231 Things to do near Ocotillo/Ridgeback/Sidewinder Loop Trail
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Sidewinder, Apache Vista, Ocotillo Loop Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
0.1 miles SA well-maintained, well-signed desert loop with near-perfect views in the Sonoran Preserve — include the summit for a 2.5-mile moderate workout.
Hike, Horseback, Mountain Bike
Apache Wash Sidewinder Loop Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
0.4 miles SWHorseback and Mountain Bike near Phoenix, Arizona
Horseback, Mountain Bike
Apache Wash Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
0.4 miles SWA moderate desert loop trail at Apache Wash in Phoenix with hilly terrain on the way out and deceivingly challenging flat terrain on the return.
Hike
Tower Road - Sonoran Preserve
Phoenix, Arizona
3.1 miles NWA short, steep 0.6-mile out-and-back on asphalt to the radio tower in the Sonoran Preserve — a quick, no-frills hill climb in Phoenix.
Hike
Sidewinder-Ocotillo-West Loop
Phoenix, Arizona
3.1 miles NWA Sonoran Desert loop near Phoenix combining the flat Ocotillo Trail with the more elevated, twisty Sidewinder section — bring at least 2 liters of water, there's no shade or water on trail.
Hike, Horseback, Mountain Bike
Bobcat Trail - Sonoran Preserve
Phoenix, Arizona
3.2 miles WA 2-mile out-and-back connector trail in the Sonoran Desert Preserve with great desert scenery, distant mountain views, dry wash crossings, and well-signed GPS markers — ideal as a warmup to the Dixie Mountain Loop.
Hike
Dixie Summit Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
3.6 miles SWA steep, switchback-heavy summit push in Phoenix's Sonoran Preserve rewarded by spectacular panoramic views at the top.
Hike
Western Vista Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
3.6 miles SWA short but fairly difficult trail to one of the Dixie Mountain Loop summits, rewarding the climb with great views and a bird's-eye look at the gravel pit below.
Hike
Dixie Mountain Loop Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
3.6 miles SWA 4.7-mile beginner-to-moderate loop through the Phoenix Sonoran Preserve with great views of Dove Valley, wildflowers, cactus, and the Teddy Bear Cholla Forest between mile posts 2.6 and 2.75.
Hike, Horseback, Mountain Bike 2.8 mi
Desert Tortoise
Phoenix, Arizona
3.6 miles SWA doubletrack desert connector and loop trail with reasonable elevation changes and close-proximity Cholla cactus lining the path — good hiking shoes and a leashed dog are a must.
Hike, Mountain Bike
Dixie Mountain Loop with Two Summits
Phoenix, Arizona
3.6 miles SWHike, Horseback, and Mountain Bike near Phoenix, Arizona
Hike, Horseback, Mountain Bike
Hawk's Nest Trail and Dixie Mountain Loop
Phoenix, Arizona
3.6 miles SWA moderate connector trail in Phoenix's Sonoran Preserve that links the trailhead to Desert Tortoise Trail and Dixie Mountain Loop — good hiking boots recommended.
Hike, Horseback, Mountain Bike
Hawk's Nest/Desert Tortoise/Dixie Mountain Loop
Phoenix, Arizona
3.6 miles SWA moderate desert loop through creeks and hills with great scenery in Phoenix's Sonoran Preserve — connects Hawk's Nest, Valle Verde, and Dixie Mountain trails.
Hike, Horseback, Mountain Bike
Union Peak Loop
Phoenix, Arizona
3.6 miles SWHike near Phoenix, Arizona
Hike
Sonoran Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
3.6 miles SWA smooth, hilly 10–12 mile loop trail in Phoenix with well-marked intersections — suitable for a range of riders, though beginners should pace themselves.
Mountain Bike
Clay Mine Trail
Cave Creek, Arizona
4.3 miles NA short 1.6-mile beginner trail in Cave Creek Regional Park leading to a historic clay mine entrance, with ranger-led tours available and a stretch shared with the horse rental facility.
Hike 5.8 mi
Go John Trail
Cave Creek, Arizona
5.1 miles NEA 5.8-mile desert loop at Cave Creek Regional Park with mine shafts, saguaro cactus, quartz fields, and valley views — best hiked or biked between September and April; $6 park entry fee.
Hike, Horseback, Mountain Bike
Reach 11 Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
6.1 miles SHike near Phoenix, Arizona
Hike
Deem Hill
Phoenix, Arizona
6.2 miles SWA fast after-work mountain bike loop with 650 feet of climbing via switchbacks, rocky sections, several loop options, and fun downhill runs back to the trailhead.
Mountain Bike
Palisade to Basalt to Circumference Trail Loop
Phoenix, Arizona
6.2 miles SWHike near Phoenix, Arizona
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