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Salt River to Phon D Sutton (CI)

By February 7, 2023 July 3rd, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 4.5 Area: Salt River Rec Area
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 100 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 33.517115, -111.674642
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: Easy Water Crossings: No
Restrooms at Trailhead: No Gloves Required: No

 

Special Instructions:

This is a hike along the Salt River.  The trail takes us north on the west trail to Phon D Sutton parking lot, then south along the east trail about 1 mile, then crossing back to the west trail we came in on.  This is a lovely area with lots of wildlife.  You may even see bald eagles.  Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.

Directions:

Take Felix Road, turn right on Arizona Farms Road.  Drive five miles to AZ 79 and turn left.  Drive north 10 miles and get on US-60 West.  Drive 20 miles to Exit 190A and take the 202 Loop, drive 6 miles to Exit 23B East McDowell Rd.  Drive .3 miles and turn right on North Power Road to the Bush Hwy.  Power Rd. becomes Bush Hwy in about 2.5 miles.  Continue on Bush Hwy. 1.4 miles, parking will be on your left.