Gateway to TT9 Overlook Fitness Hike at Gateway Trailhead
Gateway Trailhead 18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy., Scottsdale, AZGateway to TT9 Overlook Fitness Hike at Gateway Trailhead This difficult hike takes us to the seldom visited vistas west of Tom’s Thumb that makes you think you are in the Grand Canyon. A climb of 2,100 ft. Location: Gateway Trailhead – 18333 North Thompson Peak Parkway, Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~9.6
Christmas Day Fitness Hike at Gateway Trailhead
Gateway Trailhead 18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy., Scottsdale, AZChristmas Day Fitness Hike at Gateway Trailhead Embrace the spirit of the holiday on this picturesque hike on the Gateway Loop that will take you into the heart of the McDowells. Elevation gain of 700 ft. Location: Gateway Trailhead – 18333 North Thompson Peak Parkway, Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Skill level: Moderate Distance: ~4.5 miles Time:
Vaquero, Whiskey Bottle & Latigo Fitness Hike at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 N. Alma School Road, Scottsdale, AZVaquero, Whiskey Bottle & Latigo Fitness Hike at Brown's Ranch Trailhead This hike on three picturesque trails will take you to a crested saguaro and then continue through a diverse landscape. Location: Brown’s Ranch Trailhead – 30301 North Alma School Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Moderate Distance: ~5 miles Time: ~2.5 hours Bathrooms and
Gateway Trailhead to “Silver” Bell Pass Fitness Hike at Gateway Trailhead
Gateway Trailhead 18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy., Scottsdale, AZGateway Trailhead to “Silver” Bell Pass Fitness Hike at Gateway Trailhead Celebrate the coming New Year on this difficult but rewarding hike! The views along this challenging path will make the miles go faster. Elevation gain of 1,500 ft. Experienced hikers suggested. Location: Gateway Trailhead – 18333 North Thompson Peak Parkway, Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Skill
Tom’s Thumb Long Loop Fitness Hike at Tom’s Thumb Trailhead
Tom’s Thumb Trailhead 23015 N. 128th Street, Scottsdale, AZTom’s Thumb Long Loop Fitness Hike at Tom's Thumb Trailhead This difficult hike explores the rugged and scenic views of the Preserve. We will go up Tom’s Thumb to East End and return via the McDowell Regional Park. Over 1,500 ft elevation change. Experienced hikers suggested. Location: Tom's Thumb Trailhead - 23015 North 128th Street,
CANCELLED-Marcus Landslide Fitness Hike at Tom’s Thumb Trailhead
Tom’s Thumb Trailhead
23015 N. 128th Street, Scottsdale, AZ
Marcus Landslide Fitness Hike at Tom's Thumb Trailhead Visit the Marcus Landslide geological site, second largest landslide in Arizona. Elevation gain is 400 ft. Location: Tom’s Thumb Trailhead - 23015 N 128th St, Scottsdale, AZ, 85255 Skill level: Moderate Distance: ~4 miles Time: ~2.5 hours Difficulty of hikes vary. Please choose hikes that match your
CANCELLED-Brown’s Mountain, Cone Mountain, Latigo Loop Fitness Hike at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead
Brown's Ranch Trailhead
30301 N. Alma School Road, Scottsdale, AZ
Brown’s Mountain, Cone Mountain, Latigo Loop Fitness Hike at Brown's Ranch Trailhead This hike is around Brown’s Mountain and Cone Mountain, travelling on Upper Ranch, Wrangler, Brown’s Mountain, Cone Mountain, and finally the scenic Latigo Trail. Location: Brown’s Ranch Trailhead - 30301 N. Alma School Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~6.3 miles
Bootlegger and Coyote Canyon Fitness Hike at Granite Mountain Trailhead
Granite Mountain Trailhead 31402 N. 136th Street, Scottsdale, AZBootlegger and Coyote Canyon Fitness Hike at Granite Mountain Trailhead Come and explore the more remote part of the Preserve via Bootlegger, Granite Mountain Loop, Coyote Canyon, Renegade, and 136th St. Express trails. Location: Granite Mountain Trailhead - 31402 N. 136th St., Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~6.8 miles Time: ~3.5 hours Bathrooms
Cathedral Rock, Amphitheater, Cholla Loop Fitness Hike at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 N. Alma School Road, Scottsdale, AZCathedral Rock, Amphitheater, Cholla Loop Fitness Hike at Brown's Ranch Trailhead This hike will take us to several of the iconic granite formations in the Preserve. Experienced hikers suggested. Location: Brown’s Ranch Trailhead - 30301 N. Alma School Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~7 miles Time: ~3.5-4 hours Bathrooms are available at
Latigo, Scorpion, Snake Eyes, Dare A Sarah Trails Fitness Hike at Pima Dynamite Trailhead
Pima Dynamite Trailhead 28777 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, AZLatigo, Scorpion, Snake Eyes, Dare A Sarah Trails Fitness Hike at Pima Dynamite Trailhead This hike winds through many boulder formations in the northwest Preserve in an area mostly seen only by mountain bikers. Let your imagination run wild as you visualize familiar shapes in the formations. Although the terrain is rolling, the trails occasionally
