MELLOW: Pre-Season hike in San Tan Mtn Regional Park!

Get a jump on the season with this short hike close to home! This is a 3.1 mile out-and-back on the San Tan Trail. About 50% flat, 50% gentle up and down. 226 AEG. Great view from the turn-around point. Limber up those joints and reconnect with friends after the long summer! This is also a great hike for newcomers trying out the club for the first time.

Rest rooms and water are available at the trailhead. Back pack, water, hat, hiking shoes are necessary. Trekking poles and snack are optional for this short, easy hike. Newcomers: please call Alison G at 480 329-4035 prior to the hike for orientation.

Meet in the Cottonwood parking lot at 7:30 am for a 7:45 am departure.

Directions: Type San Tan Mountain Regional Park into your GPS or follow these instructions: From Cottonwood, turn right on Riggs Rd and go 13 miles to Ellsworth Rd. Right on Ellsworth. Follow Ellsworth 2.4 miles to Thompson Rd. Right on Thompson. Follow Thompson 1.1 mile to W. Phillips Rd.
Right on W Phillips into parking lot.

Drivers' compensation: $3.00 per person plus a share of the $10.00 park entrance fee.

Optional lunch at Caldwell County Barbcue.