Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Desert 101 Hike

Join Ranger Eric on a 2-mile roundtrip hike along the Cottonwood Trail, as we learn about the plants, animals, and ecology of the Sonoran Desert. The hike is rated as easy, with some rocky and uneven surfaces, and gradual inclines and declines. Please dress in layers, wear protective clothing or sunblock for sun exposure, wear sturdy footwear, and carry ample water, electrolytes, and snacks for yourself. Restrooms are located at the trailhead. MEETING LOCATION: We will meet at the Cottonwood Trailhead accessed from the North Entrance. If the parking lot by the restrooms is full, you can park in the picnic area parking nearby. See park map here: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/assets/1/6/lake-pleasant-8x111.pdf. A more detailed map of the Cottonwood Trail can be seen here: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/assets/1/6/lake-pleasant-8x11- trails-north-south.pdf Limit 15 participants. To register, please email Ranger Eric at eric.hough@maricopa.gov with your name, phone number, and number of people in your party. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please email back ASAP so those on the waiting list may be contacted. Registration closes on Tuesday, 2/25.