| when? | Saturday, July 9, 2005 |
| where? | Flagstaff |
| the hike |
Strange rock formations in orange, black, ocher and gray colors and
great views of the north side of the San Francisco Peaks are the major
features of this trail. We'll begin at the Red Mountain Trailhead.
Take the sandy wash 1 mile to the volcanic crater rim. Then take the loop around the inside of the crater. Hike off trail up some of the side canyons to take a closer looks at the rocks. Have lunch in the grove of trees in the center of the crater. We will then complete the loop and exit on the sandy wash. Bring sun screen, rain gear, gloves if you want to climb, and cameras for the many strange colors and rock formations. |
| distance | 5 miles |
| EC | +-200' elevation change |
| time | 4-5 hours |
| hike rating | "C" [easy] |
| on trail | 80% - Red Mountain Trail |
| dogs? | Yes, but the volcanic rock maybe hard on their feet. |
| weather | Flagstaff |
| drive |
Take I-17 to Flagstaff. Then 180 north out of Flagstaff. Maps provided at Denny's. |