Vegetation at the highest elevations is open ponderosa pine forests. South to Rincon Peak. The first 1.5 miles of the route are located in the Coronado National Forest, following Miller Creek for … The road in was perfectly fine for a passenger car. Next time, we’ll either do it as a day hike or extend our backpacking trip by one day. Views on the way up were nice. First day up to Happy Valley. - Noon reached Happy Valley Campground. I was curious to know what others considered to be an angry trainer, and I’d say this was pretty spot on. 814' Up In our fourth installment of 5 Awesome Hiking in Tucson Adventures, today’s adventure takes us to one of the best hiking trails near Tucson and most spectacular sky islands in Arizona: Rincon Peak.. The trail is hiked year-round, but the initial climb is rather exposed and hot in the summer. - Parked at round about as described and left vehicle to start hike through pedestrian gate at 9am. The trail is level at first as it winds its way beside Miller Creek through a shaded oak and manzanita forest towards the base of the mountain. 7.9 km 35.9 km For most of the distance to the crest, the trail stays well off the ridge on the west side. Since Rincon Trail is a multi-use motorcycle trail, you may see an occasional dirt bike passing through. From there, walk down the second left "road" all the way to the car turnaround. Use Recreation.gov for permits. 14.4mi, Started at the base of Miller Creek for a longer hike of around 8 miles. The round trip mileage from the Miller Creek trailhead to Rincon Peak and back is 16.2 miles. This Rincon Mountain Wilderness trail provides access into the Saguaro National Park and, when combined with the Rincon Peak Trail, serves as the shortest route to the 8,482 foot summit. View more property details, sales history and Zestimate data on Zillow. From this point, the Rincon Peak Trail heads south for approximately 3.3 miles and ends with stunning views at the top of Rincon Peak. From this point, the Rincon Peak Trail heads south for approximately 3.3 miles and ends with stunning views at the top of Rincon Peak. The water crossings also warrant some water resistant boots. Standing rock towers drill up from the dense alligator juniper forest. Fantastic challenge- do it!! Submitted by Annie Wilkinson. Rincon Peak: Miller Peak Trail A strenuous, lengthy hike (16-mile round trip) in a remote location ending at one of the best summits in Tucson. Madrona/Rincon Peak Trail (inaccessible - trailhead located on private land) The Arizona Trail passes through the Rincons, entering from the north by the Italian … — The trail register was completely filled. 293.83 m Up Awesome trip this time of year. This medallion features imagery inspired by Saguaro National Park and its famed Rincon peak, which stands high over Sagauro National Park's eastern location. Happy Valley CG was well maintained with bear boxes and fire rings (when allowed) there is also a pit toilet there. Not sure how long it will last without rain so bring PLENTY of water. Highly recommend poles and lots of water and good clothes. ft. single-family home is a 5 bed, 2.0 bath property. The views were spectacular! Vegetation at the highest elevations is open ponderosa pine forests. Bio: Dry site in a pine woodland on the lower flanks of Rincon Peak – peak baggers use this camp overnight. Great but tough hike! No joke or rest in the last 1/2 mile. Routes for further exploration to the north are available via the Heartbreak Ridge Trail, but today we’re hiking up Rincon Mountain! As other reviews have stated, signage indicates that the AllTrails mileage is incorrect for this trail - closer to 16-17 miles vs 13. Cold at the peak. From cactus-covered desert to pine-cloaked mountain heights, the Saguaro Wilderness Area in the Rincon Mountains protects the last roadless ‘sky island’ mountain range in Southern Arizona. This is a great hike. Don't be fooled by what … • Please explain. The 2,280 sq. Definitely longer than 13 miles though so prepare accordingly!! Overall this was a great experience. Beautiful views all along and especially at the peak! - 3pm summit and SUPER windy- to the point that it was probably dangerous for me to be up there. NOT OKAY! Miller Creek Trail is closed to horses in the Park. I would recommend it for anyone interested in a challenging hike. Further isolating the peak is the 1.5 hour drive to the trailhead, most of which is on rutted dirt roads. Pedestrians only (no dogs, horses, mountain bikes) allowed on the trail. The Coronado National Forest manages lands on the northern, eastern, and southern flanks of this mountain range. You’ll turn south on the Heartbreak Ridge Trail, following it for 0.4 miles before branching to the … The summit is solid stone and void of trees. Visitors pass through several transition zones on the way to, 16.2mi 5.0 km There was some snow and ice on the trail after making the turn-off. Not a soul in sight. Many people do this as a long day hike. We carried everything we needed for three days, two nights, about 5 gallons. 