Exploring ANCIENT RUINS In Arizona Desert - Unforgettable Solo Hike To SKULL MESA!🌵

Join me on an exhilarating solo hiking adventure as I journey deep into the Arizona Desert to discover the ancient ruins of a Verde Hohokam pueblo and fort. This challenging 17-mile hike takes us up the rugged terrain of Skull Mesa, where pathfinding becomes essential to uncovering these hidden historical treasures.
Nestled in the rugged landscapes of Skull Mesa in AZ, the Verde Hohokam ruins offer an awe-inspiring glimpse into the ancient past. These remarkable remnants of a pre-Columbian civilization are a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of the Verde Hohokam people who once thrived in this arid environment. This latest hiking video takes you on a guided journey through these hauntingly beautiful ruins, showcasing the intricate stonework, strategic location, and breathtaking vistas that make this site a must-visit for history enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike. Join me as we traverse the trails leading to this archaeological marvel, uncovering the stories etched into the very fabric of Skull Mesa. Prepare to be captivated by the blend of natural beauty and historical intrigue - an experience that promises to enrich your understanding of the Verde Hohokam legacy. Join me as we step back in time on this unforgettable hike.
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00:00 Intro & Skull Mesa
01:45 Path-finding & Exploring
08:16 Hiking the Spit
11:25 The Pueblo
13:28 Up to the Fort
14:16 Exploring the Fort
19:10 Back Down to/Exploring the Pueblo
24:50 Starting the Long Trek Back
29:19 Story & Appreciation!
30:47 Back to Skull Mesa and Goodbye!
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[@ervinslens]

Lovely solo hike friend, your content is so nicely captured!

[@naturallytrailheaded]

Thank you! 😊

[@vandme]

So amazing! What an incredible find!😲

[@naturallytrailheaded]

It was such an amazing experience! Thanks for watching!

[@davidtrapp7877]

Thanks for showing us your journey and the hard work no doubt comes in the filming and editing of the content vs the hike!

[@naturallytrailheaded]

It's true! Though this time the hike was pretty tough as well...😅 Thanks for watching!

[@davidmccarthy6061]

Thank you! I really miss exploring AZ but now I can do it again through you.

[@naturallytrailheaded]

It's so awesome to hear that! Thank you for watching!

[@robertbuick1500]

Excellent job buddy.

[@naturallytrailheaded]

Thanks man, you would've really enjoyed that spot, it was pretty magical!

[@HikingAZ]

That Mesa is a hell of a hike to get to. I explored some of it looking for ruins last spring but only found petroglyphs and pottery. I was looking at the wrong part of the Mesa obviously.

[@naturallytrailheaded]

Agreed, just getting to the mesa is pretty rough! The first time I went up I did the same thing it sounds like you did, so when I went back I made sure I had a better idea of where the ruins were. It was a long day, but what an amazing experience!

[@davidsidwell8749]

That is awesome. Can you imagine how much work it was just to get water up there. We are spoiled nowadays, lol.

[@naturallytrailheaded]

Agreed! Considering how hard it was for me to get myself and my backpack of water up there, I don't think I would've lasted long back then!😂

[@mtbrnn]

Another amazing ruin settlement in that area is Chalk Canyon petroglyphs by Cave Creek on old FS 48, which loops up to Trail #4. Straight above these are more petroglyphs and rock walls on the mesa west of Trail #4, that loops back to Spur Cross. This site is in line of site of the one you just did. Oh, the bull hangs out down there also.

[@naturallytrailheaded]

Awesome, thanks for the tip! I'll definitely have to check that out-- love finding the historical and secluded sights.

[@user-st4ne2nr9m]

But thanks doing it …

[@naturallytrailheaded]

Thanks for watching!

[@user-st4ne2nr9m]

American history isn’t very ancient… what kind of ruin we are talking… ???

[@naturallytrailheaded]

Greetings! The site in question dates back to approx 1200ACE. As I am not an academic historian, I was using the word descriptively-- as in "very old : having lived or existed for a very long time"-- not academically. Sorry for the confusion!

[@LaDonnasheltered-kc7zm]

Maybe not the US history but the land has plenty of ancient history .

[@Colby168]

You’re right. The crazy thing is how America is so much more advanced than everyone else yet we haven’t been around as long. 🤔