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Granada Park

Phoenix, AZ · Maricopa County · 1.2 mi

A flat 1.2-mile trail. Good shade throughout; water access along most of the route; best in the morning or evening during summer.

Dogs allowedAllowed
Leash ruleRequired
Trail effortFlat
ShadeHigh shade
Certified dog policySource: Trail Rules | Phoenix Parks and RecreationBest in spring and fall; avoid midday in summer.
Best entry:Parking #3

Granada Park is a 1.2-mile dog-friendly trail in Phoenix, AZ. Includes leash-required policy details · high shade. Elevation gain is about 75 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
88%
Great fit
Short & easy to complete
Natural & paw-friendly
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
38%
Tough
Often busy — high encounter risk
All dogs leashed — controlled
Sensitive Dog
Anxious or paw-sensitive dogs
71%
Good fit
Soft natural surface
Well-shaded — stays cooler
Busy — may cause anxiety
Getting-Fit Dog
Building up stamina
100%
Great fit
Ideal starter length (1–2.5 mi)
Flat — great for conditioning
Water Lover
Dogs who love to swim & splash
82%
Great fit
Swim spots confirmed on this trail
Water along most of the route
Leash required — limits water play

Trail Suitability

Who this trail works best for — and what to watch

Well-shaded, with swim access trail — comfortable for most dogs

Best for

Senior dogsSmall dogsEasy walksHeat-sensitive dogsWater-loving dogs

Use caution if

Reactive dogs

Heavy foot traffic — frequent dog and person encounters

Most comfortable when

Weekday mornings

— Busy trail — foot traffic drops significantly on weekday mornings

Avoid after heavy rain

— Surfaces can get muddy after wet weather

Why this trail works

  • ~100% shade coverage along the route
  • Swim access confirmed — water features along the route
  • Natural, soft surface

Safety & Conditions

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

HAZARDSLow
SHADE / HEATHigh shadeHeat risk present
CROWDHighBusy trail — expect company on weekends
NEAREST VET2.8 km awayLovet Pet Health Care - Madison

Terrain & Comfort

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

EffortFlat
SurfaceMixed
ShadeHigh
WaterGood

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:75 ftGain/mi:62 ft/miSteep sections:Low
Rated from 75 ft gain + 62 ft/mi.
Elevation Profile
1,283 ft1,243 ft0 mi1.2 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
50%
Unpaved
38%
Dirt
7.3%

Quick read

Roughness: Low

This trail is mostly Not mapped. A notable share is unpaved (38%). 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

HIGH

High shade coverage

100.0%
Shade along the trail
0 mi1.2 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 (100%) to help you plan hydration and cooldown stops.

Water

Hydration & splash potential

Near water: 100%
Swim: Likely
Water nearby100%
Water along the trail
Lake / PondStreamLake / Pond0 mi1.2 mi1Lake / PondStream

Water types nearby

CanalLake/PondStream

Canal • Lake/Pond • Stream

Quick read

Water is frequently near the route—great for cooling breaks. Bring a bowl anyway. Swimming spots may be available. Check current/flow after rain.

Access & Entry

Trailheads, parking, and entry logistics for hiking with dogs

Parking Lots16
Capacity1427spaces est.
FeeFree

This section covers 3 trailheads listed, 16 parking lots, and amenity placement so you can plan start points and access logistics before arriving.

Primary trailhead

Parking #1
Primary🔓 Yes access💵 Fee not posted📍 Near trail (~70 m)🅿 Medium lot

Other access points

Parking #2
🔓 Yes access💵 Fee not posted📍 Near trail (~70 m)🅿 Medium lot
Parking #3
🔓 Yes access💵 Fee not posted📍 ~120 m from trail🅿 Medium lot

