South Mountain 3.5 miles & Coffee
Easy to Moderate 3.5 mile walk
September 21, 2024  ·  Phoenix, AZ
Meet at 7:30 AM @ Western Star Park
Start at 7:45
Coffee at 8:45ish

Hike: 3.5 miles (3 miles Easy and .5 Moderate)
Hike leader: Tina Strickler 602.722.0612

We will walk on streets from Western Star Park to Guadalupe Perimeter trail at South Mountain. We will do a short climb that is great for getting legs in shape for the ups and downs found on every Camino, then do a short section on Desert Classic trail and cut over to Guadalupe Perimeter Trail again before returning to Western Star Park for coffee.  We will see a heart rock section (bring heart rock to add to it if you like) and if we are lucky some coyote or javelina that cross this area frequently. After the hike we will gather at Western Star Park for Coffee. Bring a camp chair in case picnic tables are taken.
LOCATION
4425 East Western Star Boulevard, Phoenix, AZ 85044
Map
Location: 4425 East Western Star Boulevard, Phoenix, AZ 85044
About Your Hike Leader
About Your Hike Leader

Tina completed the Camino Frances from St Jean Pied de Port in Spring of 2018. She used Camino Ways to handle logistics and baggage transfers and stayed in hotels. She also walked to Burgos, then biked to Astorga (the Meseta) before walking on to Santiago. She is currently one of the coordinators for the chapter.

What to Bring

Water

Hat

Sunscreen

Your own first aid kit

Snacks

Poles (may be helpful on the .25 mile moderate climb and descent)

A leave-no-trace toilet kit

Camp Chair if staying for coffee (in case picnic tables are claimed)

Facilities

There are bathrooms at Western Star Park.

Guidelines

Please stay home if you are feeling sick.

Call or text your hike leader Tina 602.722.0612 if you are unable to make it or are running late.

No dogs allowed due to chapter liability. 

We will share the trail with other hikers and mountain bikers so despite our engaging conversations we will be aware of our surroundings and courteous by stepping off the trail or walking single file when necessary. 

Reminders: Our chapter activities are led by volunteers. Donativo contributions (cash only) are greatly appreciated and are used to support future activities. Look for the orange donativo jar by the signup at the beginning of each hike. 

We always gather in the spirit of the Camino; therefore the hike leader will maintain awareness of the pace of the group, and will stop periodically at trail intersections to allow all participants to catch up. Hikers/walkers are differently abled and will not finish at the same time. There will be a sweep for larger groups and no hiker will be abandoned. Please review the trail description before signing up to be sure the hike is right for you and your abilities. 

Directions

Please note freeway construction restrictions along Valley freeways may impact travel time. Visit https://azdot.gov/weekend-freeway-travel-advisory and plan your route and travel time accordingly. 

Western Star Park: 4425 E Western Star Blvd, Phoenix.

From I-10 EAST.  Exit Elliott Rd. North on 48th Street to Western Star Boulevard (the first street on the left). Western Star Park will be on your left within a 1/2 mile.