Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch Trail
Gilbert, Arizona
| Address: | ~Riparian Preserve Trail, Gilbert, AZ 85234, USA |
| GPS: |
33°21'50.5"N 111°44'6.9"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Arizona |
| Trail Length: | 1.90 miles |
| Elevation Gain: | 6.00 feet |
| Hike Difficulty: | Beginner |
| Trail Type: | Loop |
Pet Friendly
Canoe and Hike
The Riparian Preserve is an urban park with a series of loop trails surrounding seven ponds stocked with fish and birds. It is located at 2757 E. Guadalupe Road, Gilbert AZ. Several species of birds and waterfowl live in the preserve. The park has several amenities. The Riparian Preserve is an urban park with a series of loop trails surrounding seven ponds stocked with fish and birds. It is located at 2757 E. Guadalupe Road, Gilbert AZ. Several species of birds and waterfowl live in the preserve. The park has several amenities. Courtesy of AllTrails.com
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Add ResourceBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
Read MoreDirections
From Gilbert, Arizona
- Head north on N Gilbert Rd toward E Cullumber Ave (0.8 mi)
- Turn right onto E Guadalupe Rd (3.1 mi)
- Turn right at N Poinciana CtDestination will be on the right(197 ft)
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