248.11 m Up 7h 30m, Strenuous, but worth every step! This hike was an all day event but worth it! - 10am reached Saguaro National Park sign in box. The trees are tall and massive with multiple trunks. Saguaro National Park charges a fee to enter. Protected as part of the Sandia Pueblo Indian Reservation and the Sandia Mountains Wilderness Area, Rincon Peak has several restrictions. The ascent to Rincon peak is a long and often very steep journey through several distinct ecological areas. Towards the end of the trail, incredible panoramic views and brilliant seasonal wildflowers fill the hillside. This is about an injury or accident It is slow tough going. Begin your outing at the Miller Creek trailhead. If you are entering on foot or bike the fee is $15 per person. Best of luck out there. https://www.trailrunproject.com/trail/7017724/rincon-peak-trail Same location and date 176 West Rincon Peak Trail, Benson, Arizona, US (32.113, -110.303), Cochise County, Arizona, US on Sun Nov 15, 2020 Just a mention: I have a high clearance vehicle but if you don’t, you may not get through the water crossings on the road heading into the Miller Creek trailhead. 16.2mi Southern Access Point: Saguaro National Park. One of the major summits in the Tucson area, Rincon Peak is rarely climbed due to the long and strenuous hike required to reach its summit. 286' Down From this point, the Rincon Peak Trail heads south for approximately 3.3 miles and ends with stunning views at the top of Rincon Peak. Well kept trail, easy to tell where we were going. At 1.5 miles you hit Saguaro NP and from there on the trail becomes a rocky unmaintained boulder field. Summiting Rincon Peak is not for the timid. You can also purchase a park specific annual pass for $45. At this time of year there was practically no water along the trail, just little mucky cup fulls in rock pockets. The last quarter mile of trail is aptly named “angry trainer”. You will find yourself needing a few breaks over the final 1,200' assent as the switchbacks are very tight and the grade is very steep. Awesome hike. Miller Creek & Rincon Peak Trail Guide. • Elevations range between 3,880 and 7,325 feet on the Forest, reaching 8,482 feet at the summit of Rincon Peak in the Park. 152' Down A challenging hike made even tougher with the summer heat. Minimal shade, watch your footing. 15mi Without any new rain, these will be all tried up in a week or so. 1,047' Up 319.2 m Up 202 W Rincon Peak Trl , Benson, AZ 85602-8303 is currently not for sale. This is not a technical climb but make sure you drink plenty of water to remain hydrated. rincon peak trail Rincon Peak, that knobby summit near the southern end of the Rincon Mountains east of Tucson, might look innocent enough — but it’s far from a pushover of a peak. Each unique collectible serves as a memento of a new region explored or a new trail traversed. Unbelievably beautiful. 87.2 m Down, 22.3 mi https://youtu.be/0_T4sxLPX2g. • Madrona/Rincon Peak Trail (inaccessible - trailhead located on private land) The Arizona Trail passes through the Rincons, entering from the north by the Italian Ranch trail, and southeast by the Miller Creek Trail See also. It was a challenging climb and humid hike with lots of bugs swarming the headlamps. Views of Rincon Peak (pictured) begin after a brief slope, which only increase as you go up in elevation. With rain, you'd likely need a high clearance/ 4wd. 11.8 km However I was excited to do this hike again with this peak as a constant view for my back yard. - 1:30 hit trail again for peak. 8h 30m, I died Super cute. After passing through a gate the trail crosses Rincon Creek and then reaches a kiosk at the boundary of Saguaro National Park. The hike itself follows very well-defined and well-signed trails within the Eastern Unit of Saguaro National Park - you will see none of the giant cacti on that side of the mountain. 318.88 m Down, 3.1 mi — The slightly higher non-distinct Mica Peak is its northern twin named for its prolific deposits of glittering mica flakes. Rincon Peak from Heartbreak Ridge Trail Hike to Rincon Peak – This hike is near Happy Valley Campground, but we just didn’t have enough time (or extra potable water) to make the trip. 964' Up Views of Rincon Peak (pictured) begin after a brief slope, which only increase as you go up in elevation. 1,046' Down The Coronado National Forest manages lands on the northern, eastern, and southern flanks of this mountain range. Trail tricky to find at times due to pine needles. - The dirt road in was easily accessible and busier than I expected. a strenuous day hike to the summit of Saguaro National Park’s most prominent mountain. The 16.2 mile … 351.64 m Down, 3.1 mi 253.3 m Down, 4.9 mi • Happy Valley Campground was a great clean camping spot with a bear box and lots of options for hanging the hammock. At Happy Valley CG there was a pool of water (about 200 gallons) in a rock crevice off the left side of the trail; look for red trumpet flowers as a marker. Had to turn around at about 6.25 miles because of the heat and dwindling water - was still a little under 2 miles from the summit. Elevations range between 3,880 and 7,325 feet on the Forest, reaching 8,482 feet at the summit of Rincon Peak in the Park. Lots of water flowing today, snow patches near the summit, prefect temps. Towards the end of the trail, incredible panoramic views and brilliant seasonal wildflowers fill the hillside. - 5pm back at campsite with glass of red wine and started dinner. • I brought 5 liters for an over night trip and had to filter out 2 more. 351.95 m Up Little overgrown and technical/challenging, but well worth it. Great hike coming up from the Miller Creek trailhead. Something else? We did this as a night hike to avoid the heat. Once intended to be jewel of the system, it has become underused and neglected - which makes it call all the more powerfully for those looking for a true piece of Arizona wilderness. Steep ending. *Miles 3.5-4ish: Trail levels a bit, enters some shade, less rocky. The trail ends at the top, which shows an incredible view into Box Canyon, a … 4.9 km Didn’t want to leave!!! • Angeles National Forest, San Gabriel River Ranger District, Rincon Canyon, West Fork San Gabriel, Pine Mountain, Mount Wilson, Monrovia Peak, Rincon Shortcut Trail, Spring Camp Last Known Status Temporarily Closed (due to the Bobcat Fire) Beautiful 360 views. Rincon Peak Trail starts at the intersection of the Rincon Creek Trail and the Heartbreak Ridge Trail. There are a few big trees down after passing the Happy Valley Campground and turning onto the Peak Trail. *Miles 0-1.5: Private property, pretty flat and quick (watch out for cattle and their poo on the trail) Don't be fooled by what appears to be a relatively short 3.3 mile run. Standing rock towers drill up from the dense alligator juniper forest. Pretty flat and shaded in this area. After an early lunch, we dropped off the summit of Spud Rock and headed back to camp to finish packing up. At 4.5 miles, the Rincon Creek Trail continues straight and we turn left on the Rincon Peak Trail. Don't be fooled by what appears to be a relatively short 3.3 mile hike. Land Manager: NPS - Saguaro National Park, 7.3 mi Many fallen trees acros trail This is a difficult out and back trail to Rincon Peak in Coronado National Forest. The Miller Creek Trail technically ends at the saddle. This Rincon Mountain Wilderness trail provides access into the Saguaro National Park and, when combined with the Rincon Peak Trail, serves as the shortest route to the 8,482 foot summit. Rincon Peak Trail is a 26.6 kilometer moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Benson, Arizona that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. The Rincon Peak Trail is an "in and out" trail to Rincon Peak. 964' Down God bless 'em. Rincon Peak Trail, which begins at the Madrona station and ends at the Happy Valley Saddle over 7 miles away, is left floating in a nearly inaccessible wilderness. The highest peaks of the Rincon Mountains, Mica Mountain at 8,664 feet and Rincon Peak at 8,482 feet are within the Saguaro National Park. Our time included breaks and setting up camp. Crossed 11 streams in Saab on way in! Thankfully though, there are trail markers on trees that helped us find our way to the summit. The plan was continue south along the Arizona Trail before heading back east to the Devils Bathtub Trail, ultimately bringing us over to Heartbreak Ridge. You should park you vehicle in the large open "round-about" the moment you pull in. 293.83 m Down. There is a fence that can be opened to access. Here’s the low down from the trip: The Rincon Peak Trail is an "in and out" trail to Rincon Peak. Exit I-10 at Mescal Road (Exit 297). Happy Valley Camp Ground is very pleasant, a great treat after a tough climb. List of mountain ranges of Pima County, Arizona; Plenty of water due to recent rainfall but a lot of snow covered the trail near the top. The snow today made it very challenging near the top so yak-tracks are suggested. Head north on Mescal Road which eventually becomes FR35. Mica Mountain via Douglas Spring and Cow Head Saddle Trail, Hope Camp Coyote Wash and Ruiz Trail Loop, Hope Campe, Ruiz Trail, and Coyote Wash Trail, Douglas Spring to Three Tank Trail Junction, Arizona Trail: Pistol Hill Road to Three Bridges, Arizona Trail: Savilla Campground to Saguaro National Park. Trails into the wilderness offer quality opportunities for solitude among the area’s secluded canyons and remote ridges. The only plant life are a scant few bushes that call this Peak home. **Update: AllTrials updated the mileage - it is now correct The trailhead starts on private, fenced property and is accessible from the