Mesquite Canyon (I)

Date:					Destination:		Mesquite Canyon
Level:		Intermediate (I)			Area:		White Tank
Approx hike distance in miles:		5.2			Hike leader:
Low to high elevation gain:		800			Hike leader phone:
Accum elevation gain in feet:		N/A			Hike leader email:
Departure time - Union Center parking lot:					Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in
Recommended gas donation:		$10
Unpaved miles:		None			Park entry fee per vehicle:		Yes, see below.
Road conditions:		Good			Website for reference info:		N/A
High clearance vehicle req'd:		No			Trailhead GPS coordinates:		33.587233 -112.499842
TRAIL CONDITIONS
Maintained Trail:		Yes			Uneven Footing:		Yes
Steep Side Drop-offs:		Yes			Steep Trail:		Yes
Off Trail (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 an out-and-back hike with great views of the White Tank Mountains. There are two steep sections. Bring water, snack and lunch. This hike requires an entry fee ($6/car) or a Maricopa County Parks Pass. 

Directions:

Starting at I-10, go west toward Phoenix. Travel through Phoenix and exit at 303 North. Follow 303 North for 6.7 miles to Northern Ave (Exit 110A). Turn left (west) on Northern for ½ mile. At Cotton Lane turn right (north) for 1 mile to Olive Ave. Turn left (west) for 4 miles to White Tank Entrance Station.