Are dogs allowed on Young Man Trail?

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

Do I need a permit to hike Young Man Trail?

No, Young Man Trail 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 Young Man Trail?

Young Man Trail is rated moderate. It is 4.0 miles long with 1,217 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.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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ModerateLoop

Arizona

Young Man Trail

Phoenix, Arizona

4.0 mi

Distance

1,217 ft

Elev. Gain

1h 50m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The non marked trail is called the Desert Classic Trail. Climb to the top, that's what it says. The west and the east are both called Scott's Ridge Trail. It can be made east or west from the top. It is possible to join the Old Man Trail or National Trail further west. You can either link into the trail east or to the trail south. If you have experience, you can follow all of these trails with ease. The Hike at night under a Full Moon was great. The traffic is not very busy until you go to the Marcos de Niza Trail.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.

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Elevation Profile

Min:408 ft

Max:670 ft

371 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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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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