Phoenix, AZ: Valley of the Sun Chapter, Apache Wash Trail Hike

Apache Wash is part of the City of Phoenix Sonoran Preserve and is located in North Phoenix.
Moderate 6 mile hike with approx. 750 feet elevation

Starting from the Apache Wash Trailhead, we’ll head NE along the Sidewinder Trail loop. Following it along a few turns we’ll reach the intersection with the Apache Vista Trail. We will take a left onto the Apache Vista Trail for a short hike up to the Apache Vista Summit. After enjoying the view from the summit for a bit, we will backtrack along Apache Vista Trail to the Sidewinder Trail. Head Westward (left) on Sidewinder Trail loop until reaching the Ridgeback Trail. Go southeast on Ridgeback Trail to the Ridgeback Summit, and enjoy the view there. Continue along the Ridgeback Trail until you intersect the Ocotillo Trail. Travel east on Ocotillo Trail to return to the Apache Wash Trailhead. See the maps for details.

NOTE: Should you need to return to the Trailhead from Apache Vista Summit, after a few 100 feet along Sidewinder turn South (left) onto Apache Wash trail. Follow it to Ocotillo Trail where you make a left and it will take you back to the Trailhead.
FACILITIES: Toilets, NO WATER.

BRING: Sturdy walking shoes, recommended 2 Liters of water, a hat, leave-no-trace toilet kit, sunglasses, sunscreen, snacks/lunch if desired. Walking sticks are recommended.