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Cats Peak Loop Trail (S)

By September 11, 2022 July 6th, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 2.5 Area: Usery Mtn Regional Park
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 200 Park Entry Fee: 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 33.465797, -111.610959
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: Moderate Water Crossings: No
Restrooms at Trailhead: Yes Gloves Required: No

 

Special Instructions:

This is a loop hike around a small mountain. There is some uneven footing so a hiking stick is recommended. This hike requires an entry fee ($7/car) or a Maricopa County Parks Pass. Bring water and a snack.

 

Directions:

Turn right on Hunt Hwy (north) to Ellsworth. Follow Ellsworth north 7.5 miles past US 60. Park entrance is on the right. Follow Usery Park Rd. to Blevins Dr, to the Horse Staging area. The trailhead is at staging area.