My hike this morning was almost four miles with a 925 ft. elevation gain in the South Mountain Preserve. It’s called the Hidden Valley Trail via Mormon Trail. I went with a friend I met a couple of days ago. The trail was quite rocky and challenging at times.

It took longer than expected, probably two and a half hours. Next we had lunch at The Farm at South Mountain restaurant. It was a very cute place and the food was excellent.

Tomorrow I’m going to the botanical garden and doing a couple of hikes.