Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area is located approximately 35 miles north of central Phoenix. The area offers over seven miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. A scenic, but difficult trail, is Elephant Mountain. Designated for hikers and equastrians, this trail leads visitors to the adjacent Tonto National Forest. Hikers can also take a short, easy hike on Towhee or Metate Trail. The park is open Sun-Thu: 6am-8pm and Fri-Sat: 6am-10pm, 365 days a year.