What a beautiful day to go out and explore! The weather was a comfortable 57 degrees without a cloud in the sky and no wind. The only bummer was that I was on a bit of a time crunch, so I had to get it done today.
My initial plan was to run the area of test drills above Fort Apache that I wrote about before. That's six miles, out and back, which is exactly what I needed today. I really had an urge to get out and try something different - time to explore.
The Cottonwood Trail system is at the base of Mt. Potosi and is a favorite of local mountain bike riders. Horseback riders use this area as well. As a result, the trails are well marked and the single track is great. There is also a nice mix of footing here with some moderately technical sections.
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| It's like being at Joshua Tree on my right... |
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| ...and Zion on my left. |
The road feels good and keeps going into the distance. I crest a small hill a couple miles in and there is a map that has been placed there by the Forest Service. Looking ahead, there is a cluster of buildings that might be Bonnie Springs. Doesn't seem right though, Bonnie Springs should be further out. I look at the map desperate for a You Are Here sticker...nothing. I envision a ranger in his Smokey Bear hat with a maniacal laugh talking to his buddy, "So they said I had to post the map, but they didn't tell me to put the sticker on..."
The things that pop into my head.
The Garmin is reporting 3.5ish miles, I turn around and head back. I'll be texting a friend about coming out here tomorrow. There is a wealth to explore out here. I'll be busy.
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| The trail head is on the back left of the third peak from the left. |
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