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H-1 Trail

Phoenix, AZ · Maricopa County · 9.7 mi · Point to point

A flat 9.7-mile point to point. Partial shade (75% 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:Parking #2

H-1 Trail is a 9.7-mile dog-friendly trail in Phoenix, AZ. Includes leash-required policy details · medium shade. Elevation gain is about 1234 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.

H-1 Trail is a 9.7-mile trail with a mix of dirt and paved tread, moderately hilly. The route passes a creek near the start. Shade is patchy but fairly even along the way. Keep dogs leashed here, and you'll find restrooms along the way.

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
30%
Tough
Long for small breeds
Natural & paw-friendly
Well-shaded route
Senior Dog
Older dogs, 7+ years
50%
Caution
Gentle slope
Long for senior dogs
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
81%
Great fit
Soft natural surface
Well-shaded — stays cooler
Moderate traffic
Getting-Fit Dog
Building up stamina
62%
Fair fit
Too long for early fitness training
Gentle grade — good challenge
Can shorten route if needed
Water Lover
Dogs who love to swim & splash
16%
Not ideal
No water access found
Leash required — limits water play

Trail Suitability

Who this trail works best for — and what to watch

Well-shaded trail — good fit with minor considerations

Best for

Senior dogsHeat-sensitive dogsHigh-energy dogs

Use caution if

Reactive dogs

Trail conditions may be challenging for reactive dogs

Most comfortable when

Weekday visits

— Moderate traffic — calmer on weekdays

Avoid after heavy rain

— Trail gets significantly muddy — surfaces become slippery and paws stay wet

Why this trail works

  • ~75% shade coverage along the route
  • Natural, soft surface
  • 1234 ft of elevation gain — good cardio workout

Safety & Conditions

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

HAZARDSMedium
SHADE / HEATSome shadeHeat risk present
CROWDMediumModerate use, mix of busy and quiet times
NEAREST VET1.8 km awayLovet Pet Health Care - Arrowhead Ranch

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 9.

Trail Effort

Easy

Flat or gently rolling. Comfortable for almost all dogs.

EasyModerate
Challenging
Strenuous
Gain:1,234 ftGain/mi:127 ft/miSteep sections:Medium
Rated from 1,234 ft gain + 127 ft/mi.
Elevation Profile
1,490 ft1,309 ft0 mi9.7 mi2468
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: Dirt

Softer footing that can feel easier on paws and joints.

Soft footingSmooth / Paw-friendly
Surface along the trail
0 mi9.7 mi2468Natural/SoftHard

Top surfaces

Dirt
98%
Asphalt
0.8%
Not mapped
0.7%

Quick read

Roughness: Low

This trail is mostly Dirt. Softer footing—can get muddy after rain. Generally comfortable for most dogs.

Best forrelaxed walksexpect mud after rain

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

75.4%
Shade along the trail
0 mi9.7 mi2468SunPartialShadeDense

Exposure mix

Sun
21%
Partial
4%
Shade
72%
Dense
3%

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 (16%) to help you plan hydration and cooldown stops.

Water

Hydration & splash potential

Near water: 16%
Swim: Unlikely
Water nearby16%
Water along the trail
0 mi9.7 mi2468Lake / PondStream

Water types nearby

CanalLake/PondStream

Canal • Lake/Pond • 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 Lots12
Capacity213spaces est.
FeeFree

This section covers 3 trailheads listed, 12 parking lots, and amenity placement so you can plan start points and access logistics before arriving.

Primary trailhead

Parking #2
Primary🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 Near trail (~40 m)

Other access points

Parking #1
🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 Near trail (~40 m)
Parking #3
🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 Near trail (~65 m)

Amenities along the route

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

Amenities along the trail
🚻 Restrooms (2)2🛖 Shelters (4)4🍽️ Picnic tables (6)60 mi9.7 mi2468

