North Mtn. Sunset fitness hike (#60 the hard way!)
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This is a fun, short, and somewhat intense hike up the south side of North Mountain. I hike this route regularly and it's a sort of "Locals only" trailhead. There is no shade and mostly a vertical climb. If AllTrails is accurate the stats are 1.6 miles out and back and 702 ft. of elevation gain.
When I am doing hard hikes in unfamiliar places my body remembers these workouts up the #60. Check out the AllTrails description below...
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/arizona/north-mountain-south-trail
N. Central Ave ends at gated communities on the left and right. The trail starts behind a south facing wall that says "Mount Central Place". Parking is available at the end of N. Central Ave before entering the gated communities in a cul-de-sac. We will meet at 515p,say hi, and begin the hike.
It takes about 20 min to get to the top where we will share the sunset with the other hikers on North Mtn.
Please bring with you at least 2 liters of water, sturdy shoes, and a light. This is a challenging hike and there are little to no breaks during the strenuous climb to the top.
I am not a professional guide and I do not accept liability for anyone but as the organizer I will do everything I can to get us safely on and off the trail together. If anyone among us requires assistance I hope that all of us would lend a hand in any we could.
