Casual IntermediateHike Detail SheetHikes

Wind Cave (CI)

By September 15, 2022 July 3rd, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 4.0 Area: Usery Mountain Regional Park
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 800 Park Entry Fee: Yes, 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 33.474013, -111.607452
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: Yes Boulder Hopping: No
Difficulty: Moderate Water Crossings: No
Restrooms at Trailhead: Yes Gloves Required: No

 

Special Instructions:

This is an out and back hike to a cave with a great view. This hike requires an entry fee ($7/car) or a Maricopa County Parks Pass. Please divide the cost evenly among the carpool. Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.

Directions:

Turn right (north) on Hunt Hwy to Ellsworth. Follow Ellsworth north 7.5 miles past US 60. Park entrance is on the right. Follow Usery Park Rd for 1 mile past the entrance station to Wind Cave Dr West. Turn left on Wind Cave Dr West and follow to the trailhead.