Scarlett Canyon
Phoenix, Arizona
| Address: | ~2001-2027 E Rose Garden Ln, Phoenix, AZ 85024, USA |
| GPS: |
33°40'35.9"N 112°2'18.2"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Arizona |
| Trail Length: | 3.00 miles |
| Trail Type: | Loop |
| Hike Difficulty: | Beginner |
| Elevation Gain: | 715 feet |
Pet Friendly
Hike, Horseback, Mountain Bike, and Rock Climb
Scarlett Canyon trail (not officially named) is an unmarked trail adjacent to the Scarlett Canyon residential neighborhood. This is a 3 mile loop trail considered to be easy to moderate.
There is no official trail, so it's up to you how much you want to hike and explore. The easiest route is going around the base of the mountain. To make the trip more difficult, you can scale or summit the mountain which requires going up and down rocky, loose gravel, so be sure to wear adequate footwear. Dogs are allowed on the trail, however, because this area isn't maintained by any organization, other visitors have reported broken glass on the trail.
As you go around the mountain, you get very different views depending where you are. On the north side of the mountain you will run into an old mine that is fenced off. This to believed to be the Union Mine; this side of the mountain is quiet and isolated. Once you get to the west side, you can see the residential neighborhood, that takes you back to a suburban atmosphere.
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 Phoenix, Arizona
- Head west on W Washington St toward 1st Ave (0.5 mi)
- Turn right onto N 7th Ave (0.2 mi)
- Continue straight to stay on N 7th Ave (0.6 mi)
- Turn right to merge onto I-10 E toward Tucson (2.3 mi)
- Take exit 147A-147B for AZ-51 N (0.6 mi)
- Continue onto AZ-51 N (14.9 mi)
- Take exit 15B on the left for AZ-101 Loop W (0.3 mi)
- Keep left, follow signs for Arizona Loop 101 and merge onto AZ-101 Loop W (1.4 mi)
- Take exit 28 for Cave Creek Rd (0.4 mi)
- Turn right onto N Cave Creek Rd (0.3 mi)
- Turn left onto E Rose Garden LnDestination will be on the left(0.4 mi)
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