HIKE HORNS OF DILEMMA / CANYON LAKE MASSIF - PEAK 2276

TWO AMAZING HIKES WITH SPECTACULAR VIEWS

FIRST HIKE....
Horns of Dilemma - This hike starts along the historic Apache Trail and climbs into the Goldfield Mountains. This gem of an Amazing trail can be elusive at times but well placed cairns along the fading trails, help guide the way. The last leg of the trail is where it becomes most difficult, (and if you choose to climb up in the saddle) There are rewarding views of Canyon Lake, Lower Salt River and Saguaro Lake, and surrounding mountains, including Four Peaks, Superstition Wilderness, Usery Mountain Range, and a glimpse of Weavers Needle off in the distance.

START TIME: 9:30a.m.

DURATION: 2 - 2 1/2hrs

DISTANCE: 3miles

ELEVATION: 360'

DIFFICULTY: Moderate

WEATHER FORCAST: Early Morning Low 50's High Low 70's

BOTH HIKES START FROM SAME TRALLHEAD

SECOND HIKE...
Canyon Lake Massif - Peak 2276 - This hike starts also along the historic Apache Trail (from same parking area) This moderate/easy hike starts down a powerline service road, immediately spurs off to the right, heading smack dab to a saddle in the mountain. From here the ascent takes you to the top of this Amazing plateau following a guiding point of Weavers Needle to the edge of Canyon Lake's favorite sheer wall mountain. With Amazing views of Canyon Lake.

START TIME: After finishing Horns of Dilemma 12:00-2:00 pm.

DURATION: 1 1/2 - 2hrs Depending on time spent on top

DISTANCE: 2 miles

ELEVATION: 500'

DIFFICULTY: Moderate

CARPOLL: If Interested let it be known..
Time: 9:00 am
Location: The Home Depot
1545 S Crismon Rd, Mesa, AZ

TIDBITS OF INFORMATION: Canyon Lake is one of the four lakes created by dams on the Salt River. The others are Roosevelt Lake, Apache Lake and Saguaro Lake. Canyon Lake is the smallest of the four, but probably the most picturesque. Unusual rock formations, scenic red rock canyon walls combine desert flora create its southwestern natural beauty. Hidden coves that peek out around every turn are great for fishing. Whether you launch your own boat or rent one at the marina, the lake waters are ideal for kayaking, water-skiing, jet skiing, or just leisure sightseeing

TO BRING: WATER (2 plus Liters) (Electrolytes) food/snacks, hat and sunscreen, camera/phone, dress appropriately layered clothing for changing weather conditions, it is often a bit cool, and windier, up top, especially on our second hike overlooking Canyon Lake.

Due to the nature of these hikes, involving some off trailing and no signed marked trails, it is recommended that we keep hikers closer together. We will stop at different locations to assure we have everybody, but if you are ahead of the hike leaders, you are on your own.

The Event Planners, Leaders and all Organizers from "Amazing Arizona Adventures" are volunteers and are not professional guides. They will not be held responsible for you. The function of the Organizer is only to organize this event. Each person who signs up for and participates in our events are responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guests. You agree not to hold the trip Planners, Leaders or Organizers responsible if you get injured. All participants must be 18 years of age or with parent or legal guardian that assume responsibility for minor child. By your confirmation of attending you agree to the above terms and agreements.

YOU are responsible for your own personal safety and that WE do not assume any responsibility or liability for you or your stuff.

VERY IMPORTANT: The pullout and parking area is just dirt and loose gravel. Manageable by most any vehicle, it is just off the road. Please if you have a high clearance vehicle it would be nice to go farther down the dirt road to allow other cars more space to park nearer the front entrance to this small parking area.