Arizona Trailblazers Hiking Club
MORNING hike ON Hau’ Pal and Alta Trails Loop Day Hike

when	November 22, 2023 Wednesday
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where	South Mountain Park
the hike	It will be a loop hike at the west end of South Mountain Park. This is the first in a series of hikes I’m leading to prepare for hiking into and more important out of the Grand Canyon. Consequently, over the next few weeks, the hikes will be increasing in length and elevation gain. This hike will start on the Hau’ Pal Trail, gaining 950’ in 1.3 miles to the Ma-Ha Tauk ridgeline. We then hike west a short distance through rocky terrain to a connector trail to the Alta Trail. We descend 728’ in 1.5 miles to the start of the Alta Trail where we turn around and regain the 728’ feet we just lost. Upon reaching the Ma-Ha Tauk ridgeline, we head east for one mile, gaining another 127’ before we turn west and gradually descend back to the parking lot where we started. Expect beautiful desert terrain in subtle fall colors, expansive views of the South and Estrella Mountains and of the city below. Required: •  Sturdy hiking boots •  At least 3 liters of water •  Hat, sunblock, sunglasses Recommended: •  Lunch or snacks •  Hiking Sticks •  Camera
distance	6 - 7 miles
time	3-4 hours
EC	+-2000' elevation change
elevations	1000' to 3000' (Ma-Ha Tauk ridgeline)
type	lollipop loop
starting at	19th Ave Trailhead parking lot, 10500 S. 19th Ave PHX
on trail	100% — Hau’ Pal Trail, Alta Trail, National Trail
rating	"C+"     Rate yourself as a hiker.
dogs?	no
cost	The club allows voluntary contributions of $5 per non-member.
weather	Phoenix
leader	You must email the leader to confirm.
meet	7 AM at 19th Ave Trailhead parking lot, 10500 S. 19th Ave PHX (NO FACILITIES HERE).
drive	•  Go to Baseline Road and 19th Ave. • Go south on 19th Ave and continue on into South Mountain Park. Park at end of road.

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