Coldwater Trail
Goodyear, Arizona
| Address: | ~S 143rd Dr, Goodyear, AZ 85338, USA |
| GPS: |
33°22'12.9"N 112°22'7.0"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Arizona |
| Trail Length: | 2.80 miles |
| Trail Type: | Point A to B |
| Hike Difficulty: | Intermediate |
| Trails/Routes: | 2.9 mi |
Pet Friendly
Hike, Horseback, and Mountain Bike
The Cold Water Trail #27 is a seldom visited, remote backcountry destination along the backdrop of the rugged Verde Rim with healthy mixed vegetation and unique geology. The trail was originally used by army troops traveling from Fort McDowell to Camp Verde. Courtesy of hikearizona.com
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Coldwater Mountain Bike Trail, Goodyear, Arizona
Part of Estrella Mountain Regional Park Near Goodyear, Arizona.
https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/7002878/coldwaterNever modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
Read MoreBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Goodyear, Arizona
- Head west on W Western Ave toward S Litchfield Rd (157 ft)
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto S Litchfield Rd (0.7 mi)
- Turn right onto MC 85 (1.2 mi)
- Turn left onto S Bullard Ave (2.0 mi)
- Turn right onto W Vineyard Ave (0.4 mi)
- Turn left onto Casey Abbot Dr N (1.0 mi)
- Continue onto S 143rd Dr (1.1 mi)
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