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Arizona
4.8 mi
Distance
3,475 ft
Gain
2h 59m
Time
Weather is good
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Observed 17 h ago
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Clouds, high 98°F / low 87°F, 0% precip — 80/100 for hike
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Hugh Norris Trail
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