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Douglas Spring Trail Loop (S)

By September 11, 2022 July 6th, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 3.5 Area: Saguaro National Park
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 500 Park Entry Fee: Yes, See below
Low to high elevation gain: N/A SCAMR All Trails Map: No
Recommended gas donation: $10 Website for reference info: N/A
Unpaved miles: 0 Trailhead GPS Coordinates 32.2353, -110.6869
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: No Gloves Required: No

 

Special Instructions:

This is a loop hike on a combination of trails beginning at the Douglas Spring Trailhead. This hike winds through the foothills of the Rincon Mountains in the northeast section of Saguaro National Park. Bring water and a snack. Parking for this hike requires a National Park Pass or Senior Pass or pay fee at the Visitor’s Center.

Directions:

Turn left (south) on Hunt Hwy. Turn right on Attaway. Turn right on AZ 287 to Coolidge. Turn left on AZ 87 South to I-10 East toward Tucson. Exit 257, Speedway Blvd East. Follow Speedway east until the road ends. Trailhead is at the end of the road.