Are dogs allowed on Arizona Canal?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Arizona Canal but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Arizona Canal?

No, Arizona Canal does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Arizona Canal?

Arizona Canal is rated easy. It is 8.5 miles long with 440 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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EasyOut and Back

Arizona

Arizona Canal

Phoenix, Arizona

8.5 mi

Distance

440 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 51m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Arizona Canal is a major canal in central Maricopa County that led to the founding of several communities, now among the wealthier neighborhoods of suburban Phoenix, constructed in the late 1880s. Flood irrigation of residential yards is still common in these neighborhoods, using a system of lateral waterways connected via gates to the canal itself. Like most Valley canals, its banks are popular with joggers and bicyclists. U.S. Bicycle Route 90 runs along the canal from Skunk Creek in Peoriato Maryland Avenue in Phoenix. The Maricopa Trail runs along the Arizona Canal from the Granite Reef Diversion Dam to the Scottsdale Nature Area at Indian Bend Wash; the Sun Circle Trail runs along the Arizona Canal for its entire length.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:366 ft

Max:377 ft

134 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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