Canceled – East End Fitness Hike at Tom’s Thumb Trailhead
Tom’s Thumb Trailhead
23015 N. 128th Street, Scottsdale, AZ
East End Fitness Hike at Tom's Thumb Trailhead This hike takes us up Tom’s Thumb Trail and down the steep East End Trail with its switchbacks and beautiful views. Then returns via the same trails, with climbs of over 2,200 ft. This hike is not easy, but it is worth it. Experienced hikers suggested. Location:
Granite Mountain Loop and Balanced Rock Fitness Hike at Granite Mountain Trailhead
Granite Mountain Trailhead 31402 N. 136th Street, Scottsdale, AZGranite Mountain Loop and Balanced Rock Fitness Hike at Granite Mountain Trailhead Come and hike on one of the classic paths in the Preserve and a side trip to Balanced Rock. Location: Granite Mountain Trailhead - 31402 N. 136th St., Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~6.8 miles Time: ~3.5 hours Bathrooms are available
Stagecoach, West Express, Malpais Fitness Hike at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 N. Alma School Road, Scottsdale, AZStagecoach, West Express, Malpais Fitness Hike at Brown's Ranch Trailhead This hike goes to some of the newer northern trails of Stagecoach, West Express, and Malpais. See several of the iconic granite formations in the Preserve. Experienced hikers suggested. Location: Brown’s Ranch Trailhead Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~10.4 miles Time: ~4.5 hours Bathrooms are available
Cowpoke, Granite Mountain and Bootlegger Fitness Hike at Granite Mountain Trailhead
Granite Mountain Trailhead 31402 N. 136th Street, Scottsdale, AZCowpoke, Granite Mountain and Bootlegger Fitness Hike at Granite Mountain Trailhead This hike covers some beautiful areas of the eastern Preserve with some of the most impressive saguaro stands in the Preserve. Location: Granite Mountain Trailhead - 31402 N. 136th St., Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Moderate Distance: ~4.5 miles Time: ~3 hours Bathrooms are
Windgate Pass/Bell Pass Loop Fitness Hike at Gateway Trailhead
Gateway Trailhead 18333 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy., Scottsdale, AZWindgate Pass/Bell Pass Loop Fitness Hike at Gateway Trailhead Ready for a great workout? Then this hike in the heart of the southern McDowell Sonoran Preserve is for you. We go to Windgate Pass and around to Bell Pass before returning to the trailhead. Over 2,000 ft. of elevation gain. Location: Gateway Trailhead - Skill
Crested Saguaro Fitness Hike at Granite Mountain Trailhead
Granite Mountain Trailhead 31402 N. 136th Street, Scottsdale, AZCrested Saguaro Fitness Hike at Granite Mountain Trailhead Join us on this hike as we pass by a large number of crested saguaro cacti. Experienced hikers suggested. Location: Granite Mountain Trailhead - 31402 N. 136th St., Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~8.6 miles Time: ~3.5 hours Bathrooms are available at the trailheads. Bring
High Desert & Stagecoach Trails Fitness Hike at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 N. Alma School Road, Scottsdale, AZHigh Desert & Stagecoach Trails Fitness Hike at Brown's Ranch Trailhead This hike will take you into the High Desert Trail area with a stop at Cathedral Rock. Experienced hikers suggested. Location: Brown’s Ranch Trailhead - 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~7.4 miles Time: ~4 hours Bathrooms are available
Axle Grease, Hackamore and Hawknest Fitness Hike at Pima Dynamite Trailhead
Pima Dynamite Trailhead 28777 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, AZAxle Grease, Hackamore and Hawknest Fitness Hike at Pima Dynamite Trailhead Explore the impressive newer trails with nice views and granite formations. Experienced hikers suggested. Location: Pima Dynamite Trailhead - 28777 N Pima Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~6.7 miles Time: 3.5 hours Bathrooms are available at the trailheads. Bring water and
Axle Grease, West Express and Hawknest Trails Fitness Hike at Pima Dynamite Trailhead
Pima Dynamite Trailhead 28777 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, AZAxle Grease, West Express and Hawknest Trails Fitness Hike at Pima Dynamite Trailhead Explore these impressive trails with nice saguaro views and granite formations. Experienced hikers suggested. Location: Pima Dynamite Trailhead - 28777 N Pima Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~8.2 miles Time: ~4.5 hours Bathrooms are available at the trailheads. Bring
Granite Mountain Loop Fitness Hike at Granite Mountain Trailhead
Granite Mountain Trailhead 31402 N. 136th Street, Scottsdale, AZGranite Mountain Loop Fitness Hike at Granite Mountain Trailhead This hike is one of the classic paths in the Preserve and a side trip to Balanced Rock. Experienced hikers suggested. Location: Granite Mountain Trailhead - 31402 N. 136th St., Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~6 miles Time: ~3 hours Bathrooms are available at