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Apache Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 78 Google reviews · Running trail in Apache Junction, Arizona · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Apache Trail's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Historic landmark offering a scenic drive through a canyon with a lake.
What runners say about Apache Trail
“Some of the most beautiful sights and THE coolest road I've ever been on!”
So much to see so little time. We’ve done this trail so many times and see something more we missed each time. Views are phenomenal and if ptu can find a safe place to pull over fish creek and nearby areas are wonderful to explore.
One of my favorite off-road trails. Although with the recent renovations it’s become more “civilized”, but still many sections to test your driving skills. Enjoy!
We drove 17 miles, came to the point where water was over road. Turned around and went back same way we came. Beautiful!
Awesome to do and even better to stop on the way up and hike around or just enjoy the views
Trail conditions & character
“Views are phenomenal and if ptu can find a safe place to pull over fish creek and nearby areas are wonderful to explore.”
“Very good drive; just past Tortilla Flat the stream is very high with water flowing over the bridge due to recent levels of rainfall be careful.”
Plan your run at Apache Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- Phone+1 602-529-6891
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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