Saturday, October 1st, Sawmill Loop- Easy Moderate; 4 miles; 550' gain; 7:30am - This hike is well known to veteran members of the AtBF club. Starting at the Sawmill TH, we climb up to the ridge and circle around to end back at the trailhead. Wide beautiful views of mountains and desert await! Meet at the Trailhead for a 7:30am start. Coordinator - Kay Blackwell - For more information go to the following website- http://aroundthebendfriends2.blogspot.com/search?q=Sawmill+Loop+%28Easy%29
Sunday, October 2nd, Ash Canyon/Kraft MT Loop- A special thanks to Mike O'Connor for offering this route in 2019- "Ascend Ash Canyon, drop into Connection Canyon and continue down the north side of Kraft Mountain." Difficulty/STATS- Moderately strenuous . . .5-6 miles, 1k vertical, Class II-III scrambling. Accommodating pace. "Bring it back home" via the loop around the east end of Kraft. Initial meet-up will be the Kraft MT TH "dirt/gravel" parking lot off of Sandstone. Step off by 8 AM- Coordinator- David Gray
Tuesday, October 4th, Above Mummy Springs/Exploratory/Loop Route- Strenuous/moderately strenuous, 7 plus miles, 2200 plus FT of elevation gain, 7:30 AM- Now I did this a few years ago but can't locate the original write-up, so I am thinking we decided to do some exploring, "build on" the traditional loop trek (5.5-6 miles) that day. So I am headed back up there! As noted, it's basically the traditional route up through Deer Springs, but as we near the top of the ridge trail, instead of going left, we'll turn right onto the route that curves back up and around taking us into a rather large canyon/bluff area with lots of pines well above (watershed area) the spring. Here the trail ends; it's not far to the top/ridgeline. Above us there's lots of blue sky. We'll bushwhack a bit to top that ridgeline, then head out onto some overlooks situated in and around the cliffs, bluffs, ridgeline on the "south wall" exposure of Mummy Mountain. We'll have great views of MT Charleston, Kyle Canyon, and the top of Mummy's Toe. It's break time now. Heading back, we'll drop down onto the Mummy Springs Trail, head over to Raintree, then return to the cars via the North Loop Trail, Wild Horse Ridge. TH- Deer Creek TH/Picnic Area/pull-off with the vaulted toilets- We’ll step off at 7:30 AM. Coordinator- David Gray
Wednesday, October 5th, Juniper Trailhead- EASY, 3 miles- This hike starts at the Juniper parking lot which is off of Deer Creek Road. The hike is an out and back hike through the pine forest. We should hopefully get some nice views of the aspen changing colors. The first part of the hike is down hill but we gain 300 feet on our trek back to the parking lot. Meet at the Santa Fe Casino for a 7:30 departure. Coordinators- Ron and Sandi Hindmarch
Friday, October 7th, New Loop from Blue Diamond- Moderate route, 5 miles, 700 FT gain- We will start from the BD community park at 7 AM to follow the trail to the top of the Tertiary Ridge. From there a new trail heads north and west and eventually drops down to the Landmine Trail. We will return to BD using that trail for a ways, veering off to another trail that runs to Wheeler Spring and then back to the our initial meet-up point, TH. Meeting time could change with the weather. RSVP/Limit of 15 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy Email- hardyhikers@embarqmail.com
Saturday, October 8th, Champion Road Loop- Easy; 3 miles; 600' gain; 7:30am - This is another oldie. We begin at the Sawmill TH and cross the road. Following the dirt road (Champion Road), we hike up and around primitive campgrounds. At Deer Creek Road, we turn to the right and find our descent to the Lee Canyon Wash. The wash will take us back to Sawmill TH. Meet at the trailhead for a 7:30am start. Coordinator- Kay Blackwell - For more information go to http://aroundthebendfriends2.blogspot.com/search?q=Champion+Loop
