| Approx hike distance (miles): | 6.4 | Area: | South Mountain Park |
| Accum. elevation gain (feet): | 1500 | Park Entry Fee: | No |
| 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 | 33.362762, -111.985260 |
| Road Conditions: | Good | High clearance vehicle req’d: | No |
Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in |
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| Maintained Trail: | Yes | Uneven footing | Yes |
| Steep side drop-offs | No | Steep Trail: | Yes |
| Off Trial (scratchy) | No | Slippery Trail Surfaces: | Yes |
| Use of hands required: | Yes | Boulder Hopping: | No |
| Difficulty: | Strenuous | Water Crossings: | No |
| Restrooms at Trailhead: | Yes | Gloves Required: | No |
Special Instructions:
This is an out-and-back hike in South Mountain Park with a loop through Hidden Valley and Fat Man’s Pass with great views of the surrounding area. Bring water, snacks and lunch.
Directions:
Turn left on Sun City Blvd. Turn right on Merrill Ranch Parkway. At the lights turn left on Hunt Highway to Attaway Road. Turn right onto Attaway Road, turn right on Az Hwy 287 W. Go 10 miles to Az Hwy 387, go left (only choice). Go 6.5 miles to Az Hwy 187. At stop sign turn left, then quick right onto I-10 west, go 29 miles to Baseline Road. Go left on Baseline until you reach 24th Street (approx. 3.5 miles) Turn left on 24th, go .8 miles to Mormon Trailhead parking lot (on the right side). Address: is 8610 S. 24th St., Phoenix
