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Desert 101 Hike (Registration Required, Limit 20 Participants)

Saturday, January 04, 2025
10:30 AM - 02:00 PM
McDowell Mountain Regional Park
16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

(602) 506-2930 ext 3


Learn all about the Sonoran Desert ecosystem on this guided walk with Ranger Eric! Click on program title for more details.

Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike to learn about the animals, plants, and ecology of the Sonoran Desert. We will hike 4.4 miles on a loop of Scenic Trail and part of Pemberton Trail. It is rated as moderate, with occasionally uneven, rocky, or sandy surfaces. Please dress in layers, wear protective clothing and/or sunscreen, wear sturdy footwear, and carry ample water, electrolytes, and snacks for yourself. Restrooms are available at Trailhead Staging Area.

For those of you participating in the 100 Miles in 100 Days Challenge, this is a great way to work towards your goal! The challenge runs from Nov.1-Feb. 8. For more details on the program, please visit this link: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/things-to-do/activity/100-miles-in-100-days-challenge/ 

MEETING LOCATION: Trailhead Staging Area by the restrooms. See park map here: 
 
Limit 20 participants. To register, please call the Nature Center at 602-506-2930 ext. 3 with your name, phone number, and number of people attending. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. Registration for this program will close on Thursday, 1/2. 
 
 
 
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