Amenities along the route

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

Amenities along the trail
🚻 Restrooms (1)Restrooms at 0.0 mi💧 Water (2)Water at 0.0 miWater at 0.5 mi🪑 Benches (9)Benches at 0.1 miBenches at 0.2 miBenches at 0.2 miBenches at 0.4 miBenches at 0.4 miBenches at 0.5 miBenches at 0.5 mi22 benches near 0.6-0.6 mi🍽️ Picnic tables (9)Picnic tables at 0.1 miPicnic tables at 0.1 miPicnic tables at 0.2 miPicnic tables at 0.4 mi22 picnic tables near 0.4-0.5 miPicnic tables at 0.5 mi22 picnic tables near 0.6-0.6 mi🗑️ Waste bins (2)Waste bins at 0.4 miWaste bins at 0.5 mi0 mi1.2 mi1

Near the start

Water nearby • Restrooms nearby

💧Water
2
closest: 13 m • at the spot
🚻Restrooms
1
closest: 14 m • at the spot
🪑Seating
12
closest: 17 m • at the spot
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🗑️Trash bins
1
closest: 169 m • short walk
🅿️Parking
12
closest: 73 m • at the spot
Point details
  • Water area
    13 m • at the spot
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  • Restrooms area
    14 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    17 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    23 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    42 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    69 m • at the spot
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  • Parking area
    73 m • at the spot
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  • Parking area
    73 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    81 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    82 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    86 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    87 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    120 m • very close
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  • Trash bins area
    169 m • short walk
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  • Water area
    169 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Seating area
    170 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Seating area
    171 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    189 m • short walk
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  • Parking area
    189 m • short walk
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  • Parking area
    193 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Seating area
    194 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    197 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    242 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    242 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    420 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    420 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    492 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    497 m • nearby
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Near the middle

A few amenities nearby

🪑Seating
12
closest: 3 m • at the spot
🗑️Trash bins
1
closest: 174 m • short walk
🅿️Parking
4
closest: 421 m • nearby
Point details
  • Seating area
    3 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Seating area
    60 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    67 m • at the spot
    ↗
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  • Seating area
    71 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Seating area
    103 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    108 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    115 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    142 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    149 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    153 m • short walk
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  • Seating area
    159 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Seating area
    162 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Trash bins area
    174 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    421 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    422 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    445 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    447 m • nearby
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Near the end

No mapped amenities near this part of the trail.

Parking details

🅿 Parking

Large parking area
~1427 spacesEstimated capacity
16 parking locations
No known parking fee

Parking generally sufficient for peak times. Multiple access points reduce congestion near trailheads.

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

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: 1.7 mi

Lovet Pet Health Care - Madison

1.7 mi from trail · Veterinary · 531 East Glendale Avenue, Phoenix, 85020

Palo Verde Animal Hospital

1.8 mi from trail · Veterinary · 1215 East Northern Avenue, Phoenix, 85020-4216

BluePearl

2.9 mi from trail · Veterinary · East Indian School Road, Phoenix, 85016

Harmony Veterinary Hospital

3.5 mi from trail · Veterinary · 1745 West Glendale Avenue, Phoenix, 85021

Animal Care Hospital of Phoenix

3.9 mi from trail · Veterinary · 3131 East Thomas Road, Phoenix, 85016

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 Granada Park?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Granada Park.

Do dogs need to be on a leash on Granada Park?

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

Is there drinking water available for dogs along Granada Park?

Yes, there are drinking water amenities available at Granada Park.

Is Granada Park mostly shaded or sun-exposed?

Granada Park has high shade coverage.

What is the trail surface like for dog paws on Granada Park?

The trail surface on Granada Park is approximately 91.4% natural surface, with some dirt and concrete sections.

How muddy does Granada Park get after rain?

Granada Park has a medium mud risk, primarily due to its mostly gravel/compacted surfaces.

How crowded does Granada Park get, and when is the best time to visit?

Granada Park is considered high crowd class, likely due to large parking availability and many trailhead amenities. The best time to visit is not specified.

What is the parking situation at Granada Park?

Granada Park has 16 parking spots with an estimated capacity of 1427. Whether there is a parking fee is unknown.

What amenities are available at Granada Park (restrooms, waste bins, benches)?

Granada Park offers 11 benches, 1 toilet, 13 picnic tables, and 2 waste baskets.

Are there any safety concerns for dogs on Granada Park (heat, terrain, water crossings)?

Granada Park has a low heat risk and low terrain roughness risk. There are no reported water crossings or road crossings.