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Scottsdale Desert Classic Hiking Adventure
Scottsdale Classic Hiking Adventure in the Sonoran Desert
Scottsdale Classic Hiking Adventure in the Sonoran Desert
Scottsdale Classic Hiking Adventure in the Sonoran Desert
Scottsdale Classic Hiking Adventure in the Sonoran Desert

Scottsdale Desert Classic Guided Hiking Adventure

By Mad Desert Trekking
5 out of 5
Free cancellation available
Price is $210 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Experience the Scottsdale Classic Hiking Adventure in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. We’ll customize the hike to your mileage, terrain and grade preferences.

  • Hike for about two hours.
  • Explore the geology, plants, animals of the Sonoran Desert.
  • Relax at an incredible viewpoint with trail snacks and beverages provided by - your guide.
  • We approach every trip with fun in mind. Plus, our pro guides will show you secrets of the area that only a few know about.
  • 2-3 hours on the trail
  • Meet your guide at the trailhead
  • Difficulty scale: Easy to strenuous—you choose the level!

We provide everything you need for your hiking adventure:

  • Use of backpacks
  • Sunscreen
  • Bottled water
  • Sports drinks
  • Trail snacks
  • Plus, cold beverages after finishing your hike.

Our number one priority is your safety. We guarantee a safe, enjoyable and memorable Sonoran Desert experience.

Activity location

  • Gateway Trailhead - McDowell Sonoran Preserve
    • 18333 North Thompson Peak Parkway
    • 85255, Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Gateway Trailhead - McDowell Sonoran Preserve
    • 18333 North Thompson Peak Parkway
    • 85255, Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

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Scottsdale Desert Classic Guided Hiking Adventure
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h3h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 6:00am
Price details
$210.00 x 1 Adult$210.00
Total
Price is $210.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedSoda/Pop
  • What's includedWhat's includedSunscreen
  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedSnacks
  • What's includedWhat's includedCold beverages following the hiking adventure
  • What's includedWhat's includedBackpacks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Experience the all-time classic hiking adventure in the Sonoran Desert of Scottsdale, Arizona! This classic guided adventure hike covers a classic loop hike in the McDowell Mountains of Scottsdale, Arizona. A local, certified, professional guide from Mad Desert Trekking will greet you at the trailhead and hike with you on a hiking adventure on an amazing route through the Scottsdale’s vast McDowell Sonoran Preserve, the largest city-owned preserve in the world at more than 30,500 acres. Experience the energy of the Sonoran Desert and see its unique geological features, as well as native flora and fauna that are found only in the Sonoran Desert. Discover the wide open desert, canyons, washes and mountain ridges. Ascend the switchbacks for incredible views of the Scottsdale, Phoenix, Valley of the Sun and much more. Hike to a mountain saddle for a perfect view of the surrounding McDowell Mountain range and see the Sonoran Desert stretch out for more than 60 miles to the west. Adventure Details: Experience the energy of hiking through the Sonoran Desert, the most diverse desert in North America. We love this beautiful trail … and we know you will, too.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESGateway Trailhead - McDowell Sonoran Preserve
    • 18333 North Thompson Peak Parkway
    • 85255, Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEGateway Trailhead - McDowell Sonoran Preserve
    • 18333 North Thompson Peak Parkway
    • 85255, Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

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