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San Tan – Moonlight Trail (I)

By September 5, 2022 July 5th, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 6.3 Area: San Tan Regional Park
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 600 Park Entry Fee: Yes, see below
Low to high elevation gain: N/A SCAMR All Trails Map: No
Recommended gas donation: $5 Website for reference info: N/A
Unpaved miles: 0 Trailhead GPS Coordinates 33.167889, -111.635905
Road Conditions: Good High clearance vehicle req’d: No

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in

Trail Conditions
Maintained Trail: Yes Uneven footing Yes
Steep side drop-offs No Steep Trail: No
Off Trial (scratchy) No Slippery Trail Surfaces: No
Use of hands required: No Boulder Hopping: No
Difficulty: Easy Water Crossings: No
Restrooms at Trailhead: Yes Gloves Required: No

 

Special Instructions:

This is a loop hike with nice views of the park and the surrounding area. There is a crested saguaro just off the trail. This hike requires an entry fee ($7/car) or a Maricopa County Parks Pass. Please divide the cost of the entry fee evenly among the carpool. Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.

Directions:

Hunt Hwy north 12 miles to Thompson Rd. Stoplight at intersection. Turn left on Thompson and follow to Phillips Rd. Turn right on Phillips and follow to entrance of park and parking lot.