Short Hike
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San Tan – San Tan Trail Loop (S)
Special Instructions: This hike will offer 2 choices. We will all start out on the San Tan trail going south. At the top of the ridge at 1 ½ miles each hiker will have the choice of returning to…
San Tan – Rock Peak Wash Trail (S)
Special Instructions: This is an out-and-back hike in a wash (level but walking in soft sand) to a crested saguaro. The trailhead is at the south end of the park. This hike requires an entry fee ($7/car) or a…
San Tan – Goldmine Trail to Ridge (S)
Special Instructions: This is an out-and-back hike on Goldmine Trail that climbs to a ridge on Goldmine Mountain. There are great views of San Tan Valley at the top. This is a more difficult hike than the normal short…
San Tan – Goldmine Loop (S)
Special Instructions: This is a loop hike (on San Tan, Goldmine, and Moonlight Trails) with a nice view of the mountains and the Arizona desert. This hike requires an entry fee ($7/car) or a Maricopa County Parks Pass. Bring…
San Tan – Dynamite Trail (S)
Special Instructions: This is an out-and-back hike with a long climb to a ridge with great views of the area. This hike requires an entry fee ($7/car) or a Maricopa County Park Pass. Trailhead and parking lot are on…
Queen Creek / Old Hwy 60 (S)
Special Instructions: This is a one-way hike (downhill) along Queen Creek. It follows the old road from the Queen Creek Tunnel to Superior. Bring water and a snack. Directions: Take Felix Rd north to Arizona Farms Rd, turn right.…
Poston Butte (S)
Special Instructions: This is an out-and-back hike to the summit of Poston Butte (F Mountain). At first fork, look to the right for an easier trail to the summit. Bring water and a snack. Directions: Take Hunt Highway south…
Pinto Creek Bridge (S)
Special Instructions: This is an out-and-back hike along a very scenic segment of old US 60. There are big rocks, trees and gorgeous views. Bring water and a snack. Directions: Take Felix Rd north to Arizona Farms Rd, turn…
Round Mountain (S)
Special Instructions: This is a loop hike in Round Mountain Park to the top of Round Mountain. There are great views from the summit of Pinal Mountain and the surrounding area. Bring water and a snack. (Late spring flowers)…
Road to Apache Leap Area (S)
Special Instructions: This is an out-and-back hike along a forest service road in the area of the new copper mine. There is an interesting collection of rock formations and some of the preliminary mining activity. Bring water and a…