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=== Noteworthy Trailheads === | === Noteworthy Trailheads === | ||
[[Image:MormonBSA.jpg|thumb|Scouts may earn from [[San Diego-Imperial Council|SDIC]] this patch by hiking a portion of the trail and completing other related requirements.]] | [[Image:MormonBSA.jpg|thumb|Scouts may earn from [[San Diego-Imperial Council|SDIC]] this patch by hiking a portion of the trail and completing other related requirements.]] | ||
# | # [[Mormon Battalion Trail]] is one of the [[Historic Trails of America]]. The Mormon Battalion, the only religion-based unit in United States military history, served from July 1846 – July 1847 during the Mexican–American War of 1846–1848. This volunteer unit of about 550 [[The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints|Latter-day Saint]] men was commanded by regular U.S. Army officers. During its service, the battalion made a grueling march of nearly 2,000 miles from Council Bluffs, Iowa, to San Diego, California. | ||
# Bismarck Lake Trail: Very easy hike near Flagstaff. There are plenty of undesignated camping areas nearby too. For an added bonus, head on over to the Lava River Cave for a day hike (see below). | # Bismarck Lake Trail: Very easy hike near Flagstaff. There are plenty of undesignated camping areas nearby too. For an added bonus, head on over to the Lava River Cave for a day hike (see below). | ||
# Lava River Cave (a.k.a. Lava Tube): Located near Flagstaff, this mile-long lava tube is cool all year round (avg temp 35º-45º F). Make sure to bring good hiking shoes, warm clothes, and plenty of light for this hike. | # Lava River Cave (a.k.a. Lava Tube): Located near Flagstaff, this mile-long lava tube is cool all year round (avg temp 35º-45º F). Make sure to bring good hiking shoes, warm clothes, and plenty of light for this hike. | ||
