Hike Log

Windy with an off road twist

Lucy February 11, 2023
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Trailhead Quartz
Type of hike Day hike
Trail conditions Trail in good condition
Road Road recommended for high clearance only
Bugs No bugs
Snow Snow free

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First time on this lovely, remote and rugged trail. Amazing to think it’s so close to South Mountain, yet so far to drive! Took us 1 1/2 hours from Ahwatukee, and it’s hard to find a good route plan. Definitely worth it though… trail is well defined, extremely quiet and fantastic views. The top section is a fun, but not difficult, and a great scramble.
Getting back, we made the mistake of using Google maps… thankfully we were in a Taco 4×4, and I love off roading. Still, came to a standstill 3 miles short of any gravel road and had to retrace our tracks. Redirected ourselves to the local airfield, which is a much easier route out.

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