What we’re about
Our group features hikes of variable length & ability. Beginner hikes range from 2 to 4 miles, while advanced hikes may be up to 16 miles and may feature bushwacking & rock scrambling. Beginner and moderate hikes usually are a mixed group between athletic pace and slow or moderate pace. Having fun talking, taking pictures, and admiring the beautiful Sonoran desert is all part of the package deal.
Many factors determine the difficulty of a hike: mileage, terrain, elevation, and pace. The hike rating scale that we have adopted is:
A - Extreme: no limit for distance or elevation
B - Advanced: maximum 16 miles or 3000' gain
C - Intermediate: maximum 8 miles or 1500' gain
D - Beginner: maximum 4 miles or 500' gain
This group is open to new members. We hope you'll join us!
Frequently asked questions about hiking with this group answered:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1jADC4K2_gRzviAznMmQWzNAbpIhPCKIpcpEetyN_AVY/edit?usp=sharing
Interested in backpacking? Assistant Organizer, Bruce L. has a Reddit group you can join! https://www.reddit.com/r/Tucson_backpacking/s/P438eFoxjJ
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Thimble Peak Training HikeLe Buzz, Tucson, AZ
After the warm up hike with Blackett Ridge, the second hike in my training series, I want to try on the Thimble Peak on May 5th Sunday. It is 11 miles round trip in and out, with a lot of ups and downs, and cumulative elevation change of 2400 feet. It is absolutely not an easy hike, but I need that training. I will just do it slowly. I plan on finishing it in 8 to 9 hours.
Here is the profile of the track:
https://www.gaiagps.com/map/?loc=13.9/-110.7621/32.3424&pubLink=CNRFshGPbAxLzuBdalrcdeaN&trackId=0573535d-5ef4-402b-9163-84312d5329dfSince there is not much shade, particularly in the last part of this trail, let us meet early at 6am at Le Buzz (9121 E Tanque Verde Rd #125, Tucson, AZ 85749) on May 5th for carpooling and caravan to Gordon Hirabayashi Campground. We will start our hike from the campground.
Bring a lot of water, snacks and lunch.