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MARICOPA TRAIL - Segments 8, 9 and 35 Temporarily Closed
MARICOPA TRAIL - Segment 27 Temporarily Closed
CAVE CREEKS - Nature Center and Trailhead Restrooms temporarily closed due to a water leak
LAKE PLEASANT: Pipeline Trailhead temporarily closed November 10, 2026 - March 10, 2027
MARICOPA TRAIL - Temporary construction at Skunk Creek Crossing
PARADISE VALLEY GOLF COURSE Temporary Closing
WHITE TANK: Trailhead Staging Closed 4/13/26 - 11/08/26
 
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Nov 5

Running Event at MMRP 11.5.26

McDowell Mountain will be hosting a running event on November 5th – 7th. The Competitive Track and 4 Peaks Trailhead will be closed to the general public for this event. ...More details
Nov 6

Cave Creek - Seed Toss Event

It is time to toss our seed pellets! Join us! ...More details
Nov 6

Horseback Ride to Claymine Tour

Join Rangers Kevin, Jacque, and Eric on horseback for a scenic ride and mine tour featuring a fascinating glimpse into Arizona's past. Must be 6+ and able to mount/dismount independently. Registration required. Click program title for more details. ...More details
Nov 6

Discovery Station

Discovery Station: 100 Miles in 100 Days Challenge - Looking for a challenge? Look no further. Ranger Kevin has all the details about the annual hiking, running, biking and horseback riding challenge presented by Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department. Click program title for more details. ...More details
Nov 6

Discovery Station - Explore your Maricopa County Parks Trails

Learn about what each of the Maricopa County Parks have to offer and get your questions answered with Ranger Eric. Click on program title for more details. ...More details
Nov 7

Fitness Hike

Fitness Hike: 100 Miles in 100 Days **DIFFICULT** (Registration Required, Limit 10 Participants) - Join Ranger Kevin for a challenging fitness hike amidst the amazing vistas and incredible scenery of Spur Cross and Elephant Mountain. Click program title for more details. ...More details
Nov 7

Spur Cross - Seed Toss Event

It is time to toss our seed pellets! Join us! ...More details
Nov 7

Guided Bird Walk (Registration Required, Limit 10 Participants)

Join docent Anne Leight for a walk around the preserve to look for and learn about birds. Click on program title for more details. ...More details
Nov 7

Plant Hike - Registration Required, Limit 20 Participants

Learn about plants of the Sonoran Desert with Ranger Eric on this short hike. Click on program title for more details. ...More details
Nov 7

Introduction to Archery

Join Rangers Nikki and Olivia to learn the fundamentals of Target Archery in a safe and fun outdoor environment. For registration and more details, click the program title. ...More details

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