Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Riparian Hike

Join Ranger Derik on a morning hike through the park and learn about the many animals and plants call riparian habitat home. The hike will wind through open desert and through lush trees along the water ( if we have spring rain). The hike will follow the Dragonfly trail for 2 miles and gain about 150-200 ft of elevation gain. Please check the weather a day prior to the hike and plan accordingly. Hiking boots or sturdy trail runners are strongly encouraged, and hiking pole can be beneficial for those who have with difficulty on loose/ uneven trail. Bathrooms can be found in the park past the contact station but there is no water so please bring plenty with you. Meeting Map Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/KM48fEqsJWK77MJk7 MEETING LOCATION: Jewel of the Creek, Dragonfly Trailhead Limit 25 participants. To register, please call the Nature Center at 602-506-2930 ext.8 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 5/20 /2025.