AZT Day 9: Rincon Valley

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Daily Miles: 17.7, Total Miles: 132.4

Another advantage of living nearby – I got to slackpack today! Relatively flat hike compared to last week – I needed that. My feet are taking a pounding and feel bruised.

I dropped down and across Davidson Canyon and flowing Cienega Creek, then on to La Posta Quemada Ranch and Colossal Cave Mountain Park. Colossal Cave, an ancient karst cave system, has long been a Tucson tourist attraction. Saw several horses at the ranch but no people.

Arizona Trail
Colossal Cave SP & the Rincons

I soon entered the Rincon Valley, rincon being a Spanish word for “secluded space”. On a sunny and warm afternoon, I crossed into Saguaro National Park East at Hope Camp. The Rincons and upcoming Catalinas have been my “go to” spots for training and conditioning.

Arizona Trail
Rincon Mountains & Rincon Peak (8,482 ft)

The Sonoran desert is starting to come alive with wildflowers!