Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Fitness Hike

Join Ranger Nikki on a moderately-paced hike to get a workout and enjoy sights of the Sonoran Desert. Click program title for more details. Enjoy views of cacti, birds, mountain ridges and more while getting a cardio boost on this fitness hike with Ranger Nikki. The route uses Toothaker and Coldwater Trails to make a loop that is just over 7 miles long. The terrain varies from mostly level ground to uneven with small to medium rocks underfoot. Toothaker has a total elevation change of 344 feet throughout. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring snacks (salty and sweet) and plenty of water (recommended 3 liters plus a source of electrolytes). For those of you participating in the annual Maricopa County Parks 100 Miles in 100 Days Challenge, this is a great way to earn miles towards your goal! The Challenge runs November 1, 2024 – February 8, 2025. For details on the program please visit: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/things-to-do/activity/100-miles-in-100-days-challenge/ MEETING LOCATION: Rainbow Valley Trailhead / Arena Staging Area Map of Meeting Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/aReW5qyTKkrSK5UT8 Limit 20 participants. To register, please call the Estrella Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. 6 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. Registration for this program will close on 12/2/24.