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Hiking Slowly


Petroglyph Wall and Lost Creek Trail
Two short trails gave us stunning mountain views, beautiful spring flowers, and even took us to a little oasis with a waterfall and dragonflies!
The Slow Hiker
May 64 min read
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Pluto's Cave
Not one, not two, but THREE caves, all in one hike. Oh, we also came across a smoldering fire pit and got a startling surprise in the shadowy depths.
The Slow Hiker
Apr 225 min read
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Bowen Trail
Longer than expected, this trail takes you out to the ruins of a stone home built in the early 1900s.
The Slow Hiker
Mar 255 min read
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Wild Dog Trail
A sloping, narrow trail that meanders between plants and rocks and takes you down through washes and up to giant boulders.
The Slow Hiker
Feb 184 min read
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Cactus Wren, Encinas, and Manville Loop
Sky writing, fuzzy antlers, and all the mountains were just a few things we found on this hike.
The Slow Hiker
Feb 113 min read
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Valley View Overlook Trail
Valley View Overlook - the name says it all.
The Slow Hiker
Feb 44 min read
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Sanctuary Cove Loop
This path was full of surprises, from a Prayer Circle to the top of the mountain to a little chapel. This trail had it all.
The Slow Hiker
Jan 284 min read
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Signal Hill Trail
A lovely picnic area with steps leading around the hill, offering 360 degree views and the perfect place to watch the sun set.
The Slow Hiker
Jan 214 min read
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Desert Discovery Nature Trail
A quick, paved loop providing expansive views of the gorgeous Saguaro National Park.
The Slow Hiker
Jan 144 min read
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