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Scenic Running Trails in Arizona
Arizona has 349 trails with scenic views in this directory, across 54 cities and towns — Phoenix, Tucson, Mesa, Scottsdale and 50 more. Waterfronts, overlooks and river loops: the trails that get you out of the door.
The 250 most-reviewed in Arizona
Ranked by local reputation — rating weighted by review count. Use the filters to narrow them, or open a city below for the full local list.
Papago Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 12,935 reviews
Expansive hiking & picnicking area that includes the Phoenix Zoo & famed Hole-in-the-Rock formation.
South Mountain Park and Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 10,106 reviews
16,000-acre area with many trails, wildlife & a drivable road to a lookout with sweeping city views.
Tempe Beach Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 10,435 reviews
Local landmark features a splash playground, boating, a baseball diamond & other athletic fields.
Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch
4.8 ★★★★★ 7,547 reviews
Expansive natural area with 7 ponds & hiking trails, plus an observatory.& dinosaur-bone dig site.
Hole in the Rock
4.7 ★★★★★ 7,273 reviews
Landmark rock formation with multiple cavelike holes in the sandstone created by erosion.
Prescott National Forest
4.7 ★★★★★ 7,241 reviews
Vast wilderness area offering nearly 950 miles of trails, campgrounds & sites for fishing & boating.
Fountain Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 6,318 reviews
Town park with a lake & fountain, 18-hole disc golf course, playground & picnic areas on 64-acres.
Phoenix Mountains Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 6,204 reviews
Group of parks with mountain & desert hiking trails, plus an abundance of cacti & native wildlife.
Sabino Canyon Recreation Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 5,457 reviews
This vast national forest area offers hiking trails & tram rides through picturesque desert canyons.
Lake Havasu State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 5,096 reviews
Home of the original London Bridge with lake beaches, campsites, trails & a garden with wildlife.
Freestone District Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,485 reviews
A community park on 88 acres with a rec center, fields, mini amusement park, a skate park & fishing.
Sahuaro Ranch Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,388 reviews
Set on old ranch grounds, this park features wandering fowl, a historic house museum & play areas.
Kiwanis Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 4,324 reviews
Park with a lake & a 54,000-sq.-ft. complex with an indoor wave pool & a 15-court tennis center.
Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 4,067 reviews
Park built around the natural travertine bridge found in the 1800s for hikes, picnics & day trips.
Usery Mountain Regional Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,921 reviews
A 3,648-acre park offering camping, archery & 29 miles of multi-use trails plus scenic wind caves.
Fort Tuthill County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,775 reviews
Sprawling area with archery & equestrian facilities plus trails, fairgrounds & an adventure course.
Surprise Community Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,570 reviews
Popular park with a fishing pond, gazebos & BBQ grills, plus a playground & paved walking path.
Desert Breeze Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,526 reviews
This large public park offers a lake, splash pad, sport courts & fields, paths & a playground.
Rio Salado Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 3,338 reviews
This former industrial area is now a desert river habitat with hiking trails & 200+ bird species.
Chaparral Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,135 reviews
This 100-acre public park has a swimming pool & fishing lake, plus sports courts & a playground.
Red Mountain Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 3,147 reviews
Green space housing facilities for sports from baseball to volleyball, plus picnicking sites.
London Bridge Beach
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,076 reviews
Park featuring waterfront picnic/BBQ areas, athletic fields, walking trails & swimming.
Echo Canyon Recreation Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,966 reviews
Sizable park housing Camelback Mountain & its 3 hiking trails, free parking & recreation area.
Piestewa Peak Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,928 reviews
Park with miles of trails & a scenic 2,608-foot summit which is a popular destination for hikers.
Watson Lake Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,907 reviews
Recreational lake for fishing, kayaking, canoeing & hiking, with camping & picnic facilities.
Echo Canyon Trailhead
4.9 ★★★★★ 2,830 reviews
Trailhead featuring a parking lot, restrooms & the start of a trail leading up Camelback Mountain.
