NMVC THURSDAY HIKES: Horton Springs
Thursday, October 29, 2026 · 9:00 AM MST · North Mountain Visitor Center · Phoenix, AZ
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Name of Hike: Horton Springs Location: Payson Trailhead Meet Up Date: 10/29/2026 Trailhead Meet Up Time: 9:00 AM Leader(s): Neil & Billie Leader Contact: Billie 602-361-0276 shakemat4@yahoo.com Carpool? (Y/N) Yes Carpool Time & Location: 7:00 AM Target in Fountain Hills about 1 mile before the Hwy 87, e from the light at Hwy 87 (Beeline) Difficulty (estim): Moderate Hike Distance (estim): 8.2 miles Hike Time (estim): 5 hrs Elevation Chg (approx ft, optional): 1215′ ft Hike Description: This is a scenic hike in the pines following Horton Creek. There are many photo ops along this trail with lots of small waterfalls (if there is water) The Fall colors should be abundant and maybe wild flowers too. The ascent is gradual. Bring gas money to pay the drivers and bring a lunch or snack. This will be our longest hike and longest day away from the valley. Drive Instructions: From the Target Center, We will ask for drivers so please volunteer if you can. We’ll carpool to Payson where we stop for a bathroom break and caravan to the TH from there. If the first lot is full, there is an overflow lot that will add half a mile to the hike if we park there. If you plan to just meet at the TH pls let us know ahead of time we have instructions to drive there.
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