This very difficult hike will take you from Brown’s Mountain and Corral trails, with a stop at Cathedral Rock, to the Stagecoach trail. 9.8 miles in about 4 hours with...
Some reptiles and arthropods in the Sonoran Desert use venom or other poisons to defend themselves or subdue their prey. Learn how to recognize these animals that bite and sting and the effect of their venom. Join us on an easy 1.5 hour walk. Restrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Please bring water...
This hike will be targeted to visitors or those fairly new to the Preserve trails. The hike will be about 7 miles, taking about 3 hours, and cover a variety of trails to highlight various aspects of the Preserve trails and point out key locations of each trailhead. The hike is labelled as Difficult due...
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...
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+
Distance & Elevation Gain: This will be appx 9 miles with 400 feet of elevation gain at a slower and easier beginner pace. Difficulty Level: This beginner level ride will take appx 3 hours, with some moderate climbs on easier trails. We’ll be making several stops for rest and to get to know our fellow riders. All...