Slate Tr. To PA Seitts Preserve - 4,25M, 400’CG, 2:15?Hrs.

About this event

**This *Desert Oasis rocks……***

A rugged Sonoran Desert pristine landscape, quiet peaceful atmosphere, rocky trails at times, sweeping expensive vistas of the desert mountains , classic Sonoran desert flora including some dense stands of large ancient Saguaros (the ultra-rare 🌵'Michelin Man') , 🦌wildlife, barrel and Cholla cacti throughout, rich history tied to ancient Hohokam settlements, cooler autumn weather moves into the upper Sonoran Desert, bringing crisp, clean air for ideal outdoor conditions...

🚗Take 101 North to Cave Creek Rd exit. Go north for about 10 miles, and turn👈 left (west) onto Carefree Hwy (Sprout's on your left). In 2.8 miles. turn 👉right (north) onto 32nd St (Cave Creek Rec. Area brown sign), drive about a mile to the gate and hand out your 7 bucks to the lovely lady there and continue another mile. Rd turned now into Cave Creek Pkwy. Turn 👈left onto Tonalite Dr W ('Hiking Trails' sign). Continue to the very next jct, and turn a quick 👉 right onto Tonalite Dr E (‘picnic loop➡️) to Slate’s parking lot.

We’ll meet in Slate trailhead (restrooms🚻 water & picnic tables) @ 640a and start strolling at 645 sharp.

*Level - easy/lightly moderate * Liquids - 1.5L (recommended) *Weather FC -

From Phoenix Slow Hiking Group