Hike at Pontatoc Ridge 2021-10-30

Hike Leader, Nate Crook

With all hikes, please review the distance and elevation gain to decide if this hike is right for you.

The Pontatoc Ridge Hike is an out and back trail beginning at the Finger Rock Trailhead that crosses a few small washes then climbs a “front” ridge of the Catalina Mountains providing amazing Foothills and city views.

• Meet at the Health and Fitness Facility at 8:30am to carpool to the trailhead.

• Distance of Hike: 4.1 miles (out and back)

• Elevation Change: 1,400 feet

• Time Requirement (including the drive to and from the trailhead): approximately 3.5 to 4 hours

 

Please be prepared with the following:

• Good hiking/trail shoes.

• Sun/weather protection (hat, sunglasses, sleeves, sunblock etc)

• Water, water and more water! Feel free to bring an energy bar or two as well.

• Trekking poles may be useful to some on this hike.