North Mountain Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,761 reviews
Hiking trails of varying difficulty lead to 2 summits for scenic views, plus a visitor center.
West Wetlands Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,692 reviews
Sprawling riverfront park featuring playgrounds, multi-use trails, grassy areas for sports & a pond.
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.
Veterans Oasis Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,458 reviews
Outdoor recreation area with trails & a playground, plus a visitor center with educational programs.
Picacho Peak State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,459 reviews
Park with hiking trails leading from a campground to a 1,500-ft.-high peak & Civil War battlefield.
Rio Vista Community Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,424 reviews
Spacious park featuring ponds, a skate park and playgrounds.
Eldorado Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,427 reviews
Outdoor sanctuary offering fishing lakes, a pool & fields for sports such as softball & soccer.
Buffalo Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,307 reviews
215-acre park offers a 2-mile hiking loop trail, picnicking space, wildlife & scenic mountain views.
Glendale Heroes Regional Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,331 reviews
A city park with playgrounds, water play area, skate & BMX facility, picnicking, basketball & more.
Camelback Mountain
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,062 reviews
Rocky hiking destination with two major trails featuring steep elevation gains & sweeping 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.
Veterans Memorial Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,114 reviews
Green space featuring multiple playgrounds for kids and a skate park, plus sand volleyball courts.
Gilbert Regional Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,982 reviews
Large splash pad, modern playground & a fishing lake, plus pickleball, volleyball & tennis courts.
Discovery District Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,031 reviews
This 48-acre park features soccer fields, basketball courts, jogging trails, a playground & a lake.
Tucson Mountain Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,957 reviews
Boasting a scenic overlook, this huge park offers camping & trails, plus archery & shooting ranges.
Sentinel Peak Park ("A" Mountain)
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,956 reviews
Landmark known as "A" Mountain featuring a man-made A-shaped formation, offering scenic city views.
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.
Mormon Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,803 reviews
Rugged, uphill hiking spot with desert scenery & picturesque views of the city.
Sonoran Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,799 reviews
Open desert park with miles of hiking & biking trails through lush, green plains of cactus.
Pinnacle Peak Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,706 reviews
A trail allows visitors to hike to the top of Pinnacle Peak & those with experience may rock climb.
Estrella Mountain Regional Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,754 reviews
Big, mountainous park featuring wetlands & undisturbed desert areas plus trails & picnic sites.
Tumamoc Hill Hiking Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,652 reviews
Peaceful walking & running trail with views on an expansive ecological reservation.
Skyline Regional Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,645 reviews
8,700-acre parkland with mountains & wide-open spaces, plus hiking trails, campsites & programs.
Sundance Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,595 reviews
Park featuring a shaded playground, picnic shelters & a dog park, plus athletic fields.
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.
Woodland Lake Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,487 reviews
Sporting & play areas with hiking, biking & horse trails, fishing, boating & picnic facilities.
Victory Steps at Verrado
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,362 reviews
Stairs with mountain views at the top of a hiking area, including some easier trails and some difficult ones.
Rillito River Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,356 reviews
This riverside park with exercise stations & equestrian access features soft & hard trails.
McDowell Mountain Regional Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,291 reviews
Sprawling getaway providing hiking & horseback riding trails, camping sites & a bike course.
Fain Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,291 reviews
Community park with a lake for fishing, hiking trails, picnic areas & a refurbished stamp mill.
Santa Cruz River Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,368 reviews
Riverfront park featuring hiking & biking trails, a disc golf course, playground & wildlife views.
Thunderbird Conservation Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,222 reviews
Large desert park featuring hiking, equestrian & mountain biking trails, bird watching & picnicking.
Gates Pass Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,222 reviews
Picturesque natural area & walking spot known for desert scenery & striking sunsets.
Cattail Cove State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,145 reviews
2,000-acre park featuring more than 60 campsites, plus a beach, a boat ramp, fishing areas & more.
Sweetwater Wetlands Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,107 reviews
Birding & wildlife viewing are popular activities at this natural area with self-guided tours.
