Register for Hikes and Outdoor Nature Programs. Access: Start at Pima Canyon Trailhead. WebFrom there, we will make our way through Hidden Valley and scramble over a variety of interesting rock formations. Marcos de Niza, Midlife Crisis, and Young Man Trails Loop, Corona de Loma Trail to Lower Corona Trail, Desert Classic, National Trail, and Hidden Valley Loop, Geronimo, National, Midlife Crisis, and Mormon Trail Loop, Holbert, National and Corona de Loma Trail, Desert Classic, Midlife Crisis, Old Man Trail, and Double Secret Loop. Mile 0.8: The trail becomes steeper as you approach Fat Mans Pass, a narrow slot in the rocks that requires some scrambling to navigate. 3. This short half-mile loop will take you through a narrow rock formation (known as Fat Mans Pass), a wash area full of wildlife and a naturally formed rock tunnel to walk through. November 1 to April 30 - 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. From Five Tables, proceed to Ranger Trail. Directions: Head south on 24th Street, dead ends into E Valley View Dr. (additional overflow parking on 24th St., as well as E Euclid Ave.) Two large boulders force you to squeeze through them to the other side of the trail; a fat man cannot squeeze through this gap (to be honest, its a tight squeeze), but I would argue that a fat man cant get to the pass to begin with. Any GPS, map, or phone app will be able to get you to the right place. The parkboastsmore than50 miles oftrails forhiking, horseback ridingand mountain biking. Pyramid Trail starts out fairly easy from the Area 620 Trailhead, but it quickly gets steep at the base of the ridge it climbs. Youll wait for some people but its still pleasant. Mormon Trail: South Mountain - Phoenix, AZ I don't think of Phoenix as having extreme weather, but I say this last week was interesting. The climb up was challenging. Moderate 4.7 (6597) South Mountain Preserve. Some folks use the larger rock on the right side of the pass as a rock slide, which you can do too! The trail is steep and rocky, with loose gravel and occasional switchbacks. The uphill portion on the Mormon Trail crawls 700 feet up Neighborhood Canyon, dodging massive boulders, slickrock corridors and desert flora adapted to South Mountains craggy environs. WebExperience this 4.7-mile loop trail near Phoenix, Arizona. They're especially nice around sunset and sunrise. Hidden Valley Tunnel is formed naturally from boulders and is the entryway to some of the most breathtaking scenery of the trail due to unique boulder piles. Features: Steep climb, rocky terrain, scenic overlooks, historic trail. Totaling just under four miles, Hidden Valley can be accessed via the Mormon and National trails; starting at the trailhead, youll follow Mormon until you reach National Trail West. Continue on Stephen Mather Dr. through the first four-way intersection. Mormon Trail Guide 1. The Mormon Trail begins with an immediate incline and it doesnt let up until you are at the junction with National Trail. South Mountain Map Access: Start at Pima Canyon Trailhead. Trail Difficulty: Easy You will begin to appreciate why some hikers consider this a moderate or difficult trail. Around 1.9 miles you can go down the steep rock, or there is another path to the right. challenging but doable. All rights reserved. Print/PDF map. A tight squeeze through a slim but short crack between boulders serves as a gateway to Hidden Valley. Access: Start at the Park Main Entrance. 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The trail continues along traversing the hill until it ends at the Max Delta Trail. The buckles are only available to finishers who complete the survey and are made available at no cost thanks to our friends at Finally, you will end the loop at Fat Mans Pass, which is a very narrow passageway formed by huge boulders. Watch your footing, but make sure to look up from time to time to drink in the panoramic city and boulder sceneries! Proceed to Javelina Canyon Trail. Parking Cost: Free. It's easy to miss, but with this being a popular trail, you'll most likely see other hikers around this spot. 5. Follow the loop back to the intersecting point with National and return home the way you came. It is steep in places, but moderate in most places. Some portions are rideable going up but it's mostly hike-a-bike. As you continue, the ending of this loop will not disappoint. Want to report conditions for this trail? Always carry a first aid kit and emergency supplies, including a whistle and a map or GPS device. Valley of Fire State Park. Enjoy this 4.7-mile loop trail near Phoenix, Arizona. There is not much shade along this trail. Plan your hikes for early mornings or late afternoons to avoid the hottest part of the day. 3. Exact location will be sent when your reservation is confirmed. Web#1 - Hidden Valley Trail Via Mormon Trail South Mountain Preserve Length: 3.6 mi There are many trails in this area that are worthy of more hiking. This trail is suitable for most levels of hikers and can be used as an introduction for those wanting to get acquainted with desert mountain hiking. Stay on the main trail, and you will eventually (2 miles from the trailhead) reach the turn for Fat Mans Pass. Very picturesque. Challenging, must have some mountain biking experience, take plenty of water. Took us 2:57, we took pic etc. The trail will start out easy and flat, then ascend up and traverse the hills behind the ranger station. As a matter of fact, this is one of the trails I took when I first started hiking before I knew what other gems Arizona has to offer. There are no markers within this area so its up to you to decide how you want to navigate down these sections of rocks. These false summits are a little annoying. That being said, this is a trail that most people can hike on without too much difficulty. But its a mistake to let these spoilers suck all the air out of the room. 5. If coming from Phoenix, take the 1-10 East and exit off of Baseline/Guadalupe (exit 155) and turn right onto Baseline. Take another left from Desert Classic to connect to Lower Corona. Hikers should come prepared with plenty of water, appropriate footwear, and other necessary gear for a safe and enjoyable hike. 5. People may know the trail loop by its famous points of Fat Mans Pass, and the lesser known but equally beautiful Hidden Valley Tunnel. Take your next left and keep right to connect to Five Tables. Well worth the hike! Web[The Mormons followed a trail from Sly Park that approximates the path of the present Mormon Emigrant Trail, which extends from an intersection with Sly Park Road at Jenkinson Lake and runs generally southeast to a junction with California Highway 88 about five miles west of Silver Lake. as a novice hiker did not make it to top but would do again. Learn how to create your own. Great trail, well marked. Activities: //