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The Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve is a large, permanently protected, sustainable desert habitat that includes an interconnected network of non-motorized, multi-use trails (hike/bike/horse) accessed from multiple trailhead locations. The Preserve will be CLOSED at Noon on July 4.
Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve offers an array of fabulous desert trails and award-winning facilities. The Preserve is unique geologically and home to stunning geography, lush cacti forests and diverse wildlife. Now is a great time to explore the 30,580 acres of Sonoran Desert.
Explore a living treasure and make memories for a lifetime! Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve includes more than 30,500 contiguous acres. Annually, over one million people visit the Preserve wishing to connect with nature and experience its more than 225 miles of recreational trails.
The McDowell Sonoran Preserve is fantatic! With more than 225 miles of trails over 30,000+ acres, there is a hike for everyone. It is obviously hot in the summer, so you will want to take plenty of water and go early in the day. During the winter, it is actually more comfortable to wait until it warms up a little.
Scottsdale's McDowell Sonoran Preserve is open from sunrise to sunset. Trailhead locations that have an access gate open at the times listed on this page.
The Jane Rau Trail provides a wonderful opportunity to explore the diverse plants, rock outcrops, and scenic views of the Brown’s Ranch area of the Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve.
Explore the largest urban preserve in the nation, Scottsdale's McDowell Sonoran Preserve. Explore multiple trailheads, climb boulders, discover native plant life and more - all for free!
Nov 22, 2023 · The McDowell Sonoran Preserve in Arizona is the largest urban preserve in the nation. Here's how to plan a visit.
The Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve is a large, permanently protected, sustainable desert habitat in Scottsdale, Arizona. The preserve encompasses some 30,500 acres (123 km 2) contiguously, and is the largest city park (technically "nature reserve") in the United States.
Looking for a great place to go hiking in Scottsdale? The McDowell Sonoran Preserve offers many of the best trails in Arizona, with trailside experts who can answer your questions. Download a trail map at the bottom of this page. Even though you are hiking close to home, always be conservative.
