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Kiwanis Trail

Phoenix, AZ · Maricopa County · 2.1 mi · Point to point

A rolling 2.1-mile point to point. Good shade throughout; water access along most of the route; best in the morning or evening during summer.

Dogs allowedAllowed
Leash ruleRequired
Trail effortRolling
ShadeHigh shade
Certified dog policySource: Trail Rules | Phoenix Parks and RecreationAvoid midday in summer.
Best entry:Parking #3

Kiwanis Trail is a 2.1-mile dog-friendly trail in Phoenix, AZ. Includes leash-required policy details · high shade. Elevation gain is about 440 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
65%
Good fit
Manageable length
Natural & paw-friendly
Well-shaded route
Senior Dog
Older dogs, 7+ years
60%
Fair fit
Some challenging climbs
Comfortable distance
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
89%
Great fit
Soft natural surface
Well-shaded — stays cooler
Moderate traffic
Getting-Fit Dog
Building up stamina
87%
Great fit
Ideal starter length (1–2.5 mi)
Moderate hills — start easy
Can shorten route if needed
Water Lover
Dogs who love to swim & splash
75%
Good 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

Heat-sensitive dogsWater-loving dogs

Use caution if

Reactive dogs

Trail conditions may be challenging for reactive dogs

Senior dogs

Steep sections present — hard on aging joints and cardiovascular system

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

  • ~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
CROWDMediumModerate use, mix of busy and quiet times
NEAREST VET6.3 km awayBanfield Pet Hospital

Terrain & Comfort

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

EffortRolling
SurfaceMixed
ShadeHigh
WaterModerate

Elevation & Width

Distance and climbing are shown together so you can judge overall effort for your dog on a 2.

Trail Effort

Moderate

Gentle hills. Most healthy adult dogs will enjoy this.

EasyModerate
Challenging
Strenuous
Gain:440 ftGain/mi:209 ft/miSteep sections:High
Rated from 440 ft gain + 209 ft/mi.
Elevation Profile
2,001 ft1,578 ft0 mi2.1 mi12
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

Top surfaces

Dirt
97%
Ground
2.0%
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

HIGH

High shade coverage

100.0%
Shade along the trail
0 mi2.1 mi12SunPartialShadeDense

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 (74%) to help you plan hydration and cooldown stops.

Water

Hydration & splash potential

Near water: 74%
Swim: Likely
Water nearby74%
Water along the trail
Dry — no water within 200 mStreamDry — no water within 200 m0 mi2.1 mi12Stream

Water types nearby

RiverStream

River • Stream

Quick read

You’ll likely pass some water. Carry water for longer stretches. Swimming spots may be available. Check current/flow after rain.

Access & Entry

Trailheads, parking, and entry logistics for hiking with dogs

Parking Lots14
Capacity238spaces est.
FeeFree

This section covers 3 trailheads listed, 14 parking lots, and amenity placement so you can plan start points and access logistics before arriving.

Primary trailhead

Parking #1
Primary🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 ~110 m from trail

Other access points

Parking #2
🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 ~110 m from trail
Parking #3
🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 ~220 m from trail

Amenities along the route

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

Amenities along the trail
🚻 Restrooms (1)Restrooms at 1.1 mi🛖 Shelters (1)Shelters at 1.0 mi🪑 Benches (1)Benches at 0.1 mi🍽️ Picnic tables (2)22 picnic tables near 1.0-1.1 mi🗑️ Waste bins (1)Waste bins at 1.0 miℹ️ Info boards (3)Info boards at 0.0 miInfo boards at 0.4 miInfo boards at 1.0 mi0 mi2.1 mi12

Near the start

A few amenities nearby

🪑Seating
1
closest: 157 m • short walk
✳️Other
5
closest: 7 m • at the spot
Point details
  • Other area
    7 m • at the spot
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  • Other area
    8 m • at the spot
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  • Other area
    9 m • at the spot
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  • Other area
    67 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    157 m • short walk
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  • Other area
    194 m • short walk
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Near the middle

