Waddell, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, White Tanks Mesquite Canyon hike
Oct 04, 2025 7:00AM—10:00AM
Location
Ramada Way #7, 20304 West White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, AZ 85355 WHITE TANK MOUNTAIN REGIONAL PARK, 20304 White Tank Mountain Rd, Waddell, AZ From 303 - Go WEST on NORTHERN AVE NORTH on COTTON LANE to Olive Ave WEST on OLIVE AVE which turns into WHITE TANK MOUNTAIN RD PAY $7 ENTRANCE FEE (or show Maricopa County annual pass) CONTINUE ~ 2 MILES LEFT on WATERFALL CANYON ROAD for 1 mile LEFT at RAMADA WAY
Cost $7 entry fee
Event Contact Brent Price | Email
Categories Valley of the Sun (Phoenix)
Hike: 8.5 miles (Terrain is Moderate difficulty but any 9 mile hike can be Difficult)
Elevation Gain: ~1400 ft
This is a balloon shaped hike. From the Ramada Way (#7 on map), we will start on Mesquite Canyon, then connect to Willow Canyon to Ford Canyon until it connects with Mesquite Canyon, which will take the group back to the trailhead. If the group would like to add a mile, we can extend the Ford Canyon section for some awesome views of the Valley from there.
The terrain is as diverse as that on the Camino. There are beautiful views of the Valley at times, as well as interior valleys and topography of the canyon. It is likely to become a favorite and so peaceful when you get into the interior sections of the park. Poles are recommended for a rocky descent. This beautiful hike is appropriate for those used to hiking 8.5 miles over rocky desert terrain with steep sections or continuous elevation gain.