Sterling Pass Sep 10
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STERLING PASS
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Starting at 89A midway up Oak Creek Canyon
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The first section of the trail climbs steeply
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The Brins Mesa burn, 2006
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Many fallen trees in this burned section
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A lookout window near the top of the pass
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The top of the pass
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The other side is in shade, and more lush
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On the east side, huge outcroppings
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A good break spot, near the turnoff for Vultee Arch
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The Vultee plaque
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Vultee Arch
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A look back at the trail below
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Starting back through the burned forest
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Lunch on top of the pass
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