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      A tree, cactus, trailhead information, and shaded areas are visible in Sonoran Preserve.

      Sonoran Preserve

      The Sonoran Preserve, in North Phoenix, comprises more than 9,600 acres. Three trailhead locations offer 36 miles of trails.

      Trailheads

      Apache Wash Trailhead 1600 E. Sonoran Desert Dr.

      Desert Hills Trailhead 705 W. Carefree Hwy.

      Desert Vista Trailhead 1900 W. Desert Vista Tr.

      Trail Map & Description

      Hours

      Parking/Entrance Hours: 5 a.m. to 7 p.m.

      Trail Hours: 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.

      Contact

      Ranger Office:602-495-6939

      Natural Resources Office (Business Hours Only):602-495-5458

      Contact Natural Resource staff regarding resource management at desert preserves:602-261-8318

      Fire Ban in Desert Parks and Preserves in Effect

      Annual ban of open fires in the City's desert parks and mountain preserves is in effect through September 30, 2025. The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department's annual fire ban is also in effect. Learn more

      Know Before You Go

      Take a hike. Do it right.

      Take a Hike. Do it Right.

      More than 200 hikers annually are rescued from City of Phoenix desert and mountain parks and preserves. Follow our simple checklist to help you from becoming a statistic.

      Review safety guidelines before your visit
      Take a hike. Do it right.

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