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Pecos Park

Phoenix, AZ · Maricopa County · 1.0 mi · Out & back

A flat 1.0-mile out & back. 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 #1

Pecos Park is a 1.0-mile dog-friendly trail in Phoenix, AZ. Includes leash-required policy details · high shade. Elevation gain is about 46 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
46%
Caution
Often busy — high encounter risk
All dogs leashed — controlled
Can cut short if needed
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
95%
Great fit
Ideal starter length (1–2.5 mi)
Flat — great for conditioning
Can shorten route if needed
Water Lover
Dogs who love to swim & splash
62%
Fair fit
6 water access points
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 dogsFirst-time trail 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
  • Paved 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 VET2.2 km awayFamily VetCare of Phoenix

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:46 ftGain/mi:45 ft/miSteep sections:Low
Rated from 46 ft gain + 45 ft/mi.
Elevation Profile
1,171 ft1,158 ft0 mi1.0 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.

Hard surface riskSmooth / Paw-friendly

Top surfaces

Not mapped
59%
Concrete
41%

Quick read

Roughness: Low

This trail is mostly Not mapped. A notable share is concrete (41%). 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 mi1.0 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: Unlikely
Water nearby100%
Water along the trail
Dry — no water within 200 mStreamDry — no water within 200 m0 mi1.0 mi1Stream

Water types nearby

RiverStream

River • Stream

Quick read

Water is frequently near the route—great for cooling breaks. Bring a bowl anyway. Swimming spots are unlikely.

Access & Entry

Trailheads, parking, and entry logistics for hiking with dogs

Parking Lots18
Capacity1282spaces est.
FeeFree

This section covers 3 trailheads listed, 18 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 (~25 m)

Other access points

Parking #2
🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 Near trail (~25 m)
Parking #3
🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 Near trail (~40 m)

Amenities along the route

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

Amenities along the trail
🚻 Restrooms (1)Restrooms at 0.1 mi💧 Water (4)Water at 0.0 miWater at 0.1 miWater at 0.1 miWater at 0.2 mi🛖 Shelters (7)22 shelters near 0.0-0.0 mi22 shelters near 0.0-0.1 miShelters at 0.2 miShelters at 0.4 miShelters at 0.5 mi🪑 Benches (9)33 benches near 0.0-0.0 miBenches at 0.1 mi22 benches near 0.4-0.4 miBenches at 0.5 mi22 benches near 0.5-0.5 mi🍽️ Picnic tables (7)Picnic tables at 0.0 miPicnic tables at 0.1 miPicnic tables at 0.2 miPicnic tables at 0.3 miPicnic tables at 0.4 miPicnic tables at 0.4 miPicnic tables at 0.5 mi0 mi1.0 mi1

Near the start

Water nearby

💧Water
3
closest: 63 m • at the spot
🛖Shelter
12
closest: 26 m • at the spot
🪑Seating
20
closest: 11 m • at the spot
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🅿️Parking
2
closest: 87 m • very close
Point details
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    11 m • at the spot
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    15 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    21 m • at the spot
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    23 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    26 m • at the spot
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    26 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    30 m • at the spot
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    39 m • at the spot
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    44 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    45 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    46 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    51 m • at the spot
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    51 m • at the spot
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    52 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    52 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    53 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    57 m • at the spot
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  • Water area
    63 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    64 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    64 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    65 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    66 m • at the spot
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  • Water area
    71 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    72 m • at the spot
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  • Water area
    72 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    73 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    74 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    74 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    85 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    87 m • very close
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  • Parking area
    87 m • very close
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  • Parking area
    88 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    93 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    106 m • very close
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  • Shelter area
    114 m • very close
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  • Shelter area
    114 m • very close
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Near the middle

Water nearby • Restrooms nearby

💧Water
2
closest: 53 m • at the spot
🚻Restrooms
2
closest: 48 m • at the spot
🛖Shelter
4
closest: 32 m • at the spot
Show 2 more
🪑Seating
11
closest: 30 m • at the spot
🅿️Parking
4
closest: 97 m • very close
Point details
  • Seating area
    30 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    30 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    32 m • at the spot
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  • Shelter area
    32 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    32 m • at the spot
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    33 m • at the spot
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    33 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    36 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    38 m • at the spot
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  • Restrooms area
    48 m • at the spot
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  • Restrooms area
    48 m • at the spot
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  • Water area
    53 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    70 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    80 m • very close
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  • Shelter area
    81 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    82 m • very close
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  • Shelter area
    82 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    94 m • very close
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  • Parking area
    97 m • very close
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  • Water area
    97 m • very close
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  • Parking area
    105 m • very close
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  • Parking area
    116 m • very close
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  • Parking area
    116 m • very close
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Near the end

No mapped amenities near this part of the trail.

Parking details

🅿 Parking

Large parking area
~1282 spacesEstimated capacity
18 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: highScore: 0.7

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: 1 m
🚪 ExitsTrail entrance / exit · 0 m from startTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exit0 mi1.0 mi0.5 mi
2 actionable exits· closest 0 m from start
  • High access density (1.94/mi).
  • Low dead-end count (2) improves bailout options.
  • Entrance count is estimated from graph topology (proxy).

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: 1.4 mi

Family VetCare of Phoenix

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

South Mountain Vet Clinic

2.1 mi from trail · Veterinary · Phoenix, 85044

Family VetCare of Chandler

2.4 mi from trail · Veterinary

Ahwatukee Commons Veterinary Hospital

2.8 mi from trail · Veterinary · 4902 East Warner Road, Phoenix, 85044

Banfield Pet Hospital

4.3 mi from trail · Veterinary

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 Pecos Park?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Pecos Park.

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

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

Is there drinking water available for dogs along Pecos Park?

Yes, there are 5 drinking water amenities available along Pecos Park.

Is Pecos Park mostly shaded or sun-exposed?

Pecos Park has high shade coverage, with a shade proxy percent of 100%.

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

The trail surface at Pecos Park is approximately 69.91% concrete and 30.09% unknown.

How muddy does Pecos Park get after rain?

Pecos Park has a low mud risk, with a mud risk score of 0.0752, as it is mostly paved.

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

Pecos Park is considered high crowd class due to large parking nearby and many trailhead amenities. The best time to visit is not specified.

What is the parking situation at Pecos Park?

Pecos Park has 18 parking spots with an estimated capacity of 1282. Whether there is a parking fee is unknown.

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

Pecos Park offers 22 benches, 16 shelters, 2 restrooms, and 9 picnic tables. Waste bins are not listed as available.

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

Pecos Park has a high heat risk. There are no listed water crossings or significant terrain hazards.