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Loop Trails (No Backtracking) in Arizona
Arizona has 141 trails with a loop route in this directory, across 34 cities and towns — Flagstaff, Phoenix, Tucson, Prescott and 30 more. Start and finish at the same trailhead: a known distance, no backtracking and no car shuttle.
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Papago Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 12,935 reviews
Expansive hiking & picnicking area that includes the Phoenix Zoo & famed Hole-in-the-Rock formation.
Prescott National Forest
4.7 ★★★★★ 7,241 reviews
Vast wilderness area offering nearly 950 miles of trails, campgrounds & sites for fishing & boating.
Phoenix Mountains Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 6,204 reviews
Group of parks with mountain & desert hiking trails, plus an abundance of cacti & native wildlife.
Watson Lake Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,907 reviews
Recreational lake for fishing, kayaking, canoeing & hiking, with camping & picnic facilities.
North Mountain Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,761 reviews
Hiking trails of varying difficulty lead to 2 summits for scenic views, plus a visitor center.
San Tan Mountain Regional Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,553 reviews
Over 10,000 acres of desert with hiking/biking trails & a visitor's center with wildlife exhibits.
Gateway Trailhead - McDowell Sonoran Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,489 reviews
Trailhead accessing several hiking & biking trails that vary in skill level & offer scenic views.
Buffalo Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,307 reviews
215-acre park offers a 2-mile hiking loop trail, picnicking space, wildlife & scenic mountain views.
Pima Canyon Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,034 reviews
There is a trail running up this canyon that rises from 880m above sea level to 1940m in elevation.
Catalina State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,893 reviews
Park at the foot of the Santa Catalina Mountains with 5,500 acres for hiking, camping & more.
Sonoran Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,799 reviews
Open desert park with miles of hiking & biking trails through lush, green plains of cactus.
Skyline Regional Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,645 reviews
8,700-acre parkland with mountains & wide-open spaces, plus hiking trails, campsites & programs.
Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,515 reviews
Park with a 150-acre lake offering year-round fishing & boating, plus a campground & picnic areas.
Crossroads at Silverbell District Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,459 reviews
A big green space featuring ball fields and courts for various sports as well as several playgrounds.
Santa Cruz River Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,368 reviews
Riverfront park featuring hiking & biking trails, a disc golf course, playground & wildlife views.
Humphreys Peak Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 870 reviews
Highest peak in Arizona with a demanding hiking trail, plus panoramic views.
Ray Smucker Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 906 reviews
Community park offering a walking trail, large playground, picnic shelters & fitness equipment.
Piestewa Peak Trailhead
4.9 ★★★★★ 725 reviews
Trio of trails, boasting panoramic views, desert foliage, and steep rock formations for all fitness levels.
Canada del Oro Riverfront Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 688 reviews
Family-friendly spot for playing baseball as well as soccer and basketball at outdoor courts.
Fatmans Loop Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 681 reviews
Walking trail featuring scenic overlooks with city views, volcanic rock formations & more.
Thunderbird Conservation Park Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 622 reviews
Family-friendly hiking area with scenic trails and ample parking.
Tompkins Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 645 reviews
Kids enjoy the playgrounds and slides at this outdoor green space with a dog park and a walking trail.
Paseo Vista Recreation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 579 reviews
Sprawling park boasting a playground, archery lanes and disc golf course.
Watson Woods Riparian Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 546 reviews
Vast expanse of endangered riparian (streamside) forest with cottonwood & willow trees & wildlife.
Treasure Loop Trail #56
4.8 ★★★★★ 470 reviews
Moderate, 2.4-mi. hiking trail known for spring wildflowers & unique rock formations.
Sara Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 473 reviews
Outdoor recreation spot featuring hiking trails, a dog park, and venues for sports, concerts, and fireworks displays.
Honey Bee Canyon Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 452 reviews
Canyon, petroglyphs and cacti dotting this park boasting views, a dam and hiking trails that range from easy to rugged.
White Tank Mountain Regional Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 408 reviews
Family-friendly park featuring easy to rustic trails for hiking plus picnic tables and grills and a playground.
Linda Vista Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 390 reviews
Popular hiking area with trails that offer views of the desert and Tucson suburbs.
Goldmine Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 379 reviews
Rugged hiking and mountain-biking area featuring multiple trails and a scenic overlook.
Bell Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 345 reviews
Hikers & riders frequent this natural area with trails that wind through striking desert scenery.
Douglas Spring Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 339 reviews
Park with desert, cacti, and various hiking trails, some leading to backpacking routes.
Picture Canyon Natural and Cultural Preserve
4.5 ★★★★★ 348 reviews
478-acre nature preserve featuring hiking, biking & horseback riding, plus wildlife & petroglyphs.
