When

Sun. Mar. 6th, 2016    
11:00 am - 2:30 pm

WHERE/Location (link)

Event Type(s)

Details

  • Hike Leader - D. Smith
  • Contact -
  • Distance - 6 km
  • Difficulty - Moderate
  • Special Note -

Description

A steeper hike from Tranquille Creek to the top of the Pimple and back, following a line of ridges

  • meet at the meet-up spot at to carpool ($2)
  • drive to the trailhead (near Tranquille Creek)
  • hike for 2.5 hours
  • a route, not a trail
  • 6km return but 446 m elevation gain (1463 feet)

Tranquille Ridge

  • lunch along the way at the viewpoint on top
  • very scenic
  • dress for the conditions
  • dog friendly, but the whole area has lots of cactus
  • a group hike; please stay in touch with the group on the route
  • good hiking boots and poles recommended
  • please ensure that you are well-prepared, as per the Ten Essentials
  • watch the listing over the last 48 hours for updates and comments
  • When I last did this trail I found chalcedony along the ridge
  • info on Doug’s Events

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