Thompsons Peak
Fountain Hills, Arizona
| Address: | ~14432-14448 Mountain Parkway, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268, USA |
| GPS: |
33°38'9.7"N 111°46'7.4"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Arizona |
| Trail Length: | 7.20 miles |
| Elevation Gain: | 1828.00 feet |
| Hike Difficulty: | Intermediate |
| Trail Type: | Out & Back |
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Add ResourceBe 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 Fountain Hills, Arizona
- Head northwest on E El Lago Blvd toward N Crystal Hills Dr (0.3 mi)
- Turn right onto N Fountain Hills Blvd (0.4 mi)
- Turn left onto E Palisades Blvd (0.5 mi)
- Turn right onto E Golden Eagle Blvd (2.9 mi)
- Turn rightDestination will be on the right(33 ft)
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