Cottonwood Creek
1.8 mi
Distance
367 ft
Elev. Gain
48m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Cottonwood Creek is a point-to-point trail in Maricopa County, Arizona. It is 1.8 miles long and gains 367 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Arizona State Parks & Trails, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Cave Creek, Arizona, about 7 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,043 ft |
| High point | 1.4 mi | 1,151 ft |
| End | 1.8 mi | 1,135 ft |
Trail Details
Horse access: Arizona State Parks & Trails, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Cave Creek, AZ · about 7 mi away
- County:
- Maricopa County, AZ
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Imported route
Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail
N Seven Springs Road - Dispersed Site
1.2 mi awayTonto National Forest
Scottsdale, AZ
Dispersed
Civilian Conservation Corps Campground
1.2 mi awayScottsdale, AZ
Pricing varies — check with the operator
Juniper Dispersed Camping Area
1.4 mi awayScottsdale, AZ
Pricing varies — check with the operatorDispersed
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