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- Hiking Downstream of Ciénega CreekGabe Zimmerman Trailhead, Vail, AZ
It is the time again while Ciénega Creek has water running and the temperature there is suitable for hiking. Once again, I obtained the hiking permit and am organizing a hike along the Ciénega Creek at the Natural Preserve.
Here is the information about that Preserve:
https://content.civicplus.com/.../c0a288b6-37b3-428f-8fa4...
https://content.civicplus.com/.../9368ad60-6d2a-4f82-b874...We will meet at 8am at Gabe Zimmerman TH, 16248 E Marsh Station Rd, Vail, AZ 85641 (32.01403763233667, -110.64758954663905) to carpool and caravan the hikers to Panano Townsite dirt parking lot. Then hike about 6 miles one way downstream from Pantano Townsite to Gabe Zimmerman TH.
The water level of the creek usually is only ankle high or less than knee high, but we will hike in the water half of the time, so make sure you have water shoes or waterproof footwear. Be prepared.
It is a permit area and I have only a limit number of people in my group. Please sign up only if you are serious about joining us. On Friday, I will forward the permit only to those confirm going. Please PM me your email address and I will email you the permit. Please print your copy of permit for hiking and parking. If you cannot access the printer, let me know, I print extra copies for you.