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[C***] Saddlebrooke Trio: Tortoise Rock/Golder Dam/Balance Rock
About this event
SaddleBrooke Trio: Tortoise Rock/Golder Dam/Balance Rock. Pace: Moderate. Meeting point will be The Preserve Clubhouse parking lot at the basketball hoop. After carpooling to the trailhead located on Willow Canyon Drive, descend to the Canada del Oro (CDO) to pick-up the Tortoise trail by the intake of the discharge pipe for Golder Dam. Continuing north into several spectacular rock gardens along the out/back trail to Tortoise Rock. Upon return to Golder Dam, learn about the history of Golder Dam and its demise which eventually resulted in the establishment of The Preserve. The trail continues through the spillway and south to Balance Rock before returning to the trailhead on Willow Canyon Drive. Hike is approximately 3.8 miles; 720 feet elevation gain. *** rating due to short steep sections, loose rocks, and uneven terrain. Recommend cleated hiking boots, hiking poles and protective clothing.
Location
Arizona State Trust Land and Coronado National Forest just outside of The Preserve.
AZ
USA
Registration Info
Registration is closed - Event is full
Arrive at The Preserve parking lot 15 minutes before departure.
Bring 1.5L water and snacks.
Registration cancellations will be accepted
Capacity
9 Total Slots
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