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    Massacre grounds Trail

    4.9 (8 reviews)

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    Andrea W.

    I came here to run / hike on a Saturday morning around 11:30AM, and when I arrived, the parking lot was pretty full but still had spots. The map at the head of the trail was helpful, and the hike itself was very scenic. Lots of people though, and the trail is pretty narrow and rocky at some parts. The view there and the view back were both great, and it's not very steep. The waterfall is (obviously) not there at the moment but I could see the impact it made on the rocks. Near the end there were some burn marks from the fire, clearly visible. Good trail though, unshaded as usual in AZ.

    E Z.

    Beautiful trail! The scenery is outstanding. Took me four hours to get to the waterfall and back down with my three dogs. You have got to make sure you got plenty of water with you as you will be on the trail for a long time. There is a lot of steep gravel. I slipped many times. Good shoes is a must.

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    This is an awesome trail and well worth the hike! Nice views! Not too difficult! I'm 74 and managed it just fine!

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    Hieroglyphic Trail Hoa

    Hieroglyphic Trail Hoa

    4.6(65 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    If you're looking for a great hike in the Superstition Mountains, Hieroglyphic Trail is absolutely…read moreworth checking out. The scenery is incredible and the petroglyphs at the end make the hike feel especially rewarding. A few things to know before you go: the parking lot is pretty small and fills up fast, so getting there early is definitely recommended. Otherwise, you may end up waiting for someone to leave. I also wouldn't risk parking in a no-parking zone because I've heard they tow pretty regularly. The trail description says it's "a 1.5 mile trail that climbs a gentle slope covered with many cacti then enters the lower end of a boulder-filled canyon, ending at a rocky section where pools persist for much of the year," and that's mostly accurate. There are some sections before the canyon where you'll need to scramble over larger rocks, but overall it's manageable for most hikers. Once you reach the canyon and the petroglyph area, the terrain becomes steeper with much larger boulders. There's also a small streambed with several pools of water, which was a nice surprise. The petroglyphs themselves are amazing and can be found on both sides of the canyon. You can get fairly close to several of them, which makes the experience even better. Bring plenty of water because most of the trail is fully exposed to the sun during the day. Once you reach the petroglyphs it's a great spot to sit, rest, and recharge There is shade inside the canyon, although when we arrived most of the shady spots were already occupied by other hikers. Overall, this is a fantastic beginner-to-intermediate trail with spectacular views, unique scenery, and a rewarding destination at the end. Definitely one of my favorite hikes in the area.

    Such a beautiful hike ! Absolutely bring water. Saw some lizards along the way and beautiful cacti…read more The trail is well taken care of. As always remember to pack out what you pack in.

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    Wave Cave

    Wave Cave

    4.4(56 reviews)
    3.1 mi

    worth it for sure only negative if there is one is the fact…read morethat it's out on the north east side of town and a solid drive from the west side of town, which has nothing to do with the actual hike the cave is pretty cool

    Very popular Trail due to social media. It's within the Tonto National Wilderness area and so…read moreguidelines should be followed for the wilderness. The parking lot that had been used became so overcrowded that the forest service closed it March 2026. A large parking lot is located not too far from the Peralta Trailhead. This is the Lost Goldmine East Trailhead. A permit is not required to park or to hike this area. If you need a bathroom you need to follow the road to the end to the Peralta Trailhead. The trail follows along at the beginning of the hike on the Lost Goldmine Trail. Less than 1/2 mile you'll see a fence opening to the right. This is the beginning of the Carney Springs trail and will lead up to the Wave Cave. The Wave Cave section veers off to the left and the main trail will continue up to the Superstition Ridgeline. If you miss the fence opening you will continue hiking approximately 4 miles to the next parking lot, which is for the Lost Goldmine Trail and is the same parking lot for the Hieroglyphic Trail. The wave cave is a beautiful place for picture taking and it can get very crowded on weekends. So plan your trip to go early, making sure you have good hiking shoes, hat, and plenty of water.

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    Pass Mountain Loop Trail - Pass Mountain

    Pass Mountain Loop Trail

    4.6(9 reviews)
    9.2 mi

    I came here on a Saturday morning to run, and I arrived at the parking lot at 10:15AM. Note that…read moresince this is inside Usery Mountain Regional Park, there's a $7 per motor vehicle. The parking lot was entirely full and street parking was pretty full too, but luckily I snagged a spot right at the trailhead as a car left. I went clockwise on the trail, and the map at the beginning says this trail is 7.5 miles (but actually if I add up the mileage on the map, it's 7.6 miles). The views before going down were good but once I went to the back of the mountain, the views weren't very good. Completely unshaded, most people are going counterclockwise so I ran into a lot of hikers, a few bikes, and even a horseback rider and his horse. Some parts of the path are a bit rockier than the others, but all manageable for running.

    I spend much of my time on this trail running, especially if I want something that provides a lot…read moreof varied terrain and isn't too crowded. Wind Cave is an awesome workout, but it is typically a lot more crowded. A good portion of the trail is runnable, which is nice. For a moderate running pace, two hours should be fine. In talking to people on the trail, it seems that hikers typically plan 3.5-4 hours to do the whole thing. Maybe longer if you stop at the saddle to have a snack and enjoy the views for a bit. Speaking of that, there are several places to stop and enjoy the views, especially on the backside of the mountain, and it is really beautiful when the desert blooms. I was out here a few years ago when we got snow on January 1, and that was pretty cool to see. These days, I mostly see hikers, although there are some adventurous mountain bikers -- there is an interesting climb (or descent, depending on your chosen direction) just before/after the saddle. I've seen people carrying their bikes on that one. I think tackling this trail clockwise on a bike might be best, although I typically run it counterclockwise to get the rougher parts of the trail out of the way first. The trail is pretty rocky in spots between Blevins and the saddle. It is good to note that you can jump on this trail either from the Wind Cave or Blevins (Trailhead Staging Area) parking areas, but the marked trailhead is at the Blevins parking lot. There is nowhere to get water, except at the Wind Cave trailhead, which, depending on where you park, could be your start/end point. It is best to bring all that you'll need, especially in the summer. This is a loop trail, but there are really no shortcuts out of the trail, so you either plan to do the whole thing or pick a spot to turn around when you're halfway done with hiking. (The trail does connect to the Cat Peaks trail about a mile from the Blevins trailhead, and forks off to connect with the Arizona Trail, but once you're really into the trail, there are much fewer options.) As for shade, the only real shade is provided during certain parts of the year and times of day at the saddle. There are some trees and, if you can crouch in the shadow of some rock formations, you can find a little. Beyond that, it is pretty sparse. I suggest starting early in the morning. Keep an eye out for wildlife. I have scared several deer and jackrabbits in addition to the usual lizards, squirrels and occasional rattlesnake. There is a $6 fee to enter the park by car ($2 if you bike, walk, or run in) and the Maricopa County Parks pass is good here.

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    Massacre grounds Trail - hiking - Updated May 2026

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