Aspen Nature Loop via AZT (CI)
| Date: | Destination: | Aspen Nature Loop | |||||
| Level: | Casual Intermediate | Area: | Flagstaff | ||||
| Approx hike distance in miles: | 3.5 | Hike leader: | |||||
| Low to high elevation gain: | 350 | Hike leader phone: | |||||
| Accum elevation gain in feet: | Hike leader email: | ||||||
| Departure time - Union Center parking lot: | 9:00 am | Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in | |||||
| Recommended gas donation: | $10 | ||||||
| Unpaved miles: | 0 | Park entry fee per vehicle: | None | ||||
| Road conditions: | Paved | Website for reference info: | https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/arizona/aspen-nature-lollipop-trail | ||||
| High clearance vehicle req'd: | No | Trailhead GPS coordinates: | 32.21575 -111.57822 Hotel parking lots |
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| Maintained Trail: | Uneven Footing: | Yes | |||||
| Steep Side Drop-offs: | No | Steep Trail: | No | ||||
| Off Trail (scratchy): | No | Slippery Trail Surfaces: | No | ||||
| Use of Hands Required: | No | Boulder Hopping: | No | ||||
| Difficulty : | Easy | Water Crossings: | No | ||||
| Restrooms at Trailhead: | No | Gloves Required: | No | ||||
Special Instructions:
This hike follows the AZT from Snow Bowl Rd to Aspen Nature Loop. The trail crosses a mountain meadow and pine and aspen groves. There are beautiful mountain views along the way. This hike is at 8900 ft, so you may need an extra layer of warmth. Bring water and a snack.
Directions:
We will meet at the east parking lot of the Hampton/Fairfield Inns (coordinates are for the parking lot) at 990 and 1000 N. Country Club Drive, Flagstaff at 9:00 am. Your hike leader will provide detailed directions to the trailhead which is located off Hwy 180 on Snow Bowl Rd.