In May 2003, I was joined by two friends on a hike up Picacho Peak, which stands prominently between Tucson and Phoenix. The climb takes about 2 hours each way, and offers panoramic views. The trail is fairly steep but offers cables near tight corners to help guide you along.
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The trailhead to Picacho Peak (s)
Western view as we make our way up (s)
Cables provide assistance during the climb (s)
Continuing our way up. Cables protect climbers from the steep drop-off (s)
The summit: Imagine our surprise when a Squirrel was there first! (s)
A zoom shot showing the desert over distance (s)
A view from near the summit. Washes that carry rain water can be seen moving away from the peak. (s)
Our new summit companion (s)
No, we didn't feed the squirrel, but he examined what we brought anyways (s)
© 2006 John Miranda