Arizona Trailblazers Hiking Club
Sedona Sunrise Day Hike
| when |
Trip Report :
November 9, 2019
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| where |
Sedona |
| the hike |
With two Sunset hikes already archived, there should rightfully be an opportunity
to explore another prime display of Sedona majesty—sunrise! Set your
alarm for early departure and arrive in time to spend a few minutes pondering
and capturing the Rocks as they greet and absorb the early light from a prime
location at the Girdner Trailhead.
From there, in the spirit, tradition, and lingo of Sedona, for this hike I will transform
into leading seer and soothsayer Moon(ish) Stargrabber as we explore the
Western Gateway. Our journeys will include Sacred Geometry Transformations
with Ledge-N-Dary, a Micro-Ascension to the Last Frontier,
and together we will experience Unity Consciousness as we encounter the
Outer Limits. As we clear and activate our chakras, a better
understanding of the subtle body will emerge and non-beneficial
energies will dissipate.
Translation: We are going to walk on a bunch of awesome new
trails and enjoy the surroundings.
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| distance |
11.5 miles |
| time |
6-7 hours |
| EC |
+-1200' elevation change |
| type |
loop |
| starting at |
| Girdner Trailhead |
34° 51.151' N, 111° 49.898' W [NAD27]
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| on trail |
100% |
| rating |
"B-"
Rate yourself as a hiker. |
| dogs allowed |
no |
| cost |
Sharing gas expenses with the driver.
The club also allows voluntary contributions of $5 per non-member. |
| weather |
Sedona |
| meet |
5:15 AM in the
Fry’s parking lot on the SW corner of I-17 & Bell Road. Park
behind Denny’s, near the entrance to the Deer Valley Park & Ride.
An organizer will be needed at that location.
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| drive |
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Take I-17 north to SR 260 (Exit 287). |
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Continue driving NW on SR 260 to Cottonwood. |
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In Cottonwood watch for the McDonald’s on the east side of
260 just south of 89A. We’ll make a quick pit stop here since
there are no restrooms at the trailhead.
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Drive northeast on 89A for 14 miles. Pass Lower Red Rock Loop Road
and go up a hill as you enter the city limits. Turn left at Cultural Park
Place, which is at a stoplight.
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Continue driving for roughly 100 yards and watch for dirt parking
lots on both sides of the road. |
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The Girdner Trailhead is located off the parking lot on your right, past
the recycling bins. Park and begin the hike from here at the 3-panel
trailhead sign. |
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