Granite Mountain Trailhead

31402 N. 136th St., Scottsdale, AZ 85262

Educational Displays

Dramatic Rock Formations

Amazing Wildflowers

Directions

From Pima north to Dynamite, right (east) on Dynamite, about 6 miles to 136th Street, left (north) on 136th about 2 miles to Lone Mountain (where the power lines cross over 136th), turn left (west) into access area.

Overview

This trailhead provides access to pristine areas in the Preserve’s northern region around Granite Mountain. Ample parking is available as well as an equestrian staging area. There is no water.

Landscape

Wide variety of trails for Hiking, Biking and Equestrians. Crushed granite terrain with dramatic rock formations and amazing saguaro fields.

Amenities

Car and horse trailer parking, restrooms, shade ramada, interpretive and orientation signs, no drinking water

Popular Trails

See the Other Trailheads

Other Popular Hikes and Trails

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15300 N 90th Street, Suite 400

Scottsdale, AZ 85260

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Granite Mountain Trailhead

31402 N. 136th St., Scottsdale, AZ 85262

Educational Displays

Dramatic Rock Formations

Amazing Wildflowers

Directions

From Pima north to Dynamite, right (east) on Dynamite, about 6 miles to 136th Street, left (north) on 136th about 2 miles to Lone Mountain (where the power lines cross over 136th), turn left (west) into access area.

Overview

This trailhead provides access to pristine areas in the Preserve’s northern region around Granite Mountain. Ample parking is available as well as an equestrian staging area. There is no water.

Landscape

Wide variety of trails for Hiking, Biking and Equestrians. Crushed granite terrain with dramatic rock formations and amazing saguaro fields.

Amenities

Car and horse trailer parking, restrooms, shade ramada, interpretive and orientation signs, no drinking water

Popular Trails

Long Loop Hike

Scenic Hike

See the Other Trailheads

Granite Mountain Trailhead

Fraesfield Trailhead

Tom's Thumb Trailhead

Brown's Ranch Trailhead

Pima Dynamite Trailhead

Gateway Trailhead

Lost Dog Wash Trailhead

Sunrise Trailhead

Other Popular Hikes and Trails

Download Trail Maps

Donate

Support the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy

The threats to our natural world have never been greater. It is only with the support of donors like you that we can protect the Sonoran Desert for future generations.

Contact Us

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