Sunday Morning Dreamy Draw VOAZ loop (Int/Dif)
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Come join us for a refreshing morning hike meant to be a little more difficult and rewarding at Phoenix Mountains Preserve/Dreamy Draw! There is a large amount of elevation gain in a short amount of time, so this hike is not for beginners! This is one of my favorite evening hikes and it isn't too hard, but let's hike early so it isn't baking outside. Some spots are a bit steep and rocky so take that into consideration!
We'll take Perl Charles trail up to the VOAZ trail and hike that before we head down. The hike won't be a fitness hike and we'll take a few breaks. We're leaving early so it will be cooler! (temps in mid 60s). It is likely we'll encounter many mountain bikers. It's very likely we'll see rabbits, roadrunners, quail and tons of lizards; and possible to see coyotes or snakes. (the original natives knew enough about the area to make glyphs of them!)
Distance: approx 4 miles in and out
Time: approx 2.5 hours
Elevation gain: 897 ft
We’ll meet at the area by the water fountains, which are at the largest structure visible from the parking lot at 7:00 am. We'll leave at 7:10. Just keep climbing the stairs until you see the largest pavilion. If you see the trail maps, just turn around and you're in the right spot. My phone is 303-596-0206 if you need to reach me.
Trail Composition: Compacted dirt, loose rocks, gravel, with a few steep and narrow rocky sections
Bring: WATER (2 liters), hats and sunscreen. You may want a light jacket or sweater as it will be cool at first!
DRIVING DIRECTIONS: The Dreamy Draw Recreation Area is located at the END of Northern, just East of SR-51. The park access gate closes promptly at 7:00 pm but the exit gate is always open. If you are coming either North or Southbound on SR-51, take exit # 7 (Northern).
Please understand, hiking has its dangers. By signing up and attending this, and any 3H events, you are responsible for your own safety, and organizers and their assistants cannot be held responsible for any injuries or other mishaps that may occur.