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The three peaks of Gibbon Mountain (hard)

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The three peaks of Gibbon Mountain (hard)

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Where's Gibbon Mountain? If you haven't heard of it, there's a reason for that. The trail is nearly non-existent, and not especially friendly. My first several attempts to go there ended up on the wrong peak altogether. But the views are spectacular. You'll look down on Bear Canyon, Blackett's Ridge, Thimble Peak, and the city of Tucson.

The hike is about 6 miles with 1500' of elevation gain, but it plays harder than that. So if you're up for it...

We'll meet at the McDonald's parking lot at 9075 E Tanque Verde Road, on the corner of Catalina Highway, at 6:30. We will then carpool to Gordon Hirabayashi campground, where the hike starts.

WHAT TO HAVE:
1 - Water (1-2 liters, make sure you have additional water during the summer)
2 - Lunch / snacks
3 - Hiking appropriate clothes AND shoes, for the weather
4 - Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, hiking poles recommended
LIABILITY / RULES:
1 - By RSVPing "Yes", you agree that you are hiking at your own risk.
2 - No firearms, dogs, tobacco or vaping products.

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