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Moderate hike in Black Canyon

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Moderate hike in Black Canyon

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--> Moderate hike in Black Canyon, at the US Nat'l Forest CG, just before Hyde State park along Hyde Park Road.

The elevation change is about 480Ft. The path is a "lollipop" type (an initial out-and-back portion, then a loop), and mostly forested.
And the distance will be about 2 miles. with a walk up to a saddle where there are some pretty nice views of the surrounding hills, and a nice place to stop and reflect.

Description: Easy Moderate hike Black Canyon
Round Trip Hiking Distance: +- 2 miles
Round Trip Hiking Time: 2+- hours
Elevations: 8300' - 8780
Gain: ~480 ft.
Rating: well maintained forest trails
Pace: Mellow

Dogs: Dogs on this hike OK.
What to bring:
Sturdy hiking boots or shoes.
Bring layers, extra clothing, and water resistant outer wear.
Water for a 2+ hour hike, (a liter +).
Lunch or snacks (in case we/you get hungry or stuck, etc.)

----> How to find us:
1. See 'car pooling' in 'How to find us'
2. If you live closer to the TH, by all means go to it, w/o carpool, BUT Let Us, the organizer/host know !!, otherwise we'll ALL be waiting for those who will never show. :-( Parking is on the right side of Hyde Park Road, in the visitors parking lot.)

Also adjust your time to arrive at TH given that we will be arriving 15+- minutes after Start time (driving time).
NOTE that we have to limit a wait time to about 5 minutes at the carpool place.

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