Dreamy Draw Recreation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,038 reviews
Expansive public park with miles of hiking & biking trails winding through rocky desert terrain.
Paloma Community Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 939 reviews
Watery park with a playground, open fields and a splash pad.
Lava Flow Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 938 reviews
Paved trail through a volcanic landscape featuring a lava flow formation and views of Sunset Crater.
Thunderbird Paseo Park, Glendale
4.3 ★★★★☆ 1,046 reviews
This local park has a Desert Interpretive Garden, trails & disc golf as well as sports facilities.
Lions Dog Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 956 reviews
Lakeside dog park with a fountain, swimming pools, and shade, plus a picnic area.
Sahuarita Lake Park - Town of Sahuarita
4.7 ★★★★★ 907 reviews
Lake surrounded by trees and grassy areas popular for walking, biking and picnics, plus fishing.
Humphreys Peak Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 870 reviews
Highest peak in Arizona with a demanding hiking trail, plus panoramic views.
Water Wheel Falls Hiking Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 883 reviews
Short riverside hike with some rock scrambling to reach a waterfall, popular for family day trips.
Lewis Kingman Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 864 reviews
Outdoor activity area with separate fenced areas for small & large dogs, picnic tables & restrooms.
Ramsey Canyon Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 787 reviews
Wildlife-rich preserve featuring well-maintained trails for hiking and bird watching.
Deem Hills Recreation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 804 reviews
Sprawling park featuring athletic areas, kids' play equipment & hiking trails with mountain views.
Lookout Mountain Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 782 reviews
Park featuring hiking & biking trails & sweeping views from the top of Lookout Mountain.
Silly Mountain Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 744 reviews
Desert hiking spot, featuring well-maintained trails, botanical walks and panoramic vistas.
Piestewa Peak Trailhead
4.9 ★★★★★ 725 reviews
Trio of trails, boasting panoramic views, desert foliage, and steep rock formations for all fitness levels.
Desert Trails Bike Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 734 reviews
Sizable, 35-acre bike park with scenic views, a series of rugged biking trails & some big jumps.
Hayden Butte
4.7 ★★★★★ 742 reviews
Park & popular hiking area, known for a 60-ft. letter "A" representing Arizona State University.
Phoenix Mountain Preserve - 40th St. Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 706 reviews
Moderate hiking area (kid-friendly, too) offering a range of paths that vary in altitude and difficulty.
Lookout Mountain Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 678 reviews
Family-friendly destination with mountain views featuring volleyball and tennis courts.
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.
Desert Meadows Park
4.9 ★★★★★ 612 reviews
Community-managed garden and park featuring desert plants, wildflowers and walking paths.
Roper Lake State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 664 reviews
A destination popular for camping with RV hookups & cabins plus a lake with a beach & hiking trails.
Thunderbird Conservation Park Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 622 reviews
Family-friendly hiking area with scenic trails and ample parking.
Desert Mountain Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 649 reviews
This 29-acre park features 2 playgrounds, sports fields, sand volleyball courts & an amphitheater.
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.
Flatiron Community Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 608 reviews
Relaxed grassy community park with a splash pad and walking paths, plus picnic tables and restrooms.
Red Mountain District Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 587 reviews
City park offering lighted baseball & soccer fields, plus picnic areas, over 1,146 desert acres.
Tom's Thumb
4.9 ★★★★★ 530 reviews
Popular hiking spot with well-maintained trails, rock formations, and scenic views.
Watson Woods Riparian Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 546 reviews
Vast expanse of endangered riparian (streamside) forest with cottonwood & willow trees & wildlife.
Tangerine Sky Community Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 485 reviews
Ample park for families featuring a zip line and climbing equipment.
Rim Lakes Vista
4.9 ★★★★★ 465 reviews
Paved walkway stretching along the Mogollon Rim, taking in views of the Tonto National Forest.
Treasure Loop Trail #56
4.8 ★★★★★ 470 reviews
Moderate, 2.4-mi. hiking trail known for spring wildflowers & unique rock formations.
