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Estrella Mountain Regional Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,754 Google reviews · Running trail in Goodyear, Arizona · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Estrella Mountain Regional Park'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.
Big, mountainous park featuring wetlands & undisturbed desert areas plus trails & picnic sites.
What runners say about Estrella Mountain Regional Park
“There are clean restrooms at the visitor center and also the mobile test boxes at the trail head.”
“This is a beautiful hiking area with lots of scenic views in every direction.”
“Go for the views, stay for the peace and quiet, and leave before the sun decides to turn the entire valley into a convection oven.”
“We went with our young kids, so it has hiking for all levels.”
“The park is dog friendly, and the lady at the gate gave him a treat when we paid.”
This is the best time of year to go if you want picturesque views!!!! The superbloom is happening and you can’t miss it!!! Clean and quiet, this is my favorite hiking spot 💗
Great place to hike, but unfortunately, we didn't wear the right shoes. Regardless, we found the easy trails to walk on. Trails were easy to walk, well marked. It does cost $7 at the gate, but this park is huge. Lots of restrooms available, it appears overnight camping is available for trailers and RV.
One of the best spots for hiking! I usually hike at South Mountain, but wanted to try something new, and this park was perfect. We went early, and there weren’t many people there. The nature sounds were beautiful. We did a short 1–2 mile hike, and once we rounded one of the hills, the view was absolutely breathtaking!
Just recently completed all 16 trails that are available in the park!!! I will say this; the park is very beautiful but is also quite desolate. There are not many people on the trails, especially in the back half of the park. This can be a positive for some but also a negative for others.
Trail conditions & character
“The $10 entrance price is a bit steep, but it is a good spot for hiking and some nice views as well.”
“We did a short 1–2 mile hike, and once we rounded one of the hills, the view was absolutely breathtaking!”
“I went on a hike with my dog, she got very tiny cactus thorns stuck in her paw when we were in the middle of nowhere.”
“There are clean restrooms at the visitor center and also the mobile test boxes at the trail head.”
“Go for the views, stay for the peace and quiet, and leave before the sun decides to turn the entire valley into a convection oven.”
“Just remember: if the trail says "Technical Loop," and you aren't a mountain goat or a professional athlete, your ego will take a bigger hit than your hamstrings.”
Plan your run at Estrella Mountain Regional Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websitemaricopacountyparks.net
- Phone(602) 506-2930
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–8 PM |
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