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Mar 16, 2022 · South Mountain Park is the largest municipal park in the country, covering about 16,000 acres and including more than 51 miles of trails. Dobbins Peak, the highest point accessible to visitors (and you can drive there if hiking isn't in your plan), is 2,330 feet in elevation.
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Enjoy urban hiking, rock art and more at one of the largest municipally operated parks in the country just south of downtown Phoenix.
Sep 9, 2022 · Covering over 16,000 acres and containing over 50 miles of trails, South Mountain Park has recreation opportunities for everyone. You can hike, mountain bike and ride horseback.
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Proceed to Beverly Canyon Trail. Beverly Canyon Trail will have some short rocky and steep areas that cross the Pima Canyon area on the way to meeting the Desert Classic Trail on the south side of South Mountain. Distance: 1.7 mi. Elevation Change: 250 ft.
Beautiful city park with lots of scenery on the valley floor and mind blowing views from the top of the mountain. Narrow, twisty road to the top, but highly worth the effort. There are multiple overlooks and take the time to visit them all for views to the north (city) and south. Read more.
Arizona > South Mountain Park. Highlights: Largest city park in the US - a rocky mountain ridge, within Phoenix city limits yet still relatively unspoilt, covered by many cacti and giving excellent views across the urban surroundings. 60 miles of trails, popular for hiking, cycling and horse riding. Nearby towns:
In a famously sprawling city, the 16,000 acres of South Mountain Park allow people to disappear into the natural world. Hiking, running, biking, and even driving, you might see roadrunners and ...