Gladden Farms Community Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 478 reviews
Clean park featuring a splash pad and a playground, plus baseball fields and a softball field.
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.
Wind Cave
4.7 ★★★★★ 459 reviews
Popular hiking trail leading to a wind cave and featuring friendly chipmunks at the top.
Villago Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 456 reviews
Clean park featuring a playground, tennis and basketball courts, plus picnic areas.
Telegraph Pass Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 430 reviews
Hiking area with various trails, from kid-friendly options to challenging inclines.
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.
Mogollon Rim Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 398 reviews
Family-friendly hiking trail featuring scenic views of the Mogollon Rim.
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.
Finger Rock Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 375 reviews
Entry point for a popular hiking route through Finger Rock Canyon, with city & mountain views.
Horton Creek Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 367 reviews
Popular hiking path (also easy) with waterfalls, trees, creeks and pools of water.
Iris Dewhirst Pima Canyon Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 362 reviews
Popular trail, with rocky terrain and desert views, that goes through a canyon.
Tumbleweed Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 368 reviews
Family-friendly spot featuring a playground, a splash pad and open fields, plus a tennis center.
Papago Park in Tempe
4.4 ★★★★☆ 382 reviews
Public park with a restroom, playground, and picnic tables, as well as hiking trails.
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.
Dave White Regional Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 350 reviews
Family-friendly park with picnic tables and a playground.
Picture Canyon Natural and Cultural Preserve
4.5 ★★★★★ 348 reviews
478-acre nature preserve featuring hiking, biking & horseback riding, plus wildlife & petroglyphs.
Don Sullivan Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 320 reviews
Family-friendly park known for its duck feedings, with lawns, a playground, a basketball court, a dog park and barbecues.
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.
Mountain View Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 303 reviews
Recreational parkland offering a variety of sports courts & fields, a playground & community center.
Corona de Loma Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 295 reviews
Casual network of trails for hiking and mountain biking with moderate to easy options.
Golden Eagle Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 304 reviews
Park with sports facilities such as baseball and softball fields, basketball and tennis courts, and a playground.
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.
"A" Mountain Tempe
4.7 ★★★★★ 279 reviews
Popular for hiking, this butte at Arizona State University features a 60-foot, concrete letter "A."
Crossroads District Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 282 reviews
Recreational area with a playground, basketball and volleyball courts, baseball fields, and dog park.
Peart Park
4 ★★★★☆ 315 reviews
Relaxing tree-filled park offering a playground, picnics and a pond, as well as benches.
Camelback Hike
4.8 ★★★★★ 262 reviews
Popular mountain hike featuring challenging terrain and scenic vistas, including city panoramas.
Tom's Thumb Trailhead
4.9 ★★★★★ 252 reviews
Hiking trails, some steep and busy, with views and information boards.
Pacific Avenue Athletic Complex
4.4 ★★★★☆ 280 reviews
Grassy, well-maintained fields, plus a playground and a picnic area for parties, games, baseball and softball tournaments, snack shacks, restrooms, a concession stand and a fishing pond.
Tibshraeny Family Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 272 reviews
Public park featuring picnic tables, a playground, basketball and volleyball courts, restrooms, and a trail.
Granite Gardens Trails
4.8 ★★★★★ 253 reviews
Trails amid craggy rocks, popular for hiking and climbing.
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.
Arizona Veterans Memorial (Eternal Flame)
4.8 ★★★★★ 243 reviews
Riverfront recreation space, also known as the Eternal Flame, dedicated to veterans.
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.
The Barn & Trailside Community Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 237 reviews
Public park with a pond, walking paths, and a barn that hosts events.
Brown’s Ranch Trailhead
4.9 ★★★★★ 227 reviews
Desert trails with varying difficulties featuring rocky and smooth options, plus views, hiking and biking routes.
Sycamore Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 245 reviews
Park featuring a playground, picnic areas, and a restroom, plus horseshoes and a creek.
