Home / Arizona / Phoenix Thash Kavid North Trail Phoenix, AZ · Maricopa County · 1.3 mi · Point to point
A flat 1.3-mile point to point. Good shade throughout; 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 High shade
Thash Kavid North Trail is a 1.3-mile dog-friendly trail in Phoenix, AZ. Includes leash-required policy details · high shade. Elevation gain is about 95 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
✓ Short & easy to complete
✓ Natural & paw-friendly
✓ Well-shaded route
