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Mountain View 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 RecreationAvoid midday in summer.
Best entry:Parking #2

Mountain View Park is a 1.2-mile dog-friendly trail in Phoenix, AZ. Includes leash-required policy details · high shade. Elevation gain is about 59 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
38%
Tough
Often busy — high encounter risk
All dogs leashed — controlled
Sensitive Dog
Anxious or paw-sensitive dogs
29%
Tough
Paw-friendly surface
Hot pavement can burn paws
Busy — may cause anxiety
Getting-Fit Dog
Building up stamina
83%
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 walksWater-loving dogs

Use caution if

Heat-sensitive dogs

High heat index — go early or on cooler days

Reactive dogs

Heavy foot traffic — frequent dog and person encounters

Most comfortable when

Before 10 AM or after 6 PM

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

Weekday mornings

— Busy trail — foot traffic drops significantly on weekday mornings

Why this trail works

  • ~100% shade coverage along the route
  • Swim access confirmed — water features along the route
  • Smooth surface — easy on paws

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 VET3.7 km awayPalo Verde Animal Hospital

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:59 ftGain/mi:51 ft/miSteep sections:Low
Rated from 59 ft gain + 51 ft/mi.
Elevation Profile
1,312 ft1,289 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%
Concrete
30%
Dirt
10.0%

Quick read

Roughness: Low

This trail is mostly Not mapped. A notable share is concrete (30%). 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
StreamLake / PondStreamLake / PondStream0 mi1.2 mi1Lake / PondStream

Water types nearby

CanalStreamLake/Pond

Canal • Stream • Lake/Pond

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 Lots20
Capacity676spaces est.
FeeFree

This section covers 2 trailheads listed, 20 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📍 Near trail (~20 m)🅿 Large lot

Other access points

Parking #2
🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 Near trail (~20 m)🅿 Large lot

Amenities along the route

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

Amenities along the trail
🚻 Restrooms (1)Restrooms at 0.5 mi💧 Water (1)Water at 0.5 mi🛖 Shelters (4)22 shelters near 0.0-0.0 miShelters at 0.2 miShelters at 0.6 mi🪑 Benches (3)Benches at 0.1 miBenches at 0.1 miBenches at 0.5 mi🍽️ Picnic tables (3)Picnic tables at 0.0 miPicnic tables at 0.2 miPicnic tables at 0.6 mi0 mi1.2 mi1

Near the start

Water nearby • Restrooms nearby

💧Water
1
closest: 51 m • at the spot
🚻Restrooms
2
closest: 54 m • at the spot
🛖Shelter
8
closest: 19 m • at the spot
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🪑Seating
3
closest: 34 m • at the spot
🅿️Parking
4
closest: 44 m • at the spot
Point details
  • Shelter area
    19 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    20 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    34 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    35 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    35 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    37 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    37 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    38 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    38 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    40 m • at the spot
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  • Parking area
    44 m • at the spot
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  • Parking area
    46 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    48 m • at the spot
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  • Water area
    51 m • at the spot
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  • Restrooms area
    54 m • at the spot
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  • Restrooms area
    54 m • at the spot
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  • Parking area
    449 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    449 m • nearby
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Near the middle

A few amenities nearby

🛖Shelter
2
closest: 51 m • at the spot
🪑Seating
4
closest: 43 m • at the spot
🅿️Parking
16
closest: 34 m • at the spot
Point details
  • Parking area
    34 m • at the spot
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  • Parking area
    34 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    43 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    49 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    51 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    51 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    51 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    111 m • very close
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  • Parking area
    235 m • short walk
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  • Parking area
    235 m • short walk
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  • Parking area
    264 m • short walk
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  • Parking area
    267 m • short walk
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  • Parking area
    416 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    417 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    418 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    420 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    444 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    444 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    448 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    450 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    496 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    496 m • nearby
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Near the end

No mapped amenities near this part of the trail.

Parking details

🅿 Parking

Large parking area
~676 spacesEstimated capacity
20 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: 2.3 mi

Palo Verde Animal Hospital

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

Larkspur Cat Clinic

2.6 mi from trail · Veterinary · 2915 West Cactus Road, Phoenix

Harmony Veterinary Hospital

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

Lovet Pet Health Care - Madison

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

Catalina Animal Hospital

3.1 mi from trail · Veterinary · 9023 North 35th Avenue, Phoenix, 85051

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 Mountain View Park?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Mountain View Park.

Do dogs need to be on a leash on Mountain View Park?

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

Is there drinking water available for dogs along Mountain View Park?

Yes, there is drinking water available at Mountain View Park.

Is Mountain View Park mostly shaded or sun-exposed?

Mountain View Park has high shade coverage, with shade proxy percent at 1 and shade proxy score at 0.6.

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

The trail surface at Mountain View Park is approximately 23.8% natural surface, with the remainder being concrete and paved surfaces.

How muddy does Mountain View Park get after rain?

Mountain View Park has a low mud risk, described as mostly paved with low mud risk.

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

Mountain View Park is considered high crowd class, with reasons including large parking, many trailhead amenities, and proximity to residential/commercial areas. The best time to visit is not specified.

What is the parking situation at Mountain View Park?

There are 20 parking spots with an estimated capacity of 676 vehicles at Mountain View Park. Whether there is a parking fee is unknown.

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

Mountain View Park offers 3 benches, 10 shelters, 2 toilets, 4 picnic tables, and 1 drinking water source. Waste bins are not listed.

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

Mountain View Park has a high heat risk. There are no listed hazards for road crossings, water crossings, or steep edges.