Apache Wash Sidewinder Loop Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
| Address: | ~Paseo Pathway, Phoenix, AZ 85085, USA |
| GPS: |
33°45'50.5"N 112°2'57.5"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Arizona |
| Trail Length: | 3.40 miles |
| Elevation Gain: | 259.00 feet |
| Hike Difficulty: | Intermediate |
| Trail Type: | Loop |
Pet Friendly
Horseback and Mountain Bike
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Add ResourceNever modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Phoenix, Arizona
- Head west on W Washington St toward 1st Ave (1.2 mi)
- Continue onto W Adams St (0.8 mi)
- Turn right onto N Black Canyon Hwy (75 ft)
- Take the ramp on the left onto I-17 N/US-60 WContinue to follow I-17 N(22.2 mi)
- Take exit 222 for Dove Valley Rd (1.1 mi)
- Turn right onto W Dove Valley Rd (5.1 mi)
- Continue onto E Sonoran Desert Dr (499 ft)
- Turn leftDestination will be on the right(180 ft)
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