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