Sunday, October 9th, North Fork of Main Fork/Pine Creek Canyon- Moderately strenuous, 6 miles, elevation gain 1200 FT, lots of scrambling up to Class 2- Meet the coordinator at the Pine Creek Canyon Trailhead/Red Rock Canyon NCA at 7:15 AM. This is a scramble up a very deep canyon which resembles Zion. Allow 40 minutes travel time if leaving from the Red Rock Casino. It may be cold in the canyon so be prepared. Bring a lunch! RSVP/Limit of 12- Coordinator- David Hardy. Email- hardyhikers@embarqmail.com
Thursday, October 13th, Little Zion- We begin the hike near Mountain Springs Summit using a trail. After a couple of miles of walking through a pinyon-juniper forest, we leave the trail, turning right up a wash. There is some scrambling as we make our way to the top of the ridge. We may need to climb higher along the crest until we find the way down that we want. We will drop about 300 FT. This area has a nice stand of ponderosa pines. Total miles around 7-8 and around 1500 FT elevation gain. Bring a lunch along! We leave the Chevron gas station on 159/160 at 7 AM. RSVP/15 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy Email- hardyhikers@embarqmail.com
Friday, October 14th, South Sister Saddle Loop via Bonanza Trail- Moderately strenuous, 6 miles, 1600 FT elevation gain, 7:30 AM- This hike begins at the Lower Bristlecone Trail TH that will take us on up to the Bonanza Trail via those daunting switchbacks. After we regroup here, we'll continue out to the landmark junction where the South Sister Trail or Ridge Trail begins with a somewhat steep drop through the Picnic Area on down to the South Sister Saddle. It's an area that offers great views. From there we make our way back on the connector trail for the South Sister route off of the Lower Bristlecone Trail (Fire Road). Coordinator- David Gray
Saturday October 15th, Wild Horse Canyon to Cougar Ridge OB- Easy/moderate 3 miles, 1000 feet of elevation gain, 8AM- Wild Horse Canyon is one of our favorite hikesi n Mt. Charleston. This will wander through the woods up to Cougar Ridge for beautiful vistas and our break point. The reason for the moderate rating is because the hike starts around 8000 FT and goes up to 9000 FT. You may have some trouble with your cardio effort. Meet at the Santa Fe Casino south garage for an 8 AM departure. Coordinators- Ron and Sandi Hindmarch
Sunday, October 16th, Blue Diamond Hill- Moderately strenuous, 5-6 miles, 800 FT gain, 7:30 AM- We will begin at the Horse Corral Trailhead at 7:30 A.M. and follow a route up into Cave Canyon. A bit after climbing the ladder at a large pour over, we will turn right, leaving the canyon and take Tony's Route that requires some Class 2 scrambling. We pick up the 2nd Finger Trail then and make our way to Fossil Canyon. After that, we head back to the trailhead. RSVP/Limit of 15- Coordinator- David Hardy Email- hardyhikers@embarqmail.com
Tuesday, October 18th, Above The Vatican- Strenuous- That's right! And we might even make it to the South Loop Trail. First, we'll head up to The Vatican ridgeline peak to take in the scenery, fall colors. Then it's up through the woods and bluffs, around or through the cliff bans, and some climbing over fallen tree trunks to the first really big bluff to create an overlook stop there. There we'll break, assess things, possibly push on further. If we're good, we'll meet up with the South Loop somewhere in between the 1st Overlook and Lettie's Overlook. STATS- We'll generate them as we climb. TH- Cathedral Rock- Time- 8AM- Coordinators- John Hammel and David Gray
Thursday, October 20th, Blue Diamond Hill- Moderate, 5-6 miles, 800 FT gain, 7:30 AM- We will begin at the Horse Corral Trailhead at 7:30 A.M. and follow a network of trails. First will be the Fossil Canyon Trail followed by the Dog Food Loop, then it's back down to the cars by way of the Cat in the Hat Trail followed by the Bunny Trail. Meet the Coordinator at 7:30 AM- RSVP/Limit of 15 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy Email- hardyhikers@embarqmail.com
