Papago to Tempe Town Lake
Phoenix, Arizona
| Address: | ~1301 N 52nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85008, USA |
| GPS: |
33°27'41.5"N 111°58'4.4"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Arizona |
| Trail Length: | 12.50 miles |
| Trail Type: | Loop |
| Hike Difficulty: | Beginner |
| Elevation Gain: | 433 feet |
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There are many paths that interconnect within Papago park and the nearby Tempe Town Lake. Any of these in combination provide a good walk or bike riding experience with a variety of views. Papago Park offers many desert scenes within its expanse, and Tempe Town Lake offers a lovely waterfront.
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Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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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 (0.5 mi)
- Turn right onto N 7th Ave (0.8 mi)
- Turn right to merge onto I-10 E toward Tucson (2.3 mi)
- Take exit 147A-147B for AZ-202 Loop E (0.4 mi)
- Keep left to continue toward AZ-202 Loop E (0.3 mi)
- Continue onto AZ-202 Loop E (3.2 mi)
- Take exit 4 for 52nd St toward Van Buren St (0.4 mi)
- Turn left onto N 52nd St (0.5 mi)
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