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Hike Trail

Spine Trail

3.8 (4 Ratings)
A fairly easy, rolling fun trail through some beautiful desert.
1.5
mi
Distance
105
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.5mi
Distance
105ft
Elevation Gain
27ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
1,615ft
High Point
1,528ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail starts from the Arica Road Trailhead, only about two miles from I-10. It's a fairly short segment, but can be combined with other trails in the area to make for a really nice hike. From the parking lot, follow the trail north though rolling hills in the beautiful Sonoran desert. The trail gradually climbs and meets up with the Ridge Trail.

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Contributors
Stephen McLaughlin