Near the start

Restrooms nearby

🚻Restrooms
4
closest: 67 m • at the spot
🛖Shelter
12
closest: 39 m • at the spot
🪑Seating
24
closest: 39 m • at the spot
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🅿️Parking
12
closest: 65 m • at the spot
Point details
  • Shelter area
    39 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    39 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    39 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    44 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    48 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    54 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    59 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    63 m • at the spot
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  • Parking area
    65 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    65 m • at the spot
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  • Parking area
    66 m • at the spot
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  • Restrooms area
    67 m • at the spot
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  • Restrooms area
    67 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    68 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    76 m • very close
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  • Shelter area
    78 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    84 m • very close
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  • Shelter area
    94 m • very close
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  • Shelter area
    94 m • very close
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  • Shelter area
    96 m • very close
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  • Shelter area
    96 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    113 m • very close
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  • Parking area
    117 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    120 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    122 m • very close
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  • Parking area
    129 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    147 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    154 m • short walk
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  • Seating area
    156 m • short walk
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  • Seating area
    161 m • short walk
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  • Seating area
    176 m • short walk
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  • Shelter area
    184 m • short walk
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  • Shelter area
    185 m • short walk
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  • Seating area
    190 m • short walk
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  • Seating area
    193 m • short walk
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  • Seating area
    197 m • short walk
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  • Seating area
    205 m • short walk
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  • Shelter area
    221 m • short walk
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  • Seating area
    222 m • short walk
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  • Shelter area
    222 m • short walk
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  • Restrooms area
    223 m • short walk
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  • Restrooms area
    223 m • short walk
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  • Parking area
    233 m • short walk
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  • Parking area
    234 m • short walk
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  • Parking area
    234 m • short walk
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  • Parking area
    236 m • short walk
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  • Seating area
    244 m • short walk
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  • Seating area
    245 m • short walk
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  • Parking area
    299 m • short walk
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  • Parking area
    299 m • short walk
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  • Parking area
    425 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    425 m • nearby
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Near the middle

No mapped amenities near this part of the trail.

Near the end

No mapped amenities near this part of the trail.

Parking details

🅿 Parking

Large parking area
~213 spacesEstimated capacity
12 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

Exit options (Bailouts)

Bailout: mediumScore: 0.35

Fast exits if you need to shorten the route.

Actionable: 2Dead ends: 0Closest Start: 1.2 km
Method + full metrics

Based on trail graph connectivity and nearby exits.

Total spots: 2Actionable exits: 2Dead ends: 0Closest near Start: 1.2 kmClosest near Midpoint: —Closest near End: 0 m
🚪 Exits0 mi9.7 mi4.9 mi
2 actionable exits· closest 1.2 km 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 · 1.2 km from start

EntranceDead End
1.2 kmGoogle Maps OSM unavailable

Rules & Safety

Dog policy context, emergency resources, and trail hazard overview

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

Dog Emergency

Emergency help nearby

Nearest vet: 1.1 mi

Lovet Pet Health Care - Arrowhead Ranch

1.1 mi from trail · Veterinary · 6750 West Deer Valley Road, Glendale, 85308

Beardsley Animal Hospital

1.2 mi from trail · Veterinary

Apollo North Animal Hospital

1.3 mi from trail · Veterinary

BluePearl

1.7 mi from trail · Veterinary · 20165 North 67th Avenue, Glendale, 85308

Midwestern University Companion Animal Clinic

1.8 mi from trail · Veterinary · 5715 West Utopia Road, Glendale, 85308

Hazards

Updated: —

Medium
Road: 5Risky road: 5Bike: 1

Primary concerns: Road crossings (5 risky), Bike conflict (1)

Show hazard breakdown
Road crossings
Total: 5
Risky: 5
Water crossings
0
Cliff / steep edge
0
Bike conflict
1
Off-leash conflict proxy
0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about dogs on this trail

Are dogs allowed on H-1 Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on the H-1 Trail.

Do dogs need to be on a leash on H-1 Trail?

Yes, dogs are required to be on a leash at all times on the H-1 Trail, as per the blanket Phoenix city park leash policy.

Is there drinking water available for dogs along H-1 Trail?

Unknown based on available data.

Is H-1 Trail mostly shaded or sun-exposed?

The H-1 Trail has medium shade, with approximately 75.4% of the trail covered by shade.

What is the trail surface like for dog paws on H-1 Trail?

The H-1 Trail is primarily a dirt surface, making up about 98.5% of the trail.

How muddy does H-1 Trail get after rain?

The H-1 Trail has a high risk of getting muddy after rain due to its mostly natural dirt surfaces.

How crowded does H-1 Trail get, and when is the best time to visit?

The H-1 Trail is considered medium crowded, with large parking areas nearby contributing to this. The best time to visit is unknown based on available data.

What is the parking situation at H-1 Trail?

There are 12 parking areas with an estimated capacity of 213 vehicles. Whether there is a parking fee is unknown.

What amenities are available at H-1 Trail (restrooms, waste bins, benches)?

Amenities available include 12 shelters, 4 restrooms, and 24 picnic tables. There are no benches or waste bins noted.

Are there any safety concerns for dogs on H-1 Trail (heat, terrain, water crossings)?

The H-1 Trail has a low heat risk. Safety concerns include 5 risky road crossings and a high mud risk due to the natural surface. There are no water crossings.