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Arizona
0.8 mi
Distance
35 ft
Gain
17 min
Time
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Inside Saguaro National Park
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Valley View Trail
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Valley View Trail is a short out-and-back hike located in Arizona, managed by the National Park Service. Covering 0.8 miles with only 35 feet of elevation gain, this is an accessible trail suitable for hikers of varying abilities, including families with younger children and those seeking a leisurely walk. The minimal elevation change makes Valley View Trail an ideal choice for a quick outing or warm-up hike. Its brief distance allows visitors to complete the trail in under an hour, making it perfect for those with limited time or as part of a larger outdoor itinerary in the region. Being maintained by the National Park Service, the trail benefits from professional upkeep and management. As an out-and-back route, hikers will retrace their steps on the return journey, making navigation straightforward. Valley View Trail offers an opportunity to explore Arizona's landscape without requiring significant physical exertion or time commitment. The trail's easy accessibility and short duration make it a practical addition to any Arizona hiking plan.
Signal Hill (West District)
~2 min drive
Signal Hill is a popular multi-use area along the Bajada Loop Drive in Saguaro National Park's west district. This is a popular destination, as it is the best place to see petroglyphs within the park. There are trails that start from this destination, as well as a picnic area.…
Hugh Norris Big Loop
~1 min drive
6.8 mi · Hard
Javelina Wash Trail
~3 min drive
A 600-yard loop trail through the wash behind the Red Hills Visitor Center, looping through the wash from one end of the building to the other. Flat, but sandy and rocky, with stairs at either end. Follow the self-guided "Signs of Life in the Desert" tour under Self-Guided To…
King Canyon / Gould Mine Loop
~5 min drive
15 mi · Hard
Hugh Norris Trail
~1 min drive
Steady out-and-back climb with panoramic desert and mountain views.
Golden Gate Mountain Loop
~11 min drive
15 mi · Hard
Wild Dog Trail
~1 min drive
Easy 0.9-mile out-and-back desert hike in Arizona.
Bajada Wash Trail
~1 min drive
Easy 1-mile out-and-back wash hike in Arizona.
Sus Picnic Area (West District)
~1 min drive
This is the closest picnic area to the Red Hills Visitor Center in the west district of Saguaro National Park. It is along the Bajada Loop Drive.
Desert Discovery Trail
~2 min drive
The Desert Discovery Trail is an easy, paved, accessible, 0.5 mile (0.8 km) trail in Saguaro National Park's west district. The trailhead is located along Kinney Road, 1 mile (1.6 km) northwest from the Red Hills Visitor Center. Interpretive signage along the trail provides a…