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150th Street Trail Spur

Phoenix, AZ · Maricopa County · 1.5 mi · Point to point

A flat 1.5-mile point to point. Partial shade (98% coverage); best in the morning or evening during summer.

Dogs allowedAllowed
Leash ruleRequired
Trail effortFlat
ShadeSome shade
Certified dog policySource: Trail Rules | Phoenix Parks and RecreationAvoid midday in summer.
Best entry:Gate #1

150th Street Trail Spur is a 1.5-mile dog-friendly trail in Phoenix, AZ. Includes leash-required policy details · medium shade. Elevation gain is about 46 ft. Looking for more options in Phoenix dog-friendly trails or across dog-friendly trails across Arizona? Use the sections below for dog policy, access points, shade/heat, water, terrain, and safety.

Dog Fit

Dogs allowed status, leash expectations, and suitability by dog type

Dogs must be on a leash in all Phoenix city parks. Phoenix City Code §23-18.
Suitability by dog type

By Dog Type

How this trail suits different kinds of dogs

Small Dog
Toy & small breeds
100%
Great fit
Short & easy to complete
Smooth, easy on paws
Well-shaded route
Senior Dog
Older dogs, 7+ years
100%
Great fit
Flat & joint-friendly
Short, relaxed walk
Smooth surface — easy going
Reactive Dog
Reactive to dogs & strangers
100%
Great fit
Usually quiet — fewer encounters
All dogs leashed — controlled
Can cut short if needed
Sensitive Dog
Anxious or paw-sensitive dogs
97%
Great fit
Paw-friendly surface
Well-shaded — stays cooler
Quiet — less stressful
Getting-Fit Dog
Building up stamina
100%
Great fit
Ideal starter length (1–2.5 mi)
Flat — great for conditioning
Can shorten route if needed
Water Lover
Dogs who love to swim & splash
4%
Not ideal
No water access found
Mostly dry route
Leash required — limits water play

Trail Suitability

Who this trail works best for — and what to watch

Well-shaded, flat trail — comfortable for most dogs

Best for

Senior dogsSmall dogsEasy walksHeat-sensitive dogsReactive dogsFirst-time trail dogs

Most comfortable when

Avoid after heavy rain

— Surfaces can get muddy after wet weather

Why this trail works

  • ~98% shade coverage along the route
  • Smooth surface — easy on paws
  • Essentially flat — average slope under 3%

Safety & Conditions

Hazards, heat exposure, crowd level, and nearby emergency vet context

HAZARDSLow
SHADE / HEATSome shadeHeat risk present
CROWDLowTypically uncrowded

Terrain & Comfort

Elevation, surface, shade, heat, and water signals for dog hiking comfort

EffortFlat
SurfaceMixed
ShadeModerate
WaterNone

Elevation & Width

Distance and climbing are shown together so you can judge overall effort for your dog on a 1.

Trail Effort

Easy

Flat or gently rolling. Comfortable for almost all dogs.

EasyModerate
Challenging
Strenuous
Gain:46 ftGain/mi:32 ft/miSteep sections:Low
Rated from 46 ft gain + 32 ft/mi.
Elevation Profile
2,267 ft2,244 ft0 mi1.5 mi1
Trail Width
Narrow
Narrow
< 6 ft
In-between
6-10 ft
Wide
10+ ft
NARROWTypical: ~0 ftWIDE

Mostly single-file with tighter passing space.

Surface & Paws

Surface coverage helps you plan for paw comfort and choose routes that match your dog's tolerance for rough or hot terrain.

Surface

What your dog will walk on

Mostly: Not mapped

Surface data is limited, so expect changing conditions.

Smooth / Paw-friendly

Top surfaces

Not mapped
93%
Ground
7.2%

Quick read

Roughness: Low

This trail is mostly Not mapped. Surface data is incomplete for some sections—expect variety. Generally comfortable for most dogs.

Best fordogsrunnerscasual hikes

Shade & Heat

Shade coverage and heat exposure are summarized to show when this trail is safer for warm-weather dog hikes.

🌳 Shade

MEDIUM

Moderate shade coverage

97.8%
Shade along the trail
0 mi1.5 mi1SunPartialShadeDense

Exposure mix

Sun
2%
Partial
0%
Shade
98%
Dense
0%

Quick read

Roughly half the trail has meaningful tree or canopy coverage. Expect mixed sun and shade.

