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Cottonwood to Skull Mesa

Sat, Feb 15

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35-40 minute drive to get to the Spur Cross trailhead in Cave Creek so we will depart from Anthem.....

Cottonwood to Skull Mesa
Cottonwood to Skull Mesa

Time & Location

Feb 15, 2025, 6:30 AM – 1:30 PM MST

Back to Health of Anthem, 41930 N Venture Dr, Anthem, AZ 85086, USA

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About the event

We will do this 11.8-mile out-and-back trail near Cave Creek, Arizona. Trail has about 2700 feet of elevation gain so pack your water. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are October through May. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.


When hiking this trail, be on the lookout for petroglyphs. Although the trail is generally well-maintained, it is advisable to download the map. Take extra care not to miss the turn onto Cottonwood trail, as it's easy to end up half a mile in the wrong direction at that point. Once you reach Skull Mesa trail, it becomes narrow, steep, and has lots of cacti hanging into the trail, so…


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