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Rose Mofford Sports Complex

Phoenix, AZ · Maricopa County · 1.2 mi · Out & back

A flat 1.2-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

Rose Mofford Sports Complex is a 1.2-mile dog-friendly trail in Phoenix, AZ. Includes leash-required policy details · high shade. Elevation gain is about 49 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
90%
Great fit
Short & easy to complete
Smooth, easy on paws
Warm; bring extra water
Senior Dog
Older dogs, 7+ years
100%
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
47%
Caution
Paw-friendly surface
Warm — check ground temp
Busy — may cause anxiety
Getting-Fit Dog
Building up stamina
100%
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
61%
Fair fit
1 water access point
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 walksHeat-sensitive dogsWater-loving dogsFirst-time trail dogs

Use caution if

Reactive dogs

Heavy foot traffic — frequent dog and person encounters

Most comfortable when

Morning or late afternoon

— Limited shade — more comfortable outside peak midday hours

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 awayLarkspur Cat Clinic

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:49 ftGain/mi:42 ft/miSteep sections:Low
Rated from 49 ft gain + 42 ft/mi.
Elevation Profile
1,257 ft1,240 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
74%
Concrete
26%

Quick read

Roughness: Low

This trail is mostly Not mapped. A notable share is concrete (26%). 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 (97%) to help you plan hydration and cooldown stops.

Water

Hydration & splash potential

Near water: 97%
Swim: Unlikely
Water nearby97%
Water along the trail
Lake / PondDry — no water within 200 mLake / PondDry — no water within 200 mLake / Pond0 mi1.2 mi1Lake / Pond

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 are unlikely.

Access & Entry

Trailheads, parking, and entry logistics for hiking with dogs

Parking Lots18
Capacity2354spaces est.
FeeFree

This section covers 2 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 (~60 m)

Other access points

Parking #2
🔓 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)Restrooms at 0.2 miRestrooms at 0.6 mi💧 Water (1)Water at 0.6 mi🛖 Shelters (2)Shelters at 0.5 miShelters at 0.6 mi🪑 Benches (7)Benches at 0.0 miBenches at 0.4 miBenches at 0.5 miBenches at 0.5 mi22 benches near 0.5-0.6 miBenches at 0.6 mi🍽️ Picnic tables (4)33 picnic tables near 0.5-0.6 miPicnic tables at 0.6 mi0 mi1.2 mi1

Near the start

Water nearby • Restrooms nearby

💧Water
1
closest: 74 m • at the spot
🚻Restrooms
1
closest: 88 m • very close
🛖Shelter
4
closest: 64 m • at the spot
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🪑Seating
47
closest: 23 m • at the spot
🅿️Parking
2
closest: 84 m • very close
Point details
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  • Shelter area
    71 m • at the spot
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    71 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    73 m • at the spot
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  • Water area
    74 m • at the spot
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  • Seating area
    78 m • very close
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    79 m • very close
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    79 m • very close
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    82 m • very close
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  • Parking area
    84 m • very close
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    84 m • very close
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  • Restrooms area
    88 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    88 m • very close
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    88 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    178 m • short walk
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Near the middle

Restrooms nearby

🚻Restrooms
2
closest: 76 m • very close
🪑Seating
3
closest: 95 m • very close
Point details
  • Restrooms area
    76 m • very close
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    76 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    95 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    95 m • very close
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  • Seating area
    217 m • short walk
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Near the end

No mapped amenities near this part of the trail.

Parking details

🅿 Parking

Large parking area
~2354 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: —
Method + full metrics

Based on trail graph connectivity and nearby exits.

Total spots: 2Actionable exits: 2Dead ends: 0Closest near Start: —Closest near Midpoint: 0 mClosest near End: —
🚪 ExitsTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exitTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exit0 mi1.2 mi0.6 mi
2 actionable exits
  • High access density (1.72/mi).
  • Low dead-end count (2) improves bailout options.
  • Entrance count is estimated from graph topology (proxy).

Top exits near Start

No mapped exits near Start. Try switching to a different anchor.

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

Larkspur Cat Clinic

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

Catalina Animal Hospital

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

43rd Avenue Animal Hospital

2.7 mi from trail · Veterinary · 4426 West Cactus Road, Glendale, 85304

Harmony Veterinary Hospital

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

Palo Verde Animal Hospital

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

Hazards

Updated: —

Low
Bike: 3

Primary concerns: Bike conflict (3)

Show hazard breakdown
Road crossings
Total: 0
Water crossings
0
Cliff / steep edge
0
Bike conflict
3
Off-leash conflict proxy
0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about dogs on this trail

Are dogs allowed on Rose Mofford Sports Complex?

Yes, dogs are allowed on the Rose Mofford Sports Complex trails.

Do dogs need to be on a leash on Rose Mofford Sports Complex?

Yes, dogs are required to be on a leash at all times on the Rose Mofford Sports Complex trails, in accordance with the blanket Phoenix city park leash policy.

Is there drinking water available for dogs along Rose Mofford Sports Complex?

Yes, there is drinking water available at the Rose Mofford Sports Complex.

Is Rose Mofford Sports Complex mostly shaded or sun-exposed?

Rose Mofford Sports Complex has high shade coverage, with a shade proxy percent of 1.

What is the trail surface like for dog paws on Rose Mofford Sports Complex?

The trail surface at Rose Mofford Sports Complex is approximately 65.07% unknown and 34.93% concrete. There is no asphalt or natural surface.

How muddy does Rose Mofford Sports Complex get after rain?

Rose Mofford Sports Complex has a low mud risk, with a score of 0.1627, due to it being mostly paved.

How crowded does Rose Mofford Sports Complex get, and when is the best time to visit?

Rose Mofford Sports Complex is considered high 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 Rose Mofford Sports Complex?

There are 18 parking spots available, with an estimated capacity of 2354. Whether there is a parking fee is unknown.

What amenities are available at Rose Mofford Sports Complex (restrooms, waste bins, benches)?

Amenities available include 33 benches, 4 shelters, 3 toilets, and 1 drinking water source. Waste baskets are not listed.

Are there any safety concerns for dogs on Rose Mofford Sports Complex (heat, terrain, water crossings)?

The heat risk is medium. There are no water crossings, and the terrain has a low roughness risk. There are 3 bike conflict proxies.