Show Low Creek Meadow Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 225 reviews
Green, paved and dirt trails amid a meadow. Also a golf course and picnic area.
Sara Park Trail Head
4.8 ★★★★★ 225 reviews
Hiking area with marked trails, picnic tables, and restrooms, plus mountain biking routes.
Safari Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 234 reviews
Picnicking, basketball, volleyball, and play equipment are offered at this family-friendly park.
Peoria Sunrise Mountain Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 231 reviews
Park & hiking spot featuring picturesque desert scenery & views of the surrounding valley.
Thunderbird Reservoir
4.8 ★★★★★ 220 reviews
Desert park with picnic tables, trails for mountain biking, horseback riding, and hiking, and scenic views.
Desert Arroyo Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 223 reviews
58-acre landscape of protected desert with a looped trail system & an outdoor desert classroom.
Pantano River Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 230 reviews
Relaxed park featuring paved paths for biking and jogging, picnic benches and a playground.
Peoria West Wing Mountain Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 212 reviews
Recreational area featuring hiking trails, fishing, and tennis courts, plus scenic views.
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.
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.
Glassford Summit Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 199 reviews
Summit hike with scenic views and picnic tables.
Coronado Peak National Recreation Trail
4.9 ★★★★★ 185 reviews
Hiking area with an overlook providing views into Mexico and southeastern Arizona.
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.
Usery Mountain Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 189 reviews
Park featuring picnic areas, hiking and mountain biking trails, and facilities.
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.
Ventana Canyon Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 186 reviews
Hiking to waterfalls and pools, plus a canyon climb offering dramatic vistas.
Sarasota Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 184 reviews
Hiking and mountain biking trails winding through hills and desert terrain for kids and adults.
White Cliffs Wagon Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 181 reviews
Hiking area featuring trails with views of wagon wheel impressions from the mining era.
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.
Zanjero Park
4 ★★★★☆ 201 reviews
Arid, 20-acre park featuring walking & equestrian trails & a burrowing owl habitat.
Memory Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 170 reviews
Simple grass park featuring a playground, a library and shade trees.
Heritage Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 172 reviews
Green park equipped with a splash pad, playground and rose garden along with trails.
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.
Palo Verde Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 169 reviews
Park with an archaeological ruin & interpretive signs, plus shaded playgrounds & a basketball court.
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.
Seven Falls
4.8 ★★★★★ 154 reviews
Popular hiking trail leading to a waterfall and pool that's a good option for kids.
Old Crosscut Canal
4.5 ★★★★★ 163 reviews
Canal-side trail for walking, running and cycling plus a scenic urban greenbelt.
Broadway Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 147 reviews
Kid-friendly trailhead at the edge of Saguaro National Park featuring scenic desert views.
Gila Box Riparian National Conservation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 146 reviews
Serene river canyon and desert area offering hiking, fishing and camping as well as a quiet atmosphere.
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.
Hanna Road Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 143 reviews
Scenic trail for hiking to the top of the mountain, known locally as Casa Grande Mountain.
Hidden Meadows Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 160 reviews
Community recreation area offering picnic tables, BBQ grills & a children's playground.
Camino de Oeste Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 139 reviews
Desert trail leading to the ruins of a stone home with panoramic views from the 1930s.
Maeveen Behan Desert Sanctuary Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 147 reviews
Nature preserve with trails for walking and biking amid a desert landscape.
Verrado Lost Creek Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 137 reviews
This natural area is a desert-landscape with views of the mountains (sometimes quiet), as well as trails for hiking and biking.
Pecos Ranch Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 143 reviews
Playground featuring a wood-chip base, swings and slides as well as shaded areas.
Waterfall Canyon Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 133 reviews
Easy hike with a few benches leading to a waterfall plus rock formations.
Bear Canyon Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 134 reviews
Family-friendly trailhead offering various hiking options through scenic terrain.
Trail Head Preserve - McDowell Mountains
4.7 ★★★★★ 134 reviews
Park featuring hiking trails of varying difficulty through desert terrain.
