Hike the Purgatory Creek Natural Area

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Exciting hike through plains and cacti and into a cavern...welcome to purgatory.

Park in the dirt lot off of Hunter Road (see map) to access the trail. Trail is open year round and is dog-friendly.

Photos: amboo who?, Rafael Marquez, bendini

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Good shoes
Water
Snacks
Sun protection

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Activities:

Mountain Biking, Running, Hiking

Skill Level:

Intermediate

Season:

Winter

Trail Type:

Loop

Distance:

9.07 Miles

Elev. Gain:

465 Feet

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Features:

Dog Friendly

Forest

River

Scenic

Wildflowers

Wildlife

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