San Tan – Hedgehog Trails (CI)

Date:					Destination:		San Tan - Hedgehog Trails
Level:		Casual Intermediate (CI)			Area:		San Tan Regional Park
Approx hike distance in miles:		5.5			Hike leader:
Low to high elevation gain:		600			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:		$5
Unpaved miles:		No			Park entry fee per vehicle:		Yes, see below
Road conditions:		Paved			Website for reference info:		N/A
High clearance vehicle req'd:		No			Trailhead GPS coordinates:		33.167889,-111.635905
TRAIL CONDITIONS
Maintained Trail:		Yes			Uneven Footing:		Yes
Steep Side Drop-offs:		No			Steep Trail:		No
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 a loop hike with nice views of the park and the surrounding area. There is a crested saguaro just off the trail. Bring water and a snack. This hike requires an entry fee ($7/car) or a Maricopa County Park Pass.Please divide the cost evenly among the carpool.

Directions:

Hunt Hwy north 12 miles to Thompson Rd. Stoplight at intersection. Turn left on Thompson and follow to Phillips Rd. Turn right on Phillips and follow to entrance of park and parking lot.