Home / Arizona / Phoenix Hawes Trail Phoenix, AZ · Maricopa County · 6.7 mi · Point to point
A flat 6.7-mile point to point. Mostly sun-exposed; water access along most of the route; best in the morning or evening during summer.
Dogs allowed Allowed
Leash rule Required
Trail effort Flat
Shade Exposed
Hawes Trail is a 6.7-mile dog-friendly trail in Phoenix, AZ. Includes leash-required policy details · low shade. Elevation gain is about 922 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.
ℹ 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
– May need extra breaks
✓ Natural & paw-friendly
– Mostly exposed
🐕 Senior Dog
Older dogs, 7+ years
✓ Gentle slope
× Long for senior dogs
✓ Smooth surface — easy going
⚠️ Reactive Dog
Reactive to dogs & strangers
✓ Usually quiet — fewer encounters
✓ All dogs leashed — controlled
✓ Can cut short if needed
🌸 Sensitive Dog
Anxious or paw-sensitive dogs
✓ Soft natural surface
– Mostly exposed
✓ Quiet — less stressful
💪 Getting-Fit Dog
Building up stamina
× Too long for early fitness training
✓ Gentle grade — good challenge
✓ Can shorten route if needed
💧 Water Lover
Dogs who love to swim & splash
– Water nearby — no swim confirmed
✓ Water along most of the route
– Leash required — limits water play
ℹ Exposed, waterside trail — good fit with minor considerations
Best for
Senior dogs Reactive dogs Water-loving dogs High-energy dogs
Most comfortable when
Morning or late afternoon
— Limited shade — more comfortable outside peak midday hours Avoid after heavy rain
— Surfaces can get muddy after wet weather Why this trail works
HAZARDS Low
SHADE / HEAT Exposed Heat risk present
CROWD Low Typically uncrowded
NEAREST VET 4.2 km away Comet Veterinary Hospital
⚠ Heat exposure
Low shade coverage — bring extra water and avoid midday in summer.
Effort Flat
Surface Mixed
Shade Low
Water Moderate
Elevation & Width Distance and climbing are shown together so you can judge overall effort for your dog on a 6.
Easy Flat or gently rolling. Comfortable for almost all dogs.
Easy Moderate
Challenging
Strenuous
Gain: 922 ftGain/mi: 138 ft/miSteep sections: Medium
Rated from 922 ft gain + 138 ft/mi. 2,037 ft 1,414 ft 0 mi 6.7 mi 1 2 3 4 5 6 Narrow NARROW Typical: ~0 ft WIDE
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.
Mostly: Unpaved
Good grip and generally paw-friendly on most stretches.
Paw-friendly Smooth / Paw-friendly
Quick read
Roughness: Low This trail is mostly Unpaved. A notable share is not mapped (15%). Generally paw-friendly with decent grip. Generally comfortable for most dogs.
Best for dogs runners casual hikes
Shade & Heat Shade coverage and heat exposure are summarized to show when this trail is safer for warm-weather dog hikes.
🌳 Shade Shade along the trail
0 mi 6.7 mi 1 2 3 4 5 6 Sun Partial Shade Dense
Quick read
Limited natural shade. Expect prolonged sun exposure.
Water Access Water proximity is tracked along the route (63%) to help you plan hydration and cooldown stops.
Water nearby 63%
Water along the trail
Lake / Pond Stream Lake / Pond Stream Lake / Pond Stream Dry — no water within 200 m Stream Dry — no water within 200 m Stream Dry — no water within 200 m Stream Dry — no water within 200 m Stream Dry — no water within 200 m Stream Lake / Pond Stream Lake / Pond Stream Lake / Pond 0 mi 6.7 mi 2 4 6 Lake / Pond Stream
Water types nearby
Canal Stream Lake/Pond
Canal • Stream • Lake/Pond
Quick read
You’ll likely pass some water. Carry water for longer stretches. Swimming spots are unlikely.
Parking Lots 0
Capacity —
Fee Free
This section covers 1 trailhead listed, 0 parking lots, and amenity placement so you can plan start points and access logistics before arriving.
Primary trailhead 📍
Gate #3
Primary 🔓 Access not confirmed 💵 Fee not posted 📍 Near trail (~30 m)
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Parking details Parking availability unknown — Estimated capacity
Highlights No highlights are available for this trail yet.
Bailout & exit options Exit options (Bailouts) Bailout: medium Score: 0.35
Fast exits if you need to shorten the route.
Actionable: 2 Dead ends: 0 Closest Start: 1.0 km
Method + full metrics Based on trail graph connectivity and nearby exits.
Total spots: 2 Actionable exits: 2 Dead ends: 0 Closest near Start: 1.0 km Closest near Midpoint: — Closest near End: 418 m
🚪 Exits Trail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exit Trail entrance / exit · 1.0 km from start 0 mi 6.7 mi 3.3 mi · closest 1.0 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. Start Midpoint End
Top exits near Start Trail entrance / exit
Near Start · 1.0 km from start
Entrance Dead End
Current hazard level is marked as low. 5 nearby emergency veterinary options mapped where available.
Comet Veterinary Hospital
2.6 mi from trail · Veterinary · 2824 North Power Road, Mesa, 85215
Lovet Pet Health Care - Las Sendas
2.7 mi from trail · Veterinary · 6747 East McDowell Road, Mesa, 85215
Banfield Pet Hospital
3.5 mi from trail · Veterinary · 6632 East McKellips Road, Mesa, 85205
Red Mountain Animal Hospital
4.0 mi from trail · Veterinary · 6025 East McKellips Road, Mesa, 85215
Curem Veterinary Care
4.2 mi from trail · Veterinary
Low
No major hazard concentrations reported.
Show hazard breakdown Are dogs allowed on Hawes Trail? Yes, dogs are allowed on Hawes Trail.
Do dogs need to be on a leash on Hawes Trail? Yes, dogs are required to be on a leash at all times on Hawes Trail, in accordance with the blanket Phoenix city park leash policy.
Is there drinking water available for dogs along Hawes Trail? Unknown based on available data.
Is Hawes Trail mostly shaded or sun-exposed? Hawes Trail has low shade coverage, with 0% shade proxy percentage.
What is the trail surface like for dog paws on Hawes Trail? The Hawes Trail surface is primarily unpaved, with approximately 82.8% being natural surface.
How muddy does Hawes Trail get after rain? Hawes Trail has a medium mud risk, primarily due to its mostly gravel/compacted surfaces.
How crowded does Hawes Trail get, and when is the best time to visit? Hawes Trail has low crowd levels, attributed to low access infrastructure nearby. The best time to visit is unknown based on available data.
What is the parking situation at Hawes Trail? There are 0 parking spots available at Hawes Trail, and whether there is a parking fee is unknown.
What amenities are available at Hawes Trail (restrooms, waste bins, benches)? Unknown based on available data.
Are there any safety concerns for dogs on Hawes Trail (heat, terrain, water crossings)? Hawes Trail has a low heat risk and low hazards score. There are no water crossings or cliff/steep edge hazards noted.