Get Out & Hike
Compiled By Caitlin Coulter
Learn about hiking and safety while enjoying the beauty of the Sonoran Desert with a group on a guided hike. Registration is required on all listed hikes, unless otherwise noted. Always wear sturdy shoes, wear sun protection and bring plenty of water.
Photos by Andreas Schmalz
Cave Creek Regional Park
37019 N. Lava Lane, Cave Creek
602-506-2930, www.maricopacountyparks.net
$7/Vehicle
Saturday, Oct. 10
Bird Walk
7:30–8:45 a.m.
Learn to identify desert feathered friends out on the trails.
Saturday, Oct. 3
Morning Meander
8–10 a.m.
Take a short tour of several park trails with the ranger.
Wednesday, Oct. 21
Morning Meander
7–9 a.m.
Join the ranger for a morning jaunt to get the blood flowing.
Lake Pleasant Regional Park
41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Road, Morristown
602-506-2930, www.maricopacountyparks.net
$7/Vehicle
Friday, Oct. 2
Scorpion Safari
6:30–9 p.m.
Hunt for scorpions through the park as the sun sets and the stars peek out.
Thursday, Oct. 8
Morning Meander
8–9:30 a.m.
Take an early morning walk to watch for birds, lizards, snakes and small animals with the
park ranger.
Friday, Oct. 16
Pipeline Canyon Fitness Hike
6–8:30 p.m.
An evening fitness hike along the scenic Pipeline Canyon trail.
Wednesday, Oct. 28
Creatures of the Night
7–9 p.m.
Find all sorts of spooky things out on the trails with the park ranger
Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area
44000 N. Spur Cross Road, Cave Creek
602-506-2930, www.maricopacountyparks.net
$5/Person park entrance fee
Friday, Oct. 2
Plant Hike
7:30–9:30 a.m.
Take a short loop hike through the park to learn about the plant life found in the desert and creekside environments.
Thursday, Oct. 8
Creatures of the Night Hike
6–8 p.m.
Seek out nocturnal critters on a night hike.
Friday, Oct. 16
Full Moon Hike
7–9 p.m.
Check out Spur Cross under the light of the full moon.
Wednesday, Oct. 28
Desert 101 Walk
7:30–9:30 p.m.
Explore the plant and animal life along the creek on a leisurely walk.
