Arizona Trailblazers Hiking Club
Horton Springs Day Hike
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September 26, 2024 Thursday
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Trip Report :
September 10, 2022
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May 7, 2022
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November 6, 2021
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October 17, 2020
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April 27, 2019
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September 2, 2017
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May 14, 2016
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Trip Report :
April 5, 2014
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Trip Report :
September 26, 2009
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Trip Report :
September 30, 2006
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Trip Report :
April 23, 2005
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Trip Report :
April 26, 2003
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| where |
Horton Creek, Tonto National Forest / Mogollon Rim |
| the hike |
Horton Springs is a scenic and cool hike amidst the ponderosa pines. From the
trailhead we will follow the perennial Horton creek to its source at the springs
beneath the ramparts of the Mogollon Rim.
After a group picture, we will hiking a well-travelled trail that parallels the creek.
The hike includes a non-stop show of waterfalls, fields of wildflowers, wild berries,
and forests of maples. Fall colors could be in full bloom this time of year. We will stop
frequently for photo opportunities.
After 3 miles, We will take a break for snack/ lunch and return by the same route.
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| distance |
5 to 6 miles |
| time |
4-5 hours |
| EC |
+-1200' elevation change |
| elevations |
5458' (trailhead) to 6655' (springs)
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| type |
Out and Back |
| starting at |
| Horton Creek Trailhead |
34.340977° N, 111.095018° W |
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| on trail |
100% — Horton Creek Trail |
| rating |
"C"
Rate yourself as a hiker. |
| dogs? |
no |
| cost |
Sharing gas expenses with the driver.
The club also allows voluntary contributions of $5 per non-member. |
| weather |
Payson
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| leader |
Email the leader to confirm.
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| meet |
6:30 AM in the parking lot of the
Target Center on the south side of Shea Blvd., about a mile west
of Highway 87 (Beeline). For those leaving their cars behind, please
park up against the north curb away from Target.
We will be at the Trailhead at 7:30AM and start hiking around 8:00AM.
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| drive |
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Take Highway 87 north to Payson. |
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From Payson drive about 17 miles east on State Route 260 to Tonto Creek
Road (Forest Road 289) near Kohls Ranch.
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Turn left onto FR 289 and drive for about a mile to Horton Creek Trailhead.
The trailhead is across the road.
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Paved roads to the trailhead, suitable for all vehicles. |
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