Brown Canyon Ranch
4.8 ★★★★★ 304 reviews
Tranquil spot featuring an 1880s ranch house, plus trails, picnic tables and mountain views.
Picture Canyon Trailhead
4.4 ★★★★☆ 325 reviews
Easy trails to a waterfall in a canyon, plus petroglyphs and pictographs.
Corona de Loma Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 295 reviews
Casual network of trails for hiking and mountain biking with moderate to easy options.
Kendrick Park Watchable Wildlife Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 280 reviews
Park featuring two trails, one paved, passing through varied habitats populated by wildlife.
Piestewa Peak Trails
4.8 ★★★★★ 280 reviews
Hiking area with trails through picturesque desert scenery & striking views of the city skyline.
Fat Man's Pass
4.7 ★★★★★ 284 reviews
Rugged, narrow passage running between 2 large boulders along the Hidden Valley Trail.
Tom's Thumb Trailhead
4.9 ★★★★★ 252 reviews
Hiking trails, some steep and busy, with views and information boards.
El Rio Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 258 reviews
Bird-watching preserve featuring a lake, along with paved and dirt trails for hiking and biking as well as picnic tables.
North Mountain - Trail 44
4.8 ★★★★★ 247 reviews
Rocky uphill area featuring a paved path up to a radio tower at the top.
Valley View Overlook Trail
4.9 ★★★★★ 234 reviews
A 0.8-mi round-trip route through saguaro desert leading to views of Avra Valley & Picacho Peak.
Brown’s Ranch Trailhead
4.9 ★★★★★ 227 reviews
Desert trails with varying difficulties featuring rocky and smooth options, plus views, hiking and biking routes.
Sara Park Trail Head
4.8 ★★★★★ 225 reviews
Hiking area with marked trails, picnic tables, and restrooms, plus mountain biking routes.
Peoria Sunrise Mountain Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 231 reviews
Park & hiking spot featuring picturesque desert scenery & views of the surrounding valley.
Desert Discovery Nature Trail
4.9 ★★★★★ 199 reviews
0.4-mile paved loop trail with interpretive signs of the area's flora & fauna, plus shady benches.
Ponderosa Trails Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 208 reviews
Small neighborhood park with a playground, picnic/BBQ shelter, walking path & portable restrooms.
Thumb Butte
4.9 ★★★★★ 193 reviews
Hiking area featuring well-marked trails that lead to the top of the butte for scenic views.
Groom Creek Loop Trail #307
4.8 ★★★★★ 194 reviews
Trails for hiking, mountain biking & horseback riding in a wooded area with elevation gain.
James S. Acker Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 197 reviews
Charming 80-acre park featuring a 1-mi. hiking loop trail, picnic areas & an open-air theater.
Coon Bluff Loop
4.7 ★★★★★ 191 reviews
Hiking area with river views, wild horses, and picnic areas, plus camping on weekends.
Apache Wash Trail Head
4.8 ★★★★★ 184 reviews
Public area offering a variety of hiking trails with scenic views for all skill levels, plus mountain biking.
Sarasota Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 184 reviews
Hiking and mountain biking trails winding through hills and desert terrain for kids and adults.
Rillito River Park at La Canada
4.6 ★★★★★ 180 reviews
Park with a disc-golf course and trails for walking and biking, plus a public restroom.
Cerbat Foothills Recreation Area - Coyote Pass Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 175 reviews
Vast recreation area featuring mountain-biking trails and desert scenery.
Hidden Valley Natural Tunnel
4.9 ★★★★★ 160 reviews
Scenic destination featuring a trail through boulders and shade, and a natural tunnel.
Monolith Garden Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 160 reviews
Many iconic rock formations, formed by ancient volcanic activity, can be seen on this trail.
Mt Elden Lookout Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 156 reviews
This trail leads up to the summit of Mt. Elden & offers views of the city & surrounding area.
Broadway Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 147 reviews
Kid-friendly trailhead at the edge of Saguaro National Park featuring scenic desert views.
Merkle Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 144 reviews
This loop trail through the desert in Usery Mountain Regional Park is lined with benches & cacti.
Lost Dog Wash Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 141 reviews
Popular park offering hiking trails (several moderate) with mountain views, as well as parking, restrooms, water and bike trails.
Quartz Ridge Trailhead (#8A) Phoenix Mountain Reserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 141 reviews
Peak with scenic trails popular for hiking.
Trail Head Preserve - McDowell Mountains
4.7 ★★★★★ 134 reviews
Park featuring hiking trails of varying difficulty through desert terrain.
Wild Burro Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 130 reviews
Saguaro-studded hiking area with paths for all skill levels, plus bike trails.