East Wing Mountain Trails
4.6 ★★★★★ 134 reviews
Hiking area with marked trails and views of the surrounding area, plus a playground.
Scottsdale Bike Path
4.7 ★★★★★ 131 reviews
Park with a bike path and picnic tables, plus restrooms.
Piestewa Peak
4.8 ★★★★★ 128 reviews
Short hike offering panoramic views of the Phoenix skyline.
Wild Burro Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 130 reviews
Saguaro-studded hiking area with paths for all skill levels, plus bike trails.
Prescott Peavine Trailhead
4.9 ★★★★★ 124 reviews
Flat lakeside trail popular for hiking and biking.
New River Trailhead at Fletcher Heights
4.6 ★★★★★ 132 reviews
Peaceful hiking area with a paved trail and a covered picnic table.
Pipeline Canyon Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 132 reviews
Hiking area featuring trails with scenic views, picnic tables, and a public restroom.
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.
West Pinal County Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 131 reviews
Public park offering sites for camping and picnicking, as well as BBQ grills and horseshoes.
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.
Thondum Wihom Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 121 reviews
Hikers and bikers traverse this canyon trail, which is known for its 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.
Richard E. Genser Starr Pass Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 107 reviews
Hiking trail starting near a resort and leading to scenic views.
Shadow Mountain
4.6 ★★★★★ 107 reviews
Small mountain peak with a trailhead & hiking trail leading to 360-degree city views.
Gila Springs Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 109 reviews
Calm area for walking dogs, picnics and barbecues, as well as for little kids.
Williamson Valley Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 104 reviews
Public trails for hikers, horses and cyclists, featuring granite formations.
Sunrise Peak
4.9 ★★★★★ 98 reviews
Popular peak hike with panoramic vistas of the city and skyline from the summit.
Fort Valley Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 104 reviews
Hikes and dispersed camping are available at this kid-friendly forest area.
Wildlife Ridge Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 105 reviews
Baseball field, a playground and clean grassy areas, plus a sand volleyball court.
McDowell Sonoran Preserve
4.9 ★★★★★ 89 reviews
Nature preserve featuring hiking trails and mountain biking opportunities.
Las Lagunas de Anza Wetlands
4.4 ★★★★☆ 98 reviews
Tranquil park & preserve featuring a bamboo path, picnic tables, and walking trails.
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.
Shaw Butte Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 88 reviews
Hiking area with a trail leading to the top of a mountain for views of the city and desert.
Sonoran Mountain Ranch Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 90 reviews
Recreation area featuring a shaded playground, basketball courts, picnic tables, and a trailhead.
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.
North mountain park
4.6 ★★★★★ 88 reviews
Hiking, picnic and climbing area featuring rock formations, mountains, trails and desert scenery, plus picnicking amenities.
Poston Butte Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 86 reviews
Mountain hike to a summit with 360-degree views, plus easy options for beginners.
Sandy Seep Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 84 reviews
Natural area with forested hiking trails that are suitable for families and dogs.
Huachuca Canyon Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 85 reviews
Rough but easy-to-moderate trail hiking area with oak trees and wildflowers, home to bears and deer. Playground and picnic tables on-site.
Riverside Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 86 reviews
Park featuring a miniature train, a playground, picnic facilities, and a beach.
Ken Fovargue Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 86 reviews
Sprawling park featuring baseball fields and a playground.
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.
Brown Mountain Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 79 reviews
Hiking trail running about a quarter-mile, with steep sections and elevation gains to the top offering panoramic views.
First Crossing Day Use Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 82 reviews
Hiking area with a picnic spot and a creek.
Apache Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 78 reviews
Historic landmark offering a scenic drive through a canyon with a lake.
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.
Rio Salado Trail
4.4 ★★★★☆ 82 reviews
Scenic reserve featuring a network of trails for hiking and biking as well as birdwatching.
Bush Highway Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 77 reviews
Scenic, family-friendly trail network for hiking, plus mountain-biking and fishing.
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