
12.4 mi
Distance
5,486 ft
Elev. Gain
6h 25m
Est. Time
Out & Back
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Cave Creek and Santa Rita Crest Trail is an out-and-back trail in Santa Cruz County, Arizona. It is 12 miles long and gains 5,486 feet. The nearest town is Sonoita, Arizona, about 8 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,760 ft |
| High point | 6.2 mi | 2,851 ft |
| End | 12.4 mi | 1,760 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Out & Back
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Sonoita, AZ · about 8 mi away
- County:
- Santa Cruz County, AZ
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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