Water Access

Water proximity is tracked along the route (0%) to help you plan hydration and cooldown stops.

Water

Hydration & splash potential

Near water: 0%
Swim: Unlikely
Water nearby0%

Water types nearby

Canal

Canal

Quick read

Water is limited near the trail—bring enough for you and your dog. Swimming spots are unlikely.

Access & Entry

Trailheads, parking, and entry logistics for hiking with dogs

Parking Lots0
Capacity—
FeeFree

This section covers 3 trailheads listed, 0 parking lots, and amenity placement so you can plan start points and access logistics before arriving.

Primary trailhead

Gate #1
Primary🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 Near trail (~25 m)

Other access points

Gate #2
🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 ~110 m from trail
Gate #3
🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 ~200 m from trail
Parking details

🅿 Parking

Parking availability unknown
—Estimated capacity
0 parking locations
No known parking fee

Map & Route

Trail layout, trailheads, parking, and dog-relevant points of interest

Map

Explore More

Highlights, viewpoints, and bailout options

Highlights

Highlights

0 total
Closest: — · —

No highlights are available for this trail yet.

Bailout & exit options

Exit options (Bailouts)

Bailout: mediumScore: 0.35

Fast exits if you need to shorten the route.

Actionable: 2Dead ends: 0Closest Start: 0 m
Method + full metrics

Based on trail graph connectivity and nearby exits.

Total spots: 2Actionable exits: 2Dead ends: 0Closest near Start: 0 mClosest near Midpoint: —Closest near End: 0 m
🚪 ExitsTrail entrance / exit · 0 m from startTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exit0 mi1.5 mi0.7 mi
2 actionable exits· closest 0 m from start
  • Low dead-end count (2) improves bailout options.
  • Entrance count is estimated from graph topology (proxy).
  • Graph-based route structure estimate using stored segment geometry.

Top exits near Start

Trail entrance / exit

Near Start · 0 m from start

EntranceDead End
0 mGoogle Maps OSM unavailable

Rules & Safety

Dog policy context, emergency resources, and trail hazard overview

Current hazard level is marked as low. Nearby emergency veterinary coverage appears when mapped in source data.

Dog Emergency

Emergency help nearby

No nearby vets found

No nearby veterinary clinics were found within search radius.

Hazards

Updated: —

Low

No major hazard concentrations reported.

Show hazard breakdown
Road crossings
Total: 0
Water crossings
0
Cliff / steep edge
0
Bike conflict
0
Off-leash conflict proxy
0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about dogs on this trail

Are dogs allowed on 150th Street Trail Spur?

Yes, dogs are allowed on the 150th Street Trail Spur.

Do dogs need to be on a leash on 150th Street Trail Spur?

Yes, dogs are required to be on a leash at all times on the 150th Street Trail Spur, as per the blanket Phoenix city park leash policy.

Is there drinking water available for dogs along 150th Street Trail Spur?

Unknown based on available data.

Is 150th Street Trail Spur mostly shaded or sun-exposed?

The 150th Street Trail Spur has medium shade coverage, with a shade proxy percentage of 97.83%.

What is the trail surface like for dog paws on 150th Street Trail Spur?

Approximately 7.8% of the 150th Street Trail Spur is natural surface, while the remaining 92.19% is of unknown surface type.

How muddy does 150th Street Trail Spur get after rain?

The 150th Street Trail Spur has a medium mud risk, described as mostly paved with low mud risk.

How crowded does 150th Street Trail Spur get, and when is the best time to visit?

The 150th Street Trail Spur is considered low crowd class due to low access infrastructure nearby. The best time to visit is unknown based on available data.

What is the parking situation at 150th Street Trail Spur?

There is no parking information available for the 150th Street Trail Spur.

What amenities are available at 150th Street Trail Spur (restrooms, waste bins, benches)?

Unknown based on available data.

Are there any safety concerns for dogs on 150th Street Trail Spur (heat, terrain, water crossings)?

The 150th Street Trail Spur has a low heat risk and low roughness risk. There are no water crossings or road crossings noted as hazards.