Horse Mesa Dam
5.7 mi
Distance
240 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 1m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Horse Mesa Dam is a point-to-point trail in Maricopa County, Arizona. It is 5.7 miles long and gains 240 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Arizona State Parks & Trails, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Gold Canyon, Arizona, about 12 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 | 863 ft |
| High point | 0.3 mi | 873 ft |
| End | 5.7 mi | 516 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and 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
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Gold Canyon, AZ · about 12 mi away
- County:
- Maricopa County, AZ
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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