Friday, October 21st, Mummy's Toe/Exploratory- Strenuous, moderately strenuous, 5.5 to 6 miles, 2500-2700 FT gain, Class II-III scrambling expected, steep terrain with scree- Our approach will be taken via Deer Creek Trail, then making the turn to head above Mummy Springs utilizing the switchbacks over to the start of the final ascent area. The landmark known as "the chute" will be challenging in both directions. TH- Deer Creek Picnic/Hike TH parking lot- Time 8 AM- See Kay's Blog site- Website- http://aroundthebendfriends2.blogspot.com/search?q=mummy%27s+toe Coordinators- John Hammel- David Gray
Sunday, October 23rd, Back Hills Lawn Mower Route- Moderate, 6 miles, 600 FT total elevation gain, 8 AM- The hike begins at the gravel trailhead parking area on the right side of Hwy 160 about 2 miles beyond the Chevron gas station on 159/160. The route will follow the Landmine Trail and then the Rubber Ducky Trail. We will check the ducky tree for rubber ducks. A little beyond that, we'll connect with the Old Spanish Trail for a short distance and then pick up the Lawn Mower Trail. We will follow this, drop into a canyon, until we connect with the trail leading back to the parking lot. This is to be a moderate paced hike. Initial Meet-up- We leave from the Chevron gas station on 159/160 at 8AM. Meeting time could change due to weather. RSVP/Limit of 15 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy Email- hardyhikers@embarqmail.com-
Tuesday, October 25th, Rattlesnake Canyon/Terrace Area/Red Rock Canyon/Willow Springs TH- Strenuous, moderately strenuous, Class 2-3 scrambling, 4 plus miles, 800 FT plus gain, 7:30 AM- This is a great scramble as the terrain calls for continuous climbing up and around boulders of all sorts and sizes and will take us up well above the 30-40 foot (dry) waterfall. We've been considering for some time going further "back in." We'll take our break here, enjoying the scenery. Be at the Willow Springs TH by 7:30 AM- Coordinator- David Gray
Thursday, October 27th, Icebox Canyon/Red Rock Canyon- It's a moderate 4-mile trek with a trail to follow for the first half, then scrambling, up to Class 2, for the last half. This is a deep canyon that is similar to what you find in Zion National Park. It may be cold in the canyon so be prepared. Meet at the Icebox Trailhead parking lot at 7:30 AM. That is early but the small amount of parking there will fill up fast. RSVP/Limit of 12 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy Email- hardyhikers@embarqmail.com
Friday, October 28th, Turtlehead/Red Rock Canyon NCA- Moderately Strenuous/strenuous, 5 miles, 1900 FT gain, 8 AM- This traditional route off on the right offers a challenging day and great views of Red Rock from this landmark limestone peak. Expect steep terrain covered in scree as we top the ridgeline that takes us to the very peak where we’ll break and enjoy the day. Our trailhead is the Sandstone Quarry off of the Scenic Loop Drive. Time- 8 AM- Coordinator- David Gray
Sunday, October 30th, Bird Spring Stair Climb- Moderately strenuous, 5 miles, 1000 ft. gain, 8 AM- The hike begins at Late Night Parking, crossing under Hwy 160, after about a half mile, turning left we leave the trail and continue up a canyon. We find a steep trail climbing up to the top of a ridge. 0nce on top, we will explore and eventually drop down into a canyon off trail which will take us back to the trail and Late Night parking. Meet the coordinator behind the Chevron gas station at the dirt parking lot at the intersection of Hwy. 159/160 at 8 AM. Please RSVP/Limit of 15 hikers- David Hardy Email- hardyhikers@embarqmail.com
Tuesday, November 1st, Cockscomb Ridge/Exploring- Strenuous to moderately strenuous, 5-6 plus miles, 1500 FT elevation gain, possible Class II and Class III scrambling required, 8:00 AM- We were just there a couple of weeks ago. We got a possible trail that leads past the "peak" area. Expect some fall color, cool temps. Meet-up- Trail Canyon Trailhead parking lot by 8 AM. Coordinator- David Gray- John Hammel
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