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Even in Winter!
My Partner and I visited Picacho Peak State Park in February and it was ideal to spend a couple of hours tramping, and later, sitting around a camp fire in the evening. The sunsets and rises were breathtaking and the delightfully soulful Silhouette of the peak and surrounding hills, backlit with stars and moonlight was worth every moment it took to travel there.
Written by K. Tucker
2-Jul-2008
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| Trails: |
| Hiking trails at the park vary in difficulty. Weather can be unpredictable. Please be safe and wear suitable hiking boots. Gloves and water (2 liters per person) are strongly recommended.
Hunter Trail: 2.0 miles; difficult; begins on the north side from Barrett Loop and goes to the top of the peak. The trail climbs a resistant path typical of the Sonoran desert. The route is steep and twisting, with steel cables (gloves are recommended) anchored into the rock in places where the surface is bare.
Sunset Vista Trail: 3.1 miles; moderate first 2 miles, becoming difficult; travels on the south side from the westernmost parking area and goes to top of peak.
Calloway Trail: 0.7 miles; moderate; leads to an overlook.
Nature Trail: 0.5 miles; easy; includes interpretive signs.
Children's Cave Trail: 0.2 miles; easy; includes interpretive signs. |
| History of the Area: |
| Picacho Peak was often used as a landmark by early explorers. During the 17th century, dedicated Jesuit priest Father Kino mentioned Picacho Peak in records of his journeys into Arizona, and in 1775, the DeAnza Expeditions passed by the Peak. In 1846, the Mormon Battalion, on their way to California to fight in the war with Mexico, constructed a wagon road through Picacho Pass. The forty-niners traveled the same road on their way to California, and in 1858, mail and passengers traveled this route via the Butterfield Overland Stage. This route is now used by the Transcontinental Railroad.
The most significant Civil War battle in Arizona took place near Picacho Peak on April 15, 1862, when an advance detachment of Union forces from California attacked a Confederate scouting party. The battle lasted for 1-1/2 hours, and three Union soldiers were killed. Every March, "The Civil War in the Southwest" comes alive again as over two hundred re-enactors converge on Picacho Peak on foot and horseback. Visitors enjoy viewing exciting mock battles that took place in Arizona and New Mexico during the Civil War. Also on display at the March reenactment are recreated military camps and living history demonstrations. |
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| Area Accommodations |
|  | CANYON VILLA B&B INN - Sedona, AZ
An Award-Winning Inn located with Red-Rock views from 10 of the 11 guest rooms. Member of Select Registry. Recommended by AAA (4 Diamond), Frommers, Mobil, Zagat, and Conde-Nast Johansens.
Price Range: $199 - $324
Web Site: http://www.canyonvilla.com |
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| |  | Luna Vista Bed and Breakfast - Camp Verde, AZ
A luxury country B&B oasis near Sedona offering great hospitality & 1st class accommodations. Off the beaten path yet minutes away from AZ attractions. Perfect for weddings, retreats, romance & fun.
Price Range: $150 - $235
Web Site: http://LunaVistaBandB.com |
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| | B&Bs / Inns | | Luna Vista Bed and Breakfast - A boutique B&B offering Quality Service, Exceptional Value, and an Entertaining Atmosphere in a secluded equestrian setting minutes away from everything in the heart of Arizona's Sedona Verde Valley. | | LODGE at SEDONA - A Luxury B & B Inn - 'Romance and intrigue, comfort and luxury, beauty and character, escape and adventure - The Lodge at Sedona has it all.' AZ Daily News |
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| Area Attractions: |
| Lost Dutchman State Park, Catalina State Park, McFarland State Park, Kartchner Caverns State Park?, Casa Grande Ruins National Monument and Saguaro National Park. |
| Directions: |
| The park is located off I-10, on exit 219; 60 miles south of Phoenix, and 40 miles north of Tucson. |
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