johnnybefit wrote:
Heading to the area for vacation - any recommendations on places to swim and run? Not sure if biking is possible as I am not taking a bike.
Thanks, John
Small world! Michelle (wife) and I are staying in our RV at the Wildcat OHV staging area (intersection of Cave Creek Rd, and Bartlett Dam Rd, by Cave Creek Ranger Station) for a couple weeks in prep for the Bartlett Lake Triathlon, on Nov 22. Not yet canceled! Hoping the socially distanced racing is as well-distanced as touted.
Rattlesnake Cove on Bartlett lake is excellent for swimming if you have a wetsuit. Little chilly for non-wetsuit. ~68-71 degree water temps. 80 and sun all week this week.
Running: anywhere! Broad shoulders on all roads. Bike lanes on many.
Maricopa Trail which heads north from the Wildcat OHV staging area would be a great trail run. Michelle and I rode gravel bikes on it and it was probably more suited to XC MTB or trail running. Very well-marked trail. Super fun.
Rita Hunter has been AMAZINGLY helpful with detailed info about all surrounding areas and outdoor activities. rita.hunter@usda.gov
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