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Peralta Regional Park: Desperado-North Star – Saguaro Loop Trails (UI)

By November 7, 2023 November 28th, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 5.5 Area: Peralta Regional Park
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 1000 Park Entry Fee: See below
Low to high elevation gain: N/A SCAMR All Trails Map:Yes
Recommended gas donation: $10 Website for reference info: pinal.gov/1206/Peralta-Regional-Park-Map
Unpaved miles: 5 Trailhead GPS Coordinates 33.3647222, -111.370833
Road Conditions: Fair 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 Yes Steep Trail: Yes
Off Trial (scratchy) No Slippery Trail Surfaces: No
Use of hands required: No Boulder Hopping: No
Difficulty: Moderate Water Crossings: No
Restrooms at Trailhead: No Gloves Required: No

 

Special Instructions:

The views on this hike are spectacular – and there is even a crested saguaro to find.  Bring water, a snack and camera.

Directions:

Drive north on Felix Road to Arizona Farms and turn right.  Turn left on AZ 79 and drive 9.7 miles to Highway 60 and go west.  Travel 8 miles on Hwy. 60 and turn right onto Peralta Road.  Drive 5 miles to Peralta Regional Park entrance on the right.  Follow signs to Group Picnic and park near bathrooms.

Parking area for this hike has a fee.  Parking fee payment is by cash. Parking fees charged will be split between all hikers in the vehicle.