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A small forest of chollas grow on one of the rugged slopes of the Sierra Estrella.

   The Sierra Estrella are a typical set of mountains, and are the highest range in the immediate Phoenix area.  They are composed of rocks, both and .
   This view is from the trail to the summit of Butterfly Mountain.
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