A few amenities nearby

✳️Other
1
closest: 103 m • very close
Point details
  • Other area
    103 m • very close
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Near the end

Restrooms nearby

🚻Restrooms
2
closest: 140 m • very close
🛖Shelter
2
closest: 46 m • at the spot
🪑Seating
2
closest: 36 m • at the spot
Show 3 more
🗑️Trash bins
1
closest: 44 m • at the spot
🅿️Parking
14
closest: 9 m • at the spot
✳️Other
6
closest: 14 m • at the spot
Point details
  • Parking area
    9 m • at the spot
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  • Parking area
    9 m • at the spot
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  • Other area
    14 m • at the spot
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  • Kiwanis Trail
    15 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Other area
    25 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Seating area
    36 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Trash bins area
    44 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Shelter area
    46 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    46 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Seating area
    46 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Other area
    114 m • very close
    ↗
  • Parking area
    127 m • very close
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  • Parking area
    127 m • very close
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  • Restrooms area
    140 m • very close
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  • Restrooms area
    140 m • very close
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  • Other area
    158 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Other area
    214 m • short walk
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  • Parking area
    330 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    331 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    390 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    391 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    425 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    427 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    474 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    476 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    484 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    484 m • nearby
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Parking details

🅿 Parking

Large parking area
~238 spacesEstimated capacity
14 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

2 highlights on or near the trail

👁️ ViewpointViewpoint · 0.1 mi0 mi2.1 mi12

Highlights

2 total
Closest: Overlook · 47 m

Overlook

Viewpoint · Viewpoint

Close
47 mfrom trail
Open OSM

Viewpoint

Viewpoint · Viewpoint

Close
66 mfrom trail
Open OSM
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 · Trail entrance / exitTrail entrance / exit · 0 m from start0 mi2.1 mi1.1 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. 5 nearby emergency veterinary options mapped where available.

Dog Emergency

Emergency help nearby

Nearest vet: 3.9 mi

Banfield Pet Hospital

3.9 mi from trail · Veterinary

South Mountain Vet Clinic

4.3 mi from trail · Veterinary · Phoenix, 85044

Dobbins Village Veterinary Hospital

4.6 mi from trail · Veterinary · 3536 West Baseline Road, Phoenix, 85339

Family VetCare of Phoenix

4.8 mi from trail · Veterinary · 3908 East Chandler Boulevard, Phoenix, 85048

Phoenix Veterinary Center

4.8 mi from trail · Veterinary

Hazards

Updated: —

Low
Bike: 1Water: 1

Primary concerns: Bike conflict (1), Water crossings (1)

Show hazard breakdown
Road crossings
Total: 0
Water crossings
1
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 Kiwanis Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on the Kiwanis Trail.

Do dogs need to be on a leash on Kiwanis Trail?

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

Is there drinking water available for dogs along Kiwanis Trail?

No, there are no drinking water amenities available along the Kiwanis Trail.

Is Kiwanis Trail mostly shaded or sun-exposed?

The Kiwanis Trail has high shade coverage, with a shade proxy percent of 1.

What is the trail surface like for dog paws on Kiwanis Trail?

The Kiwanis Trail is primarily a dirt surface, with 97.25% being dirt and 2.08% being ground.

How muddy does Kiwanis Trail get after rain?

The Kiwanis Trail has a high mud risk due to its mostly natural surfaces.

How crowded does Kiwanis Trail get, and when is the best time to visit?

The Kiwanis Trail is considered medium crowd class, with reasons including large parking nearby and many trailhead amenities. The best time to visit is not specified.

What is the parking situation at Kiwanis Trail?

There is parking available at Kiwanis Trail with an estimated capacity of 238 vehicles. Whether there is a parking fee is unknown.

What amenities are available at Kiwanis Trail (restrooms, waste bins, benches)?

Amenities available at Kiwanis Trail include 2 shelters, 2 toilets, 2 picnic tables, 1 waste basket, and 1 bench.

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

The Kiwanis Trail has a low heat risk. There is one water crossing and a bike conflict proxy count of 1. The terrain is mostly dirt, with a high mud risk.