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

We will hike the Wind Cave Trail with 800ft of elevation and at a distance of 3 miles roundtrip. This hike is rated as difficult. The trail is steep and rocky, so it is encouraged you bring proper footwear and plenty of water. Water and bathrooms are available at trailhead.

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: Wind cave parking lot, next to the bathrooms, by the kiosk.

Limit 15 participants. To register, please call the Nature Center at 602-506-2930 ext. 4 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.