Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: National Take a Hike Day Hike!

This moderate-rated hike on Scenic Trail has an elevation gain of 278 feet and trail surfaces that are uneven and rocky. We’ll take water breaks and learn about the plants around us! Wear closed-toe shoes, sun-protective clothing and a hat and bring snacks and plenty of water. Restrooms and water are available at the meeting area. Allow time to drive to the trailhead, a couple miles beyond the park entry. This program is weather-permitting. Please check the website for cancellations before attending.

National Take a Hike Day is celebrated each year on November 17 in recognition of the National Trails System Act of 1968. This Act designated a series of scenic, historic and recreation trails in both backcountry and urban areas in an effort to provide outdoor opportunities for the public. Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department encourages you to connect with nature on a ranger-led hike, on this day or any day, to explore and learn about our beautiful Sonoran Desert. To ensure everyone can enjoy this nationally recognized day, the regular day-use entry fee for all of Maricopa County’s regional parks will be waived on November 17.

MEETING LOCATION: Trailhead staging area by the restrooms

Limit 20 participants. To register, please call the Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. 3 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. Registration for this program will close on 11/15/24.