second left dirt road. The large rock cairn on the peak has been dismantled. A brief overview of what to expect (rough estimates on mileage): The 8.1 mile long summit trail rises over 4,200 vertical feet and returns by the same route. I was 12 years old again, competing against Rodney Bernard in a judo tournament. This is where overgrowth on the trail was most prominent. The trail begins just to the left of the Arizona Trail sign (0 miles, 4200 feet). Rincon Peak Trail starts at the intersection of the Rincon Creek Trail and the Heartbreak Ridge Trail. The 1,022 sq. A lot of the hike is pleasantly shaded, and the views once on top are grand. Rincon Spur Peak is a 5.4 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Albuquerque, New Mexico that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. Once you hike through the lowland areas Rincon wastes no time and shows some short, but serious elevation climbs. Overnight at the site was very peaceful even with the two other sites occupied by families enjoying the weekend together. A high clearance vehicle is necessary. Once you hit the summit, you'll get the feeling of sitting on the worlds ceiling. Pack extra water, you will need it. We camped at Happy Valley Camp Ground two night. The trees are tall and massive with multiple trunks. • An Adventure Projects staff member will review this and take an appropriate action, but we generally don't reply. 8mi, Create Recommended Route or *Miles 1.5-3.5: After passing into Saguaro National Park, it gets steep and rocky (boulders galore) almost immediately. Got first dibs on campsite- I chose #3 and was pleasantly surprised with bear boxes, tidy fire circles, out house, and plenty of firewood. A lazily placed foot can result in a serious injury here. The trail is clearly marked and relatively well maintained. 11h 45m, millions of ladybugs at the top, amazing view It is a steep climb so not an easy one, but a beautiful area. 157' Up Second day to Rincon Peak. 1,154' Down Southwest to Mount Wrightson. I parked around 8am - should've started sooner. From Manning Camp the trail goes through several trail junctions on the way to Mica Mountain and then it starts down the other side of the Rincon Mountains. We started hiking at 9:30 AM and made it back by 5:30 PM after spending around an hour near the top eating lunch. Hard with packs to CG on class 2 w/water. Settings on the Forest range from desert grassland to pinyon, juniper and oak woodlands. The first 1.5 miles of the route are located in the Coronado National Forest, following Miller Creek for … After passing through a fence you'll come to a sign for the Miller Creek Trail: Saguaro National Park 1.5 miles, Rincon Peak Trail 4.4 miles, Happy Valley Saddle Camp 4.9 miles, Rincon Peak 8.1 miles. The round trip mileage from the Miller Creek trailhead to Rincon Peak and back is 16.2 miles. Being a jerk / offensive? The hike described here is on the southern end of the trail, near Ant Canyon on the upper Kern River. Nice break for the legs. Very rough trail, rocky and bouldery much of the way. 86.8 m Up 208 W Rincon Peak Trl , Benson, AZ 85602-8303 is currently not for sale. After passing through a fence you'll come to a sign for the Miller Creek Trail: Saguaro National Park 1.5 miles, Rincon Peak Trail 4.4 miles, Happy Valley Saddle Camp 4.9 miles, Rincon Peak 8.1 miles. This home was built in 1989 and last sold on for. • Trail. You will see the trail marker directly in front of you. Some reviewer called it "Angry Trainer" The end is more like "really pissed off trainer". It passes Italian Spring and begins dropping fairly steeply through an old burn area. First mile and a half is a piece of cake. 11h 45m, Overnight at HVCG w/Jenna. Rincon Peak Trail starts at the intersection of the Rincon Creek Trail and the Heartbreak Ridge Trail. Definitely doable, but definitely takes effort. Got back down the mountain the next morning in a couple of hours- easy in spite of wobbly legs . 1,155' Up 47.95 m Up The trail is … East across Tucson. Perfect temperature in the day and cold at night but we were well prepared. Third day out The trail winds its way through the endless fields of boulders, oaks, pines and manzanita. — Beautiful views are playing games with you the whole way. The trail ends at the top, which shows an incredible view into Box Canyon, a … Settings on the Forest range from desert grassland to pinyon, juniper and oak woodlands. The trip to the summit has some nice vistas, but this is not a scenic assent compared to many other southwestern trails. Rincon Peak Trail is a 16.5 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Benson, Arizona that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. Set up camp and ate lunch. *Miles 4-5.5: Pass thru a pine forest and Happy Valley Campground, start onto Rincon Peak Trail. From here it runs north-northwest up to Pistol Hill Road, crosses this road and then the X-9 Ranch Road, and continues up through the Rincon Valley. 