Barnhardt Trail #43 (Eastern Terminus)
4.6 ★★★★★ 132 reviews
Scenic hiking area featuring waterfalls, plus rock formations and views of the valley.
Cypress Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 127 reviews
Kid-friendly hiking area with a variety of trails that lead to scenic views.
Copper Canyon Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 127 reviews
Scenic trails for walking and mountain biking with picnic tables, waterfalls and creek crossings.
Tortolita Preserve Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 120 reviews
Desert preserve featuring a 9.5-mile loop for mountain biking and hiking with scenic views.
Ranch Trail #62
4.6 ★★★★★ 117 reviews
Popular hiking and mountain biking locale offering a climb with obstacles.
Peoria Calderwood Butte Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 117 reviews
Area containing a 1.5-mile, easy-to-access trail to its peak, which is known for its vistas.
Adero Canyon Trailhead
4.9 ★★★★★ 108 reviews
Outdoor recreation area featuring mountains, canyons, scenic views and various fitness trails with restrooms and picnic tables.
Black Rock Loop Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 105 reviews
Hiker-friendly area with mountain views and a range of short and long tracks.
Williamson Valley Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 104 reviews
Public trails for hikers, horses and cyclists, featuring granite formations.
Roy Schoonover Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 101 reviews
Clean trailhead alongside the Tucson Loop trail, offering benches and water fountains.
Fort Valley Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 104 reviews
Hikes and dispersed camping are available at this kid-friendly forest area.
McDowell Sonoran Preserve
4.9 ★★★★★ 89 reviews
Nature preserve featuring hiking trails and mountain biking opportunities.
Robles Pass Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 92 reviews
Desert trails used for hiking and mountain biking, with rocky terrain and Sonoran Desert vegetation.
Arica Road Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 92 reviews
Popular spot featuring a network of hiking and biking trails with varying difficulty levels.
Country Club Trail #632
4.7 ★★★★★ 87 reviews
Wooded hiking area featuring scenic views through the pine trees.
East Wetlands Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 88 reviews
Hiking, biking, and birding are available at this park with trails, a beach, and picnic areas.
Billy Creek Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 85 reviews
Hiking area featuring creek-side trails through forested terrain, plus scenic views.
The Loop
4.6 ★★★★★ 83 reviews
More than 120 mi. of paved pathways that wind past parks, schools, and shopping areas.
Veit Springs Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 78 reviews
Popular area with kid-friendly hiking trails, bouldering, and petroglyphs.
Griffith Spring Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 79 reviews
Relaxed loop trail through the forest, plus picnic tables and a pond.
Schultz Creek Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 73 reviews
Hills for biking and hiking with vistas and various terrain.
Salida Gulch Trail #95
4.7 ★★★★★ 73 reviews
Easy loop trail for people and pets, featuring creeks and petroglyphs.
Big Springs Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 70 reviews
Scenic, kid-friendly destination featuring hiking trails as well as areas for walking and bird-watching.
Linda Vista Loop Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 66 reviews
Saguaro, barrel, and other cacti grow along this hiking loop with scenic mountain views.
Easter Island Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 65 reviews
Kid-friendly hiking area with trails that follow an old train route, plus biking.
Panorama Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 69 reviews
Destination with kid-friendly hiking trails and mountain biking routes amid forested surrounds.
Camp Beale Loop
4.4 ★★★★☆ 70 reviews
Moderate-to-strenuous trail for hiking, rockhounding and viewing scenery and views.
Timber Mesa Trailhead
4.4 ★★★★☆ 70 reviews
Popular hiking trail in a forested area with some inclines and peek-a-boo views.
Los Caballos Trailhead #638
4.6 ★★★★★ 62 reviews
Scenic trail for hikers and mountain bikers, as well as equestrian riders.
West Lambert Lane Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 59 reviews
Park featuring well-maintained trails, scenic views, benches, and a kid-friendly hike.
Badger Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 57 reviews
Park featuring kid-friendly hikes with views among cactus plants.
Sara Mountain Park Loop Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 54 reviews
Spot with miles of trails for hiking and climbing, as well as varied difficulty levels.
Mesquite Canyon Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 51 reviews
Hiking area offering varying difficulty levels, scenic views, and a waterfall.
Rock Peak Wash Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 53 reviews
Sandy but easy trail boasting clear skies from which to observe the night sky, plus equine access.
Fraesfield Trailhead - Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 47 reviews
Mule Deer Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 41 reviews
Kid-friendly hiking area featuring picnic tables, a pond, windmills, and views of the state trust land.
Canoa Hills Trails Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 41 reviews
Ex-golf course using cart paths as trails.
Buena Vista Trailhead - Moderate-Loop
4.1 ★★★★☆ 41 reviews
Scenic trail, part of a large, dog-friendly wooded area also used for logging.
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