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Summary: Not for the feint of heart, this once in a lifetime hike offers two jewels of the Santa Catalinas in one hike: La Ventana and Bridal Veil Falls. We started this point-to-point hike from Ventana Canyon (Window Canyon). The first mile of La Ventana Trail is gentle and coercing. Be aware that she quickly turns rugged through Maiden Pools, and gets punishing as you ascend the canyon’s walls via Esperero Trail to a calming ridge-walk to La Ventana (pictured at left). From La Ventana the trail becomes tasking; few people travel beyond this point. Esperero Trail is hard to follow over the craggy precipices of Window Peak; GPS is recommended. Once found, the sure-footed trail winds down Esperero Canyon to Bridal Veil Falls. From there the trail takes you to pavement that takes you down to Sabino Canyon Visitor’s Center. Be sure to take plenty of food and water. I drank one gallon on this hike in early Spring. Also, don’t forget the camera :-) Trailhead: From Speedway and Campbell drive east on Speedway 4.1 miles to Craycroft Rd, turn left. Follow Craycroft Rd 7.4 miles north. Craycroft becomes Kolb Rd which you will follow for 0.1 miles to N Resort Dr, turn left. Take your first left after pulling onto Resort Drive. The trailhead parking is at the very back of the parking lot, behind the employee parking. (Lat:32.32882 Lon:-110.85244) Trail Guides for Window Loop (Ventana and Esperero): Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, User Groups: Hikers, Ranger Contact: Santa Catalina Ranger District (520) 749-8700 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Jeff Branscum, who has posted 11 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Arizona Hiking, Arizona Trails, Arizona Hikes, Pima County Hiking, Pima County Trails, Pima County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
