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McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Granite Mountain Trailhead

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31402 N. 136th St.
Scottsdale, AZ 85262 United States
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  • March 2026

  • Wed 11

    McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Wildflowers and Flora of the Desert – Educational Hike

    March 11
    @ 9:00 am
    - 12:00 pm
    McDowell Sonoran Preserve - Granite Mountain Trailhead 31402 N. 136th St., Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    Come celebrate spring in the desert and experience the Preserve dressed in its most beautiful colors. Join our knowledgeable stewards on this Moderate hike to discover the incredible variety of flowers in this area of the Preserve. 3 miles over about 3 hours. Restrooms are available at the trailhead but no water. Please bring water... View Article

    Free
  • Sat 7

    McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Hike The Rocks – Balanced, Amphitheater and Cathedral

    March 7
    @ 9:00 am
    - 1:00 pm
    McDowell Sonoran Preserve - Granite Mountain Trailhead 31402 N. 136th St., Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    This Very Difficult hike to visit these iconic rock formations will travel just over 9 miles with minimal elevation changes over 3½ to 4 hours. We will stop and enjoy each formation, returning on the Cholla Loop and the Granite Mountain Loop viewing many large Saguaro cacti. Due to the distance, this hike is suggested... View Article

    Free
  • February 2026

  • Fri 27

    McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Lifecycle of the Saguaro – Educational Hike

    February 27
    @ 10:00 am
    - 1:00 pm
    McDowell Sonoran Preserve - Granite Mountain Trailhead 31402 N. 136th St., Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    Native only to the Sonoran Desert, these giant cacti are a sight to see! Join us to follow the growth of a saguaro from seed to skeleton and view multi-armed, old Saguaros. This Moderate hike covers 4 miles in about 3 hours over some rolling hills. Restrooms and water available at the trailhead. Bring water... View Article

    Free
  • January 2026

  • Sun 11

    McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Ride to the Crested Saguaros and Lifecycle of Saguaros

    January 11
    @ 9:00 am
    - 12:30 pm
    McDowell Sonoran Preserve - Granite Mountain Trailhead 31402 N. 136th St., Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    Ever noticed the Crested Saguaros in the preserve? Come ride with us to see a large number scattered throughout the north. This 3.5 hour ride will cover 10 miles and is rated Advanced Skill and Vigorous Cardio. A bike with wide knobby tires is required. Please, no road bikes, hybrids, or folding bikes. Please check... View Article

    Free
  • November 2025

  • Sat 22

    McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Crested Saguaro -Educational Hike

    November 22, 2025
    @ 9:00 am
    - 1:00 pm
    McDowell Sonoran Preserve - Granite Mountain Trailhead 31402 N. 136th St., Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    Crested Saguaro Hike from Granite Mt. Trailhead. Join us on this Difficult hike as we pass by 3 crested saguaro cacti. This hike is for experienced hikers and will cover 7 miles with 255 ft. elevation gain in about 3 hours. Restrooms are available at the trailhead but no water. Bring water and snacks for... View Article

    Free
  • Sun 2

    McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Bird Walk at Granite Mountain Trailhead

    November 2, 2025
    @ 8:00 am
    - 10:00 am
    McDowell Sonoran Preserve - Granite Mountain Trailhead 31402 N. 136th St., Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    Join our bird experts on this 2-hour walk for a good chance to see some of our year-round bird residents such as: cactus wren, Gila woodpecker, ladder-backed woodpecker, Harris’s hawk, verdin or Say’s phoebe – as well as some seasonal arrivals. Restrooms available at the trailhead, but no water. Bring water and snacks for the... View Article

    Free
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