Goat Camp Trail
Buckeye, Arizona
| Address: | ~Goat Camp Trail, Buckeye, AZ 85326, USA |
| GPS: |
33°34'7.8"N 112°30'19.8"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Arizona |
| Trail Length: | 16.00 miles |
| Trail Type: | Out & Back |
| Hike Difficulty: | Advanced |
| Elevation Gain: | 3097 feet |
Pet Friendly State Park
Hike and Mountain Bike
Goat Camp Trail is a well-liked mountain biking and hiking trail in White Tank Mountain Regional Park. This is a 16 mile out-and-back trail that is rated as advanced due to the length, as well as the 3,000+ elevation gain.
Goat Camp is your southernmost entry to White Tank Regional Park's backcountry. The trail is rocky, winding, and can be strenuous, however, the surrounding views make the trip well worth it. As you make your way up the mountain, desert scenery crosses your way; mesquite trees, wildflowers, cacti, and surrounding canyons. Once you make it towards the end of the trail, it becomes flatter, and more serene. Your ending point is the towers that are visible near the high point of the White Tanks, if you are able to make it to this point you get stunning views of the city and the entire valley.
Only take on this hike or ride if you are well-prepared. There are no water sources on the trail, so bring lots and lots of water, and protection from the sun, since shade sources are few.
There is a $6 vehicle entrance fee for the park.
More Information
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.
Read MoreBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
Read More
- 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 Buckeye, Arizona
- Head west on MC 85/E Monroe Ave toward S 5th StContinue to follow MC 85(2.4 mi)
- Turn right onto AZ-85 N/Phoenix Bypass Rte (3.7 mi)
- Keep right at the fork, follow signs for I-10 E/Phoenix and merge onto I-10 E (11.0 mi)
- Take exit 124 for State Hwy 303 Loop N (1.7 mi)
- Continue onto State Hwy 303 Loop N/Arizona State Rte 303 N (5.2 mi)
- Take the exit toward W Northern Ave (0.4 mi)
- Turn left onto W Northern Ave (0.6 mi)
- Turn right onto N Cotton Ln (1.0 mi)
- Turn left onto W Olive Ave (4.0 mi)
- Continue onto W White Tank Mountain Rd (0.6 mi)
- Turn left onto N Black Canyon DrDestination will be on the right(325 ft)
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