Tortoise and Hilltop Trails
Fort McDowell, Arizona
| Address: | ~Tortoise Trail, Fort McDowell, AZ 85264, USA |
| GPS: |
33°41'35.5"N 111°43'44.5"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Arizona |
| Trail Length: | 2.00 miles |
| Elevation Gain: | 173.00 feet |
| Hike Difficulty: | Beginner |
| Trail Type: | Out & Back |
Pet Friendly
Hike
Be on the lookout for wildlife like jackrabbits and lizards on the initial stretch of trail (Tortoise Trail) and for mountain bikers as this trail joins the Pemberton Trail for a bit as it crosses a parking area. Head across the parking area and climb the hill to the hiker-only Hilltop Trail loop. Courtesy of AllTrails.com
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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 Fort McDowell, Arizona
- Head west on Ba Hon Nah Rd toward N Ft McDowell Rd (72 ft)
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto N Ft McDowell Rd (1.1 mi)
- Turn right onto E Yavapai Rd (1.2 mi)
- Continue onto E San Marcus Dr (390 ft)
- Turn right onto N El Pueblo Blvd (1.2 mi)
- Turn right onto N Fountain Hills Blvd (0.3 mi)
- Continue onto E McDowell Mountain Rd (3.6 mi)
- Turn left onto McDowell Mountain Park DrDestination will be on the right(2.8 mi)
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