossings are well marked and easy to get across right now.
Having just gotten done with chemo and raditation made the trek up a little difficult. But with several short rests and lots of energy bars we made it back up in about 3 hours.
Just a great hike if you can get to the trailhead.
If I can figure out how to post the pictures I will. |
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