McDowell Sonoran Preserve trails

The Sunrise Trail offers a scenic desert hike with sweeping views of the McDowell Mountains, Superstition Mountains, Four Peaks, and the Phoenix metropolitan area. The trail begins with a steady incline through classic Sonoran Desert terrain, where hikers can observe iconic saguaro cacti, unique rock…

Distance: 3.7 mi • Elevation gain: 355 m • Maximum elevation: 921 m

Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve. #Hiking #Running #MTB #Loop #Nature

Distance: 4.4 mi • Elevation gain: 231 m • Maximum elevation: 728 m

Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature

Distance: 4.0 mi • Elevation gain: 358 m • Maximum elevation: 1,164 m

Loop through McDowell Sonoran Preserve hike from Gateway Trailhead via Gateway Loop Trail. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Mountain #Desert

Distance: 3.9 mi • Elevation gain: 231 m • Maximum elevation: 728 m