Trail Mix Hiking

Windgate / Bell Pass Loop - McDowells

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  • January 20 · 9:00 AM

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This hike is rated VERY DIFFICULT.

Join me for a hike around the Windgate Bell Pass Loop in the McDowells! We'll start off heading clockwise towards Windgate Pass, loop around McDowell Mountain, and back along Bell Pass. Along the way, we'll have terrific views of remote parts of the preserve. You're encouraged to bring snacks & lunch, sun protection of some sort, at least 3 liters of water per person and sturdy hiking footwear.

DISTANCE: 10 miles roundtrip
ELEVATION GAIN: 1500 ft
TRAIL STYLE: Loop
DURATION: 5 hours
DOGS: Yes, if leashed.
FACILITIES: Bathroom and water fountain
WEBSITE: Trailmap
DIRECTIONS: The address is 18333 Thompson Peak Pkwy in Scottsdale and is located on the east side of the street just north of the Bell Rd intersection. The entry street to the trailhead is labeled Carla Way. The Google map link above will get you there.

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  • Alicia
    Alicia

    Thank you all for being so patient with me on this hike. I realized I should not have returned from a small hiatus from hiking to one so difficult, but my stubborness got the better of me. You were all so wonderful and I thank you. Kaveh, you most of all. Meant alot :o)

    January 22

  • Rich
    Rich

    This meetup group is awesome! had a great time as always

    January 22

  • Diane D
    Diane D

    This was a fun group to hike with. Thanks for helping me get my butt out of bed on an early Sunday morning. Thanks Kaveh for all you do to organize these things.

    January 20

  • Mia Sheen
    Mia Sheen

    Great group, good hike and yummy food...what more can I ask for on any hike!
    Thank you Kaveh!!!

    January 20

  • Amina Dee
    Amina Dee

    Thanks Kaveh!! Great prep hike for the National Trail Trek next Saturday. Nice to see familiar faces and nice to meet Neal, Mia, Alicia, Brian, and Tim. Looking forward to seeing you guys again soon.

    January 20

  • George Kamikubo
    George Kamikubo

    Hi Kaveh. I was just wondering what you mean by "VERY DIFFICULT". Do you just mean that it is very strenuous/fast-paced, or that it requires a high-level of technical skills? I'm okay with the former, not qualified for the latter.

    January 16

    • Kaveh
      Kaveh

      George - none of the hikes I lead require technical skills like rock climbing or any special gear of that nature. You just have to walk. :-) Labels like "very difficult" are subjective, my chart measures length and/or elevation gain to determine what category each hike is in. You can see the ratings I give various valley hikes here:
      http://www.trailmixhi...

      January 16

    • George Kamikubo
      George Kamikubo

      Thanks for the clarification, Kaveh. The link was very helpful.

      January 16

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