16.2mi For most of the distance to the crest, the trail stays well off the ridge on the west side. Rodney was about my size but a more skilled and experienced player. This hike is closer to 17 miles so keep that in mind. View more property details, sales history and Zestimate data on Zillow. Freezing cold temperatures and high winds at the top forced us to retreat back down after a few photos to find a better picnic spot. The highest peaks of the Rincon Mountains, Mica Mountain at 8,664 feet and Rincon Peak at 8,482 feet are within the Saguaro National Park. Once through the National Park fence the climbing starts. Seven water crossings with the first being the worst but easily crossed in 2 wheel drive 4-Runner. NOTE: This trailhead is not directly accessible by vehicles.The nearest vehicle access is 2.8 miles west on the Hope Camp Trail at the Loma Alta Trailhead at 32.13294° N, 110.68700° W.There is limited parking with trailer parking 0.25 miles south. north for 20 miles, until it ends at the Golden Trout Wilderness boundary near the Forks of the Kern. For experienced hikers only.A strenuous, lengthy hike (16-mile round trip) in a remote Rincon Peak: Miller Peak Trail – Rincon Mountains | Visit Tucson After soaking up the wide open views on the 1.6 mile hike up, the oak-shaded terrace near Salmon Creek is always a revitalizing spot to cool off. MAP: Trails Illustrated PERMITS: required for camping, permits are managed through recreation.gov FEES: Entrance to Saguaro National Park is $20 per vehicle, but there is no fee station at Miller Creek.Backcountry camping permits are $8 per night. *Around 5.5 miles is when the trail became consistently rocky again with steep switchbacks and less shade. • All previous reviews are accurate: 16.2 miles round trip, challenging and steep near the summit. This home was built in 2007 and last sold on 10/29/2018 for. Super steep and no reliable water sources at this time so plan accordingly. This trail is no joke, it came out to be a 17 mile ordeal for me so keep in mind the map is not actually correct here. Tanque Verde Ridge Trail This is a strenuous, 18-mile round-trip hike through pristine Sonoran Desert landscape with tremendous views. The dirt road (last 15 miles) before the trailhead took about 40 mins driving so plan for that. Fees are $25 per vehicle or $20 per motorcycle. Doable in one day, but really happy I stayed overnight and camped. ft. single-family home is a bed, bath property. — 46.19 m Down, 3.8 mi At 4.5 miles, the Rincon Creek Trail continues straight and we turn left on the Rincon Peak Trail. • 831' Down Red tree markings help indicate trail. Overall: bring lots of water and be prepared for a longer hike than AllTrails indicates. Near the fork heading towards Rincon peak from the Rincon peak trailhead there is a bit of overgrown vegetation... could use some cleanup. Possibly my new favorite hike. A strenuous, lengthy hike (16-mile round trip) in a remote location ending at one of the best summits in Tucson. Highly recommend it! Your FREE account works with all Adventure Projects sites. Trip: Minimum 4 mile hike and 2,000 foot climb Nearest Trailhead: Miller Creek (on Mescal Road/FS Rte 35, 16 m. from I-10 Exit 297) a rugged dirt road, deep water crossings possible, high clearance 4WD recommended. The hike up to Rincon Peak from Happy Valley is not as tough, though the last mile or so is incredibly steep. • https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoFCcB03vM-nepESoPJ4KvA. 285' Up I recorded the hike in 4 - posted on my channel for reference: Spam? We successfully made it up and down without poles or spikes but they definitely would have been appreciated on a few of the longer patches. 6.1 km None the less, it was tough and 100000% worth it. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from March until October. The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and bird watching and is accessible year-round. Taking other people's content (text, photos, etc) without permission is a copyright violation and Road was well marked with mile markers and signage towards trailhead parking. Four hours to the peak and about 3 hours back down with a few breaks along the way. • Drank 5 liters of water. Make sure to close the fence behind you so you don't release the livestock. *Note* During this hike, my friend and I checked the mileage using our fitbits and got close to 11 miles from base to summit starting at the Miller Creek trailhead. No motorized vehicles or mountain bikes are allowed on the trails and a $3 parking fee is required at all trailheads within the national forest or wilderness. Love it! The Rincon Trail, (33E23), follows the Rincon Fault On Rincon Trail looking south. At about 4200 feet, the trip begins in chaparral country with oaks and manzanita instead of cacti. 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