Wasson Peak
November 18, 2007
We introduced our kids — well, they're young enough to be our kids — to hiking with a Sunday afternoon stroll to Wasson Peak.
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We're partial to the loop trail that ascends King Canyon and returns via Hugh Norris and Sendero Esperanza, for a total distance of about eight miles with an elevation gain of 1800 feet.
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This is a relatively easy hike in cool weather, but there's been precious little of that this fall. Tucson is breaking records with temperatures in the mid-80s.
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Nicki said was determined to go "all the way" — Pete's heart was pounding!
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My favorite part of the trail is this ledge just below Amole Peak. From here it's an easy jaunt to the summit.
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Fortunately Pete and Nicki are still speaking to us. We topped off the day with a cold beer at the Barrio Brewery (our new favorite).
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The best wildlife siting of the day was this very large bright green Bird Grasshopper