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Apache Wash Paseo

Phoenix, AZ · Maricopa County · 1.0 mi · Out & back

A flat 1.0-mile out & back. Good shade throughout; best in the morning or evening during summer.

Dogs allowedAllowed
Leash ruleRequired
Trail effortFlat
ShadeHigh shade
Certified dog policySource: Trail Rules | Phoenix Parks and RecreationAvoid midday in summer.
Best entry:East Skip Rimsza Paseo;West Skip Rimsza Paseo

Apache Wash Paseo is a 1.0-mile dog-friendly trail in Phoenix, AZ. Includes leash-required policy details · high shade. Elevation gain is about 33 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
80%
Great fit
Short & easy to complete
Smooth, easy on paws
Hot in summer — go early
Senior Dog
Older dogs, 7+ years
88%
Great fit
Flat & joint-friendly
Short, relaxed walk
Smooth surface — easy going
Reactive Dog
Reactive to dogs & strangers
76%
Good fit
Moderately busy — stay alert
All dogs leashed — controlled
Can cut short if needed
Sensitive Dog
Anxious or paw-sensitive dogs
47%
Caution
Paw-friendly surface
Hot pavement can burn paws
Moderate traffic
Getting-Fit Dog
Building up stamina
95%
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
23%
Not ideal
Water nearby — no swim confirmed
Water near parts of the trail
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 walksFirst-time trail dogs

Use caution if

Heat-sensitive dogs

High heat index — go early or on cooler days

Reactive dogs

Trail conditions may be challenging for reactive dogs

Most comfortable when

Before 10 AM or after 6 PM

— Heat exposure is significant — trail is considerably cooler in morning and evening

Weekday visits

— Moderate traffic — calmer on weekdays

Avoid after heavy rain

— Surfaces can get muddy after wet weather

Why this trail works

  • ~100% 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 / HEATHigh shadeHeat risk present
CROWDMediumModerate use, mix of busy and quiet times
NEAREST VET7.0 km awayThe Pet Wellness Center

Terrain & Comfort

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

EffortFlat
SurfaceMixed
ShadeHigh
WaterSome

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:33 ftGain/mi:33 ft/miSteep sections:Low
Rated from 33 ft gain + 33 ft/mi.
Elevation Profile
1,722 ft1,696 ft0 mi1.0 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: Concrete

Firm, consistent footing with less natural cushioning.

Hard surface riskSmooth / Paw-friendly

Top surfaces

Concrete
73%
Dirt
27%

Quick read

Roughness: Low

This trail is mostly Concrete. A notable share is dirt (27%). Expect harder footing—paws may heat up in summer. Generally comfortable for most dogs.

Best forstrollersroad bikesquick walks

Shade & Heat

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

🌳 Shade

HIGH

High shade coverage

100.0%
Shade along the trail
0 mi1.0 mi1SunPartialShadeDense

Exposure mix

Sun
0%
Partial
0%
Shade
100%
Dense
0%

Quick read

Most of the trail benefits from consistent tree cover.

Water Access

Water proximity is tracked along the route (25%) to help you plan hydration and cooldown stops.

Water

Hydration & splash potential

Near water: 25%
Swim: Unlikely
Water nearby25%
Water along the trail
Dry — no water within 200 mStreamDry — no water within 200 mStreamDry — no water within 200 m0 mi1.0 mi1Stream

Water types nearby

CanalRiverStream

Canal • River • Stream

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 Lots8
Capacity410spaces est.
FeeFree

This section covers 1 trailhead listed, 8 parking lots, and amenity placement so you can plan start points and access logistics before arriving.

Primary trailhead

East Skip Rimsza Paseo;West Skip Rimsza Paseo
Primary🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 On trail

Amenities along the route

Nearby facilities around the start, middle, and end of this trail.

Amenities along the trail
🚻 Restrooms (1)Restrooms at 0.9 mi🛖 Shelters (1)Shelters at 0.9 mi🍽️ Picnic tables (1)Picnic tables at 0.9 mi🗑️ Waste bins (3)Waste bins at 0.0 miWaste bins at 0.9 miWaste bins at 0.9 miℹ️ Info boards (3)Info boards at 0.0 miInfo boards at 0.9 miInfo boards at 0.9 mi0 mi1.0 mi1

Near the start

A few amenities nearby

🗑️Trash bins
1
closest: 41 m • at the spot
✳️Other
3
closest: 1 m • at the spot
Point details
  • Other area
    1 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Other area
    37 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Trash bins area
    41 m • at the spot
    ↗
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  • Other area
    48 m • at the spot
    ↗

