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| Hiking | 12.64 Miles |
2,103 AEG |
| | Hiking | 12.64 Miles | 7 Hrs 37 Mns | | 1.85 mph |
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| no partners | | I had the opportunity to go back to Aravaipa Canyon after hiking here last weekend, and I jumped at it. Another west entrance.
We arrived at the trailhead a little before 9am and started off. Driving in, I could see the valley had much more color with mostly yellow tops on the cottonwoods and lots of orange from the sycamores.
It was a little chilly starting off, but it turned into a perfect day for a hike. Not cold, not hot.
The water level was about the same as the previous visit, but a difference a week makes for the colors. It was lots of green with a little mix of color. On this day, it was mostly yellows and orange, with some green. I’d guess the peak colors in here will be next week into following week. Much later than usual, for sure.
The hike is the same as it always is – hiking along the creek, with crossing required as one side narrows. 100% guaranteed wet feet.
We came across a couple of groups that backpacked in and spent a couple of nights under the stars. All of them said it was beautiful but COLD.
We hiked to Horse Camp and took a little break and then hiked back out. A perfect 12+ miles out and back in a stunning area.
I did my Mr Bean imitation attempting to change lens in the middle of the creek. First my lens cap slipped and started floating away. I attempted to grab it and then the lens (along with my hiking pole and the lens pouch) itself took a short dip. I was quick to get it out and I used it a couple of times going out. About 2 miles down, we were crossing the creek and I spotted the lens cap floating along. I ran in and attempted to grab it, but then I tripped on a river rock and in I went, with my camera and pack. The camera was fine, but I was soaked. The lens cap now belongs to the canyon. The replacement is on the way from B&H.
I love this place and I will be back for sure. Probably in spring when the leaves and flowers pop up, before the heat starts. |
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Autumn Foliage Observation Substantial
About 1-2 weeks away from peak, but awesome! |
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