Brown’s Mountain Summit Fitness Hike at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead This difficult hike climbs to the Summit of Brown’s Mountain and returns via the west side and Upper Ranch Trail. Elevation of 600 feet to the summit. Experienced hikers only. Location: Brown's Ranch Trailhead - 30301 North Alma School Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Difficult

Fraesfield North to Balanced Rock Fitness Hike at Fraesfield Trailhead This difficult hike has a moderate rocky uphill portion on the north side of Fraesfield Mountain, but the remainder of the hike covers relatively flat terrain. Experienced hikers suggested. Location: Fraesfield Trailhead - 13400 East Rio Verde Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Difficult Distance:

Hawknest, Basalt, Cone Mountain, Latigo Trails Fitness Hike at Pima Dynamite Trailhead This very difficult hike, due to its length and time, covers some rolling hills for experienced hikers. Explore these impressive trails with nice views and granite formations. Location: Pima Dynamite Trailhead - 28777 North Pima Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Very Difficult

Vaquero, Whiskey Bottle & Latigo Fitness Hike at Brown's Ranch Trailhead This hike on three picturesque trails will take you to a crested saguaro and then continue through a diverse landscape. Location: Brown’s Ranch Trailhead – 30301 North Alma School Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Intermediate Distance: ~5 miles Time: ~2.5 hours Bathrooms are

Granite Mountain to Hawknest Trail Fitness Hike This difficult hike will travel from the trailhead to the Preserve’s border with the Tonto National Forest and back. Experienced hikers suggested. Location: Granite Mountain Trailhead - 31402 North 136th Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill Level: Difficult Distance: ~10.6 miles Time: ~4.5 hours Bathrooms are available at the

Women's Fitness Hike at Brown's Ranch Trailhead Join us for a hike to Cathedral Rock where we will discuss early inhabitant women and how they may have spent their time in this lovely place. We will also discuss hiking safety tips and ways to make hiking more enjoyable. This hike is perfect for those who

Tom’s Thumb Trailhead to Lookout Mt. Fitness Hike This difficult hike has a steep trail with amazing rock formations. 1,200 ft. elevation gain. This is for experienced hikers. Location: Tom's Thumb Trailhead - 23015 North 128th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, 85255 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~5.8 miles Time: ~3.5 hours Bathrooms are available at the trailheads.

More Pie Please Fitness Hike at Lost Dog Wash Trailhead Join us on this hike to burn off some calories with family and friends. You won’t feel a bit guilty about having that second piece of pie! Location: Lost Dog Wash Trailhead - 12601 North 124th Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85259 Skill level: Moderate Distance: ~2.5

High Desert, Broken Spoke, Hawknest Trails Fitness Hike at Brown's Ranch Trailhead This difficult hike will allow you to explore some of the remote trails in the northwest area of the Preserve. Experienced hikers suggested. Location: Brown’s Ranch Trailhead – 30301 North Alma School Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~7.9 miles Time:

Gateway to TT9 Overlook Fitness Hike at Gateway Trailhead This difficult hike takes us to the seldom visited vistas west of Tom’s Thumb that makes you think you are in the Grand Canyon. A climb of 2,100 ft. Location: Gateway Trailhead – 18333 North Thompson Peak Parkway, Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~9.6

Vaquero, Whiskey Bottle & Latigo Fitness Hike at Brown's Ranch Trailhead This hike on three picturesque trails will take you to a crested saguaro and then continue through a diverse landscape. Location: Brown’s Ranch Trailhead – 30301 North Alma School Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Moderate Distance: ~5 miles Time: ~2.5 hours Bathrooms and

Gateway Trailhead to “Silver” Bell Pass Fitness Hike at Gateway Trailhead Celebrate the coming New Year on this difficult but rewarding hike! The views along this challenging path will make the miles go faster. Elevation gain of 1,500 ft. Experienced hikers suggested. Location: Gateway Trailhead – 18333 North Thompson Peak Parkway, Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Skill

Tom’s Thumb Long Loop Fitness Hike at Tom's Thumb Trailhead This difficult hike explores the rugged and scenic views of the Preserve. We will go up Tom’s Thumb to East End and return via the McDowell Regional Park. Over 1,500 ft elevation change. Experienced hikers suggested. Location: Tom's Thumb Trailhead - 23015 North 128th Street,

Marcus Landslide Fitness Hike at Tom's Thumb Trailhead Visit the Marcus Landslide geological site, second largest landslide in Arizona. Elevation gain is 400 ft. Location: Tom’s Thumb Trailhead - 23015 N 128th St, Scottsdale, AZ, 85255 Skill level: Moderate Distance: ~4 miles Time: ~2.5 hours Difficulty of hikes vary. Please choose hikes that match your

Brown’s Mountain, Cone Mountain, Latigo Loop Fitness Hike at Brown's Ranch Trailhead This hike is around Brown’s Mountain and Cone Mountain, travelling on Upper Ranch, Wrangler, Brown’s Mountain, Cone Mountain, and finally the scenic Latigo Trail. Location: Brown’s Ranch Trailhead - 30301 N. Alma School Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~6.3 miles

Bootlegger and Coyote Canyon Fitness Hike at Granite Mountain Trailhead Come and explore the more remote part of the Preserve via Bootlegger, Granite Mountain Loop, Coyote Canyon, Renegade, and 136th St. Express trails. Location: Granite Mountain Trailhead - 31402 N. 136th St., Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~6.8 miles Time: ~3.5 hours Bathrooms

Cathedral Rock, Amphitheater, Cholla Loop Fitness Hike at Brown's Ranch Trailhead This hike will take us to several of the iconic granite formations in the Preserve. Experienced hikers suggested. Location: Brown’s Ranch Trailhead - 30301 N. Alma School Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Difficult Distance: ~7 miles Time: ~3.5-4 hours Bathrooms are available at

Latigo, Scorpion, Snake Eyes, Dare A Sarah Trails Fitness Hike at Pima Dynamite Trailhead This hike winds through many boulder formations in the northwest Preserve in an area mostly seen only by mountain bikers. Let your imagination run wild as you visualize familiar shapes in the formations. Although the terrain is rolling, the trails occasionally

East End Fitness Hike at Tom's Thumb Trailhead This hike takes us up Tom’s Thumb Trail and down the steep East End Trail with its switchbacks and beautiful views. Then returns via the same trails, with climbs of over 2,200 ft. This hike is not easy, but it is worth it. Experienced hikers suggested. Location: