NMVC THURSDAY HIKES: Butcher Jones Hike
Thursday, October 15, 2026 · 8:00 AM MST · North Mountain Visitor Center · Phoenix, AZ
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Name of Hike: Butcher Jones Hike Location: Saguaro Lake Trailhead Meet Up Date: 10/15/2026 Trailhead Meet Up Time: 8:00 AM Leader(s): Billie & Neil Leader Contact: B- 602-361-0276 shakemat4@yahoo.com Carpool? (Y/N) Yes Carpool Time & Location: 7AM Target on East Shea OR AT THE LAKE 8AM Difficulty (estim): Moderate Hike Distance (estim): 5.8miles out n back miles Hike Time (estim): 4 hrs Elevation Chg (approx ft, optional): 630′ ft Hike Description: This is a scenic, out & back hike along the northern shoreline of the lake with wonderful views of the water. Restrooms at TH. BRING A SACK LUNCH OR SNACK After the hike, we can sit at the picnic tables watching the boaters, kayakers and paddle boarders. Drive Instructions: Take Shea Blvd East to about half a mile before the Beeline, Hwy 87 Meet at Target on the right. Park on the far East edge away from the store We will ask several of you to drive the carpools and passengers to share cost of gas. Each car will require a Tonto pass (CAN BE PURCHASED AT LOCAL STORE OR GAS STATION for $8.) or Federal pass.
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