Weaver Needle
There is a hike in the Superstition Mountains that leads to a beautiful view of Weaver’s Needle. This seemed like a good choice, but we never made it all the way. It is a very technical and difficult hike, with big rocks and loose shale to contend with. And the temperatures in the Arizona desert sun made for some high temperatures!
On top of that, I was feeling a bit out of sorts, and when things didn’t get better we decided to head back down. Too bad, we almost made it: we turned around less than 1/2 mile from the Needle. Maybe next time….
The view at the start of Weaver Canyon trail
Not exactly a walk in the park
Every valley is higher....
... and leads to yet another canyon.
Close to the top, a balancing rock
The view back down was spectacular
You never get tired of the scenery
On the way back we saw this unusual flower on a Cholla cactus
The Superstition Mountains are considered the most rugged in the country
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