Proceed right to Pima Wash Trail. WebSouth Mountain Preserve. 1. $134/mo Get pre-approved Beds Baths 11.97 Acres (Lot) About This Home Just under 12 acres being sold individually or with 2 adjacent lots! This is a busy trailhead, and all the locals know where it is. To get to the Mormon Trailhead, take exit 155 for Baseline Rd. The parking lot for the trail-head will be on your right, at this curve. Today, its a popular trail for hikers and offers a glimpse into the history of the area. This is an excellent trail. Wear sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses to protect yourself from the sun. I loved this trail. Yes, you can ride a mountain bike on the road. 3. Watch and listen for bikers (bells, clickers, etc) cause they will pop out of nowhere. Print/PDF map. This time were offering a Ranger-lead Guided Hike AND a Self-Guided Hike! The trail will dip down and then flatten itself out. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. One of the largest groups to move west was the Mormons. Bring at least 1-2 liters of water and be sure to be well hydrated. Dress in layers, as temperatures can vary significantly between day and night. Access: Start at Mormon Trailhead to connect to Mormon Trail. [CDATA[ The viewpoints continue as you ascend the multiple switchbacks on this trail. Valley of Fire State Park. {{current_weather.dt | momentjs( atts.date )}}. Travel south on Mormon Trail to turn left onto Mormon Loop Trail. This trail offers a steady climb to the upper areas of South Mountain Park. This is one of those trails I recommend a few hours after a rain - it creates more friction on an otherwise dusty, dry trail - it provides a bit more solitude as fewer folks are put - the olfactory stimulation from the creosote. WebHidden Valley Trail Via Mormon Trail. Brutal but doable climb. No conditions reported in the past 7 days. Watch your footing, but make sure to look up from time to time to drink in the panoramic city and boulder sceneries! Epic views. These are some of the best views in my opinion! Continue right onto Pima Wash Trail. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 17 ft blue climb. The Mormon Trail was used for more than 20 years after the Mormons used it and has been reserved for sightseeing. This is a great place to take a break and enjoy the scenery. Access: Start at Mormon Trailhead to connect to Mormon Trail. Always carry a first aid kit and emergency supplies, including a whistle and a map or GPS device. Mile 0.0: The trailhead for the Mormon Trail is located at the end of 24th Street in Phoenix. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Proceed to Beverly Canyon Trail. DISTANCE: 3.6 mile Lollipop ELEVATION Gain: 925 feet DURATION: 2 hrs and 15 minutes or so FACILITIES: None START TIME: 4:00 PM. To start with the shorter Hidden Valley Loop, continue straight ahead on Mormon Trail and head right on the National Trail. They're especially nice around sunset and sunrise. Mile 0.2: After a short hike, youll reach the first landmark of the trail, a small cave that offers a great view of the surrounding area. The trail continues along traversing the hill until it ends at the Max Delta Trail. But, in case you are not able to fit, no worries! People may know the trail loop by its famous points of Fat Mans Pass, and the lesser known but equally beautiful Hidden Valley Tunnel. There were a few bikers and other hikers. Park at the San Juan Rd. There is a lot of wildlife, and its not uncommon to see hummingbirds fluttering around. Dogs are also allowed on the trail but must be kept on a leash. This trail wastes very little time, climbing very quickly for a good 45 minutes, then dropping down into a valley on top of the mountain where we walk 15 more minutes to a tunnel of rocks where we walk through to the real Hidden Valley. November 1 to April 30 - 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Getting there:From central Phoenix, go south on Seventh Avenue to Baseline Road. Some moderate climbing. Bring your game. Beautiful, overcast, mid-50s. Seeing as how Hidden Valley is located off of National Trail (which runs the entire length of South Mountain), there are multiple ways of getting there. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail. Do it Right." Some portions are rideable going up but it's mostly hike-a-bike. The passes furnish a natural crossing point of the Rockies. Be sure to check out the tunnel. Do not expect to receive a spot in the lot (not along the road) if you want to hike in any combination of: weekends, during tourism season, before noon. The trail is easy to follow, the destination is great and like most South Mountain Park Trails, it's the perfect balance between a workout and killer views. The reason is because from Fat Mans Pass you will be hiking down, and will be able to see the paths laid out better. See dazzling rock formations. Take another left from Desert Classic to connect to Lower Corona. Additionally, San Juan Road is closed except during the first full weekend of each month, when it is open all day Saturday and from 10 a.m. to close on Sunday. WebExperience this 6.4-mile loop trail near Phoenix, Arizona. So while it may get you breathing heavy and your heart rate up, it wont take too long to do so. Then we will finish with a 5 to 10 minute standing meditation (Special note: If parking lot is full, there is plenty of parking on 24th Street & East Samantha Way. Proceed to Dirt Road Trail. At this point, you can turn around and head back to the trailhead or continue on the longer 4.5-mile section of the trail to explore more of South Mountain Park and Preserve. Then after a short distance you will meet up with a second marker indicating to turn right onto National to get you back to the Mormon Trail and head back to the parking lot. Dobbins Lookout, at 2,330 feet, is the highest point in the park that isavailable to the public. There are some petroglyphs along the Mormon Trail. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 34 min to complete. Proceed left to Desert Classic Trail. Mile 1.2: The trail becomes steeper again as you approach the end of the 1.4-mile section of the Mormon Trail. Ramada Usage inSouth MountainPark/Preserve: The ramadas inSouth Mountain Park/Preserveare available for public use, andseveral require a reservation. Review"Take a Hike. Phoenix is so big its hard to give general directions that are accurate. 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