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Fountain Hills Hiking Challenge
Disconnect from technology and join the Fountain Hills hiking challenge where you will gain physical fitness, and mental well-being, explore new places and connect with family, friends, and yourself through nature.
This year, we are offering two ways to complete the Fountain Hills Hiking Challenge:
- Complete 6 of the hikes.
- Complete hikes totaling 35 miles.
Register online at FountainHillsAZ.gov/REC
All registered participants will receive a commemorative Fountain Hills Hiking Challenge t-shirt. Complete all 6 hikes or 35 miles and share your pictures on social media to be entered to win a $50 gift card and a Fountain Hills Swag. Share your hiking pictures by tagging us on Instagram (@FountainHillsRec) Facebook (@fhparksandrec), or email rpreston@fountainhillsaz.gov.
Kickoff the November Hiking Challenge - November 1st at 8AM
Join SCFH leaders and volunteers to kick off the hiking season and the Fountain Hills November Hiking Challenge. Stop by at 8:00 a.m. at Fountain Park for coffee and cookies and to chat with SCFH leaders. More information will be provided closer to the event.
T-Shirt Pick Up
The Hiking Challenge T-shirts will be available for pick up beginning November 1st at the Fountain Hills Hiking Challenge Kickoff Party. After November 1st, T-shirts can be picked up at Town Hall Monday-Thursday 7:00 am-6:00 pm. Town Hall is located at 16705 E Avenue of the Fountains.
Thank you to our partner, Sonoran Conservancy of Fountain Hills for creating the challenges.
Visit Sonoran Conservancy of Fountain Hills for additional trail information and group-led hikes.
HIKE | TRAILHEAD | LENGTH | DIFFICULTY |
Fountain Hills Desert Botanical Garden | 11300 N Fountain Hills Blvd, Fountain Hills | 1.2 miles | Easy |
Lake Overlook Trail | Fountain Park | 1.8 miles | Easy |
Overlook Trail | Adero Canyon, 14800 N Eagle Ridge Dr, Fountain Hills | 1.2 miles | Easy to Moderate |
North Leg | Adero Canyon, 14800 N Eagle Ridge Dr, Fountain Hills | 2.5 miles | Moderate |
Promenade and Western Loop | Adero Canyon, 14800 N Eagle Ridge Dr, Fountain Hills | 2.3 miles | Difficult (due to steep rocky climb) |
Dixie Mine | Golden Eagle, 14425 E Golden Eagle Blvd, Fountain Hills | 5.4 miles | Moderate |
Andrews-Kinsey to Hitching Post | Adero Canyon, 14800 N Eagle Ridge Dr, Fountain Hills | 6.0 miles | Moderately Diffiicult |
Sonoran Loop | Adero Canyon, 14800 N Eagle Ridge Dr, Fountain Hills | 5.7/6.2 miles | Moderately Difficult |
Ridgeline Loop | Adero Canyon, 14800 N Eagle Ridge Dr, Fountain Hills | 4.5 miles | Moderately Difficult |
Sonoran Loop from Dixie Mine Trail | Golden Eagle, 14425 E Golden Eagle Blvd., Fountain Hills | 5 or 10 miles | Moderately Difficult |
Dixie Mine, Coachwhip, Windmill, Bell Pass and Prospector Loop | Golden Eagle, 14425 E Golden Eagle Blvd., Fountain Hills | 10.3 miles | Difficult |
OTHER AREA HIKES | |||
Marcus Landslide | Tom's Thumb, McDowell Sonoran Preserve, 23015 N 128th St., Scottsdale | 3.8 miles | Easy to Moderate |
Brown's Summit | Brown's Ranch, McDowell Sonoran Preserve, 30301 N Alma School Rd., Scottsdale | 3.0 miles | Easy to Moderate |
Scenic Trail | McDowell Mountain Regional Park | 4.4 miles | Easy to Moderate |
Granite Mountain Loop | Granite Mountain, McDowell Sonoran Preserve, 31402 N 136th St., Scottsdale | 5.3 miles | Moderate |
Butcher Jones | Butcher Jones Picnic Area, Saguaro Lake | 5.8 miles | Moderate |
Gateway Loop | Gateway, McDowell Sonoran Preserve 18333 N Thompson Peak Pkwy, Scottsdale | 4.4 miles | Moderate |
Tom's Thumb | Tom's Thumb, McDowell Sonoran Preserve, 23015 N 128th St., Scottsdale | 4.4 miles | Difficult |
HIKING SAFETY TIPS
- Stay hydrated-Bring at least 2-3 liters of water
- Bring electrolytes
- Wear the proper hiking boots
- Hiking poles offer a benefit by reducing the pressure on both knees and back.
- Protect yourself from the sun with sunscreen, a hat, and sun-protective clothing
Contact Us
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Ryan Preston
Recreation Manager - Events
Phone: 480-816-5170
Skylar Thomas
Senior Recreation Program Coordinator - Programs
Phone: 480-816-5132
Recreation Coordinator
Recreation Program Coordinator- Youth and Teen Programs, Sports and Field Allocation
Phone: 480-816-5130
recreation@fountainhillsaz.gov
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16705 E Avenue of the Fountains
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268Phone: 480-816-5100
TYY: 800-367-8939
Fax: 480-837-3145Hours
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7 a.m. to 6 p.m.