This Very Difficult hike will travel 10.6 miles with 303 feet of elevation gain over about 4.5 hours from the trailhead to the Preserve’s border with the Tonto National Forest and back. Bring plenty of water and snacks or even a trail-appropriate lunch. Experienced hikers suggested. Restrooms are available at the trailhead, but no water....
Frequent, destructive fires in the Sonoran Desert are a recent development. On this 2 hour and 2.2 mile moderate hike, we will discuss why they are occurring, observe their impact on the Preserve’s ecosystem, and learn how research conducted by the Conservancy is applied to limit their spread. Restrooms available at the trailhead but no...
This two-hour, leisurely-paced guided walk will highlight some of the geologic features visible from the Camino Campana Trail. We’ll discuss the rocks, landscape, and geologic history with reference to how they influence the climate, ecology and human history of the region. No dogs please. Restrooms are available at the trailhead but no water. Please bring...
Join Arizona author Roger Naylor for an evening of backroads, small towns, ghost towns, burger joints, and Route 66 stories. Roger is a born storyteller, and his tales from the road and trail are pure Arizona gold. Author of eight books, including Arizona Boots and Burgers and Route 66 Road Trip, Roger has also written for several newspapers...
Burn off some calories on this picturesque and challenging hike. This Very Difficult hike climbs 1032 ft. to the Andrews-Kinsey Trail and continues to a spectacular view overlooking the Fountain Hills Preserve before returning. 6.8 miles, total elevation gain of 1,187 ft. for about 4 hours. Restrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Bring...
This walk provides a geological and ecological overview of what lives in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, and how the flora and fauna survive and thrive. Restrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk. Ages 9+