Near the middle

A few amenities nearby

🗑️Trash bins
1
closest: 198 m • short walk
🅿️Parking
2
closest: 179 m • short walk
Point details
  • Equestrian Trailer Parking
    179 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Equestrian Trailer Parking
    180 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Trash bins area
    198 m • short walk
    ↗

Near the end

Restrooms nearby

🚻Restrooms
1
closest: 34 m • at the spot
🛖Shelter
4
closest: 34 m • at the spot
🪑Seating
2
closest: 33 m • at the spot
Show 3 more
🗑️Trash bins
1
closest: 3 m • at the spot
🅿️Parking
6
closest: 50 m • at the spot
✳️Other
1
closest: 183 m • short walk
Point details
  • Trash bins area
    3 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Seating area
    33 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Restrooms area
    34 m • at the spot
    ↗
Show 12 more
  • Shelter area
    34 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Shelter area
    36 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Seating area
    37 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Shelter area
    41 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Shelter area
    42 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Parking area
    50 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Parking area
    52 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Parking area
    68 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Parking area
    69 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Parking area
    96 m • very close
    ↗
  • Parking area
    96 m • very close
    ↗
  • Other area
    183 m • short walk
    ↗
Parking details

🅿 Parking

Large parking area
~410 spacesEstimated capacity
8 parking locations
No known parking fee

Parking generally sufficient for peak times.

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: highScore: 0.7

Fast exits if you need to shorten the route.

Actionable: 2Dead ends: 0Closest Start: 1 m
Method + full metrics

Based on trail graph connectivity and nearby exits.

Total spots: 2Actionable exits: 2Dead ends: 0Closest near Start: 1 mClosest near Midpoint: 502 mClosest near End: —
🚪 ExitsTrail entrance / exit · 1 m from startTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exit0 mi1.0 mi0.5 mi
2 actionable exits· closest 1 m from start
  • High access density (1.99/mi).
  • Low dead-end count (2) improves bailout options.
  • Entrance count is estimated from graph topology (proxy).

Top exits near Start

Trail entrance / exit

Near Start · 1 m from start

EntranceDead End
1 mGoogle Maps OSM unavailable

Rules & Safety

Dog policy context, emergency resources, and trail hazard overview

Current hazard level is marked as low. 5 nearby emergency veterinary options mapped where available.

Dog Emergency

Emergency help nearby

Nearest vet: 4.3 mi

The Pet Wellness Center

4.3 mi from trail · Veterinary · 2750 W Dove Valley Rd., Phoenix, 85085

Lovet Pet Health Care - Dove Valley

4.5 mi from trail · Veterinary · 4815 East Carefree Highway, Cave Creek, 85331

Pet Clinic

4.6 mi from trail · Veterinary · 34406 North 27th Drive, Phoenix, 85085

Lovet Pet Health Care - Norterra

4.9 mi from trail · Veterinary · 2005 West Happy Valley Road, Phoenix, 85085

SNiP Vet

5.2 mi from trail · Veterinary · 2480 W Happy Valley Rd, Phoenix, 85085

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 Apache Wash Paseo?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Apache Wash Paseo.

Do dogs need to be on a leash on Apache Wash Paseo?

Yes, dogs are required to be on a leash at all times on Apache Wash Paseo, as per Phoenix city park policy.

Is there drinking water available for dogs along Apache Wash Paseo?

No, there are no drinking water amenities available on Apache Wash Paseo.

Is Apache Wash Paseo mostly shaded or sun-exposed?

Apache Wash Paseo has high shade coverage, with a shade proxy percentage of 1.

What is the trail surface like for dog paws on Apache Wash Paseo?

The trail surface on Apache Wash Paseo is primarily concrete, with approximately 37.6% natural surface.

How muddy does Apache Wash Paseo get after rain?

Apache Wash Paseo has a medium mud risk, described as mostly paved with low mud risk.

How crowded does Apache Wash Paseo get, and when is the best time to visit?

Apache Wash Paseo is considered medium crowd class, with reasons including large parking and many trailhead amenities. The best time to visit is not specified.

What is the parking situation at Apache Wash Paseo?

There are 8 parking spots available with an estimated capacity of 410 vehicles. Whether there is a parking fee is unknown.

What amenities are available at Apache Wash Paseo (restrooms, waste bins, benches)?

Amenities available include 4 shelters, 1 toilet, 4 information points, 2 picnic tables, and 3 waste baskets. There are no benches.

Are there any safety concerns for dogs on Apache Wash Paseo (heat, terrain, water crossings)?

Apache Wash Paseo has a high heat risk. There are no reported road crossings, water crossings, or cliff/steep edge hazards.