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Join the Sundays at 10 Hiking Series on Lee Canyon Rd as we follow an unnamed trail to the Pioneer Rock overview. This is a good challenge for advanced beginners and perfect for intermediate hikers. (I confirmed no special event this day).

We will start at an elevation of around 8304' making it at least 20° cooler. The hike is about 3.5 miles with a total elevation gain of just under 750'.

We will begin our hike at the entrance to the Foxtail Group Picnic Area. We will do a short but steep climb to get above the picnic area. We will follow the trail through the woods for just under a mile, gaining 275' elevation. There's a perfect photo opp along the way.
After a few pics. we will drop down into an old abandoned Girl Scout Camp. We pick up the trail again, this time climbing 446' over the next mile.
When we reach the saddle, you can decide if you want to take the short but steep trail to the Pioneer Rock overview. This is optional. We will hang out on the rock for a few a bit before returning to the saddle to continue the hike.
The hike continues another 0.5 miles, dropping back down into the Girl Scout Camp.
The last stretch is an old unpaved road through a second abandoned campground and back to the picnic area.

Terrain & Scenery: This is a combination of an old unpaved road and typical hiking trail with dirt and some loose gravel. There are a few fallen trees that we have to step over, and 1 we have to go under. Hiking poles may be helpful, especially on the downhill. The trail is wide enough to not get bit by the brush, so shorts will be ok. There is equal parts shade and sun.

Trail Type: Loop

Parking: The campground is closed so we have to park outside of the gate. There is a large cement slab to the right for about 6 cars. There is an area to park along the road. (Please see the pic).

Directions: If you put Foxtail Group Picnic Area in your navi, you should find us.

Driving Directions: #1 - Follow Kyle Canyon Rd. Make a right on Deer Creek Rd, follow to the end then make a left on Lee Canyon Rd. When you get to the circle, take the 3rd exit for the cement slab. or go all the way around the circle and park in the first little clearing.
#2 Stay on I11 until you get to Lee Canyon Rd. Follow Lee Canyon Rd until you get to the circle, Take the 3rd exit for the cement slab. or go all the way around the circle and park in the first little clearing.

This is a group hike led at a social pace to encourage conversation, connection, and meeting new people while enjoying the outdoors. We'll take breaks as needed, stay together as a group, and focus on having a fun, welcoming experience rather than hiking for speed. Whether it's your first time joining the Sundays at 10 Hiking Series or you're a regular, everyone is welcome

*Guests must be 21. No fur babie

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