Squaw Butte Hike in the Rain
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Date of trip: 02/20/2011
Mileage: 2.7 Miles
Elevation Gain: 809 Feet
Time: 1 Hour(s) and 08 Minutes
Class: 1
Partners: None
GPS Track: View Here
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Peaks Climbed on Trip:
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Peak Name |
Elevation |
Prominence |
Range |
Close to |
County highpoint |
Range highpoint |
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Shaw Butte | 2149 | 694 | Phoenix | Phoenix, Arizona | No | No | 33.5941,-112.0868 |
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Photos
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Trip Report
I was in Arizona with my daughter, who was attending a 4-day softball camp. She was going from 9am to 3pm each day and I didn't really want to be there hovering over her, so I planned some hikes each day. On day 2, I chose to hike up Squaw Butte.
Their was a 50% chance of rain on day 2 of the camp. Knowing that, I looked for a quick peak to hike. Since Squaw Butte was only about a 2 hour round trip hike, perfect for this kind of day. When I arrived at the trailhead, a heavy rain shower was overhead. I waited about 5 minutes for the rain to ease and then headed up the old road to the summit. Despite the rain, there were a few people on the trail. Views were limited with storm clouds about, but I could see some cool cityscapes and views of peaks north of Phoenix from time-to-time.
After about an hour, I was on top of the tower filled summit. I made my way to a high rocky point. It was foggy, but hadn't rained on my hike. I grabbed a snack and drink and was on my way. The weather held until I reached the trailhead. Other than being wet and limited visibility, it was still nice to stretch the legs and view a new area.
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Getting There
Take the Thunderbird Road exit (#210). Follow Thunderbird Rd. East for about 3 miles until you reach Central Avenue. Once you reach Central Ave. turn right (South) and follow it for about a quarter of a mile until you reach the trailhead parking lot.
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Hiking Directions
From the trailhead, follow the old road to the summit.
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