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Picacho Peak via Hunter Trail in Picacho Peak State Park

The Hunter Trail to Picacho Peak offers a challenging yet rewarding hiking experience. As you ascend, you'll encounter steep switchbacks and sections requiring the use of fixed cables to navigate exposed rock faces. Upon reaching the summit, panoramic views of the Sonoran Desert, including expansive saguaro forests and distant mountain ranges, await. The trail is well-maintained, but hikers should be prepared for strenuous terrain and bring appropriate gear. #Hiking #Desert #Mountain #Nature

  • Distance: 3.3 mi
  • Elevation gain: 695 m
  • Maximum elevation: 951 m
  • Elevation loss: 696 m
  • Minimum elevation: 587 m
  • Moving time: 2 h 23 m
  • Moving speed: 1.4 mph
  • Maximum speed: 4.0 mph
  • Total time: 4 h 10 m
  • Global speed: 0.8 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 3.3 mi
  • Elevation gain: 695 m
  • Maximum elevation: 951 m
  • Elevation loss: 696 m
  • Minimum elevation: 587 m
  • Moving time: 2 h 23 m
  • Moving speed: 1.4 mph
  • Maximum speed: 4.0 mph
  • Total time: 4 h 10 m
  • Global speed: 0.8 mph

About this trail

Name: Picacho Peak via Hunter Trail in Picacho Peak State Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Calloway Trail, Pinal County, Arizona, 85141, United States (32.64479 -111.40293)

End: Calloway Trail, Pinal County, Arizona, 85141, United States (32.64481 -111.40294)

Coordinates: 32.63477 -111.40516 32.64481 -111.40057

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Picacho Peak Loop

United States > Arizona > Pinal County

Loop hike to Picacho Peak via Sunset Vista Trail, Hunter Trail, Barret Loop and Picacho Peak Road in the Picacho Peak State Park. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Park

Distance: 6.8 mi • Elevation gain: 883 m • Maximum elevation: 967 m

Picacho Peak

United States > Arizona > Pinal County

Hike to Picacho Peak via Hunter Trail in Picacho Peak State Park #Hiking #Desert #Mountain

Distance: 2.8 mi • Elevation gain: 709 m • Maximum elevation: 950 m

Gear up for your next adventure:

Insulated Travel Mugs - Keep drinks hot while surveying the landscape from a summit
🦶Anti-Blister Balms - Protect your feet before long topographic expeditions
🧥Packable Down Jackets - Lightweight warmth that compresses small in your bag
👖Packable Overtrousers - Quick-deploy rain protection for legs in sudden storms
🛰️Handheld GPS Devices - Reliable GPS units for hiking and outdoor navigation

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