South Mountain Park – Pima Canyon Trail
Located within the 16,000-acre South Mountain Park, Pima Canyon Trailhead is the access point for 8 hiking trails that traverse a wide range of desert topography. Trailhead markers are often just two letter designations that coincide with the broader trail name (PC standing for Pima Canyon, DC standing for Desert Classic, for example).
Every Sunday, South Mountain Park observes “Silent Sunday,” where the park’s main roadway will be closed to motor vehicle traffic at the one-mile mark into the park from 5 to 10 a.m. on the first, second, third and fifth Sunday; and from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. (park operating hours) on the fourth Sunday. During those times on those days, the park’s roadways are reserved for non-motorized activities such as walking, cycling, jogging, hiking, etc.
Site Information
Region: Phoenix and Central
County: Maricopa
Directions: Pima Canyon Trailhead address: 4800 E. Pima Canyon Rd.
Latitude: 33.362889
Longitude: -111.985528
Operational Hours: Other
Other Operational Hours: Entrance 5am-7pm, trail open until 11pm
Admission or Fees: None
Best time to visit: Best during spring and fall migration.
Habitats: Desert, Urban or Suburban park
Know Before You Go
Extended summer hours are in effect annually from June 1 through September 30 at Pima Canyon Trailhead. The trailhead parking lot entrance is open until 9 p.m.
Safety First! Arizona has many beautiful places to explore and we’d like to help you make it a safe and enjoyable experience. Check out our recommendations for hiking precautions.
Species Highlights
Speciality: Abert’s Towhee, Gilded Flicker
Charismatic: Lesser Goldfinch, Loggerhead Shrike, White-winged Dove
Contact Information
Parks and Recreation Department
City of Phoenix
200 W Washington Street
Phoenix, AZ 85003
Phone: 602-262-6862
Website: https://www.phoenix.gov/parks
Email: receptionist.pks@phoenix.gov
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L1744163
