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Arizona
1.0 mi
Distance
277 ft
Gain
28 min
Time
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Bajada Wash Trail
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Bajada Wash Trail is a short out-and-back hike in Arizona that follows a scenic wash through desert terrain. This easy trail is perfect for a quick morning walk or family outing, offering a chance to explore the natural wash environment and observe desert flora and fauna.

Signal Hill (West District)
~2 min drive
Signal Hill is a popular multi-use area along the Bajada Loop Drive in Saguaro National Park's west district. This is a popular destination, as it is the best place to see petroglyphs within the park. There are trails that start from this destination, as well as a picnic area.…
Hugh Norris Big Loop
~1 min drive
6.8 mi · Hard
Valley View Trail
~1 min drive
0.8 mi · Easy

Javelina Wash Trail
~2 min drive
A 600-yard loop trail through the wash behind the Red Hills Visitor Center, looping through the wash from one end of the building to the other. Flat, but sandy and rocky, with stairs at either end. Follow the self-guided "Signs of Life in the Desert" tour under Self-Guided To…
King Canyon / Gould Mine Loop
~5 min drive
15 mi · Hard
Sus Picnic Area (West District)
~0 min drive
This is the closest picnic area to the Red Hills Visitor Center in the west district of Saguaro National Park. It is along the Bajada Loop Drive.
Golden Gate Mountain Loop
~11 min drive
15 mi · Hard
Hugh Norris Trail
~1 min drive
Steady out-and-back climb with panoramic desert and mountain views.
Desert Discovery Trail
~1 min drive
The Desert Discovery Trail is an easy, paved, accessible, 0.5 mile (0.8 km) trail in Saguaro National Park's west district. The trailhead is located along Kinney Road, 1 mile (1.6 km) northwest from the Red Hills Visitor Center. Interpretive signage along the trail provides a…
Wild Dog Trail
~2 min drive
Easy 0.9-mile out-and-back desert hike in Arizona.