fossil creek
FOSSIL CREEK 10/4 CANCELLED >> see info below
10/4 Cancellation:
There is a landslide on Fossil Creek Road. The road is closed at the junction of FR708 and FR502. The creates a 2.5mi hike to the first falls. There is also uncertainty of the Fossil Creek area conditions due to the government shutdown. Because of this, we are cancelling the trip.
{Desert Oasis with Friends, Waterfalls, Limestone Cliffs}
This is one of our favorite spots in Arizona.
Fossil Creek is a beautiful spring gushing through Arizona’s scenic desert - it’s a gem worth exploring, especially with new friends. We will be leaving Saturday morning to head over to a couple waterfalls, jump in the water, and splash around for the day before heading back to campus.
The first falls are a just a short walk from our cars, then we’ll explore another set of waterfalls down stream (a 1.5m hike).
THE DETAILS:
Leaving Saturday morning
Heading to the falls - a 2.6 mile (out-and-back) hike thru a desert oasis to get to the 2nd falls, a quick walk to the 1st falls
Swimming, hiking, and chilling by the water
It will be HOT - bring plenty of water and sunscreen
We should be home after dinner Saturday
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
plenty of sunscreen & water
a swimsuit that you’re comfortable hiking in
lunch/snacks for the day
$10 for gas & adventure insurance
cash for fast food on the way home
HOW TO GO:
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