Bighorn Peak - Bighorn Mountains Wilderness

Bighorn Peak is a spectacular desert landmark west of Tonopah, Arizona, and can be easily spotted 30 miles away when traveling Interstate 10; the peak is located about 4 miles north of the Interstate. The first time I hiked up this difficult peak was October 28, 2020. I parked my car by the Central Arizona Project Canal, and spent the night there. I began my hike the next day at 8:12 AM. My hike was 7 miles round-trip, and it took me 7 hours and 21 minutes.

Pass Mountain Summit Loop - Tonto National Forest

I began my hike in Usery Mountain Regional Park. I did a 5.3 mile loop going clockwise to the 3,304-foot summit. From there I headed south where I followed the trail down to my mini van. The hike took me 3 hours and 19 minutes.

Double Arches Loop - Superstition Mountains

I returned to Crucifix Canyon to look for the Double Arches. The geological formations here are fascinating. My loop hike was 2.3 miles, and it took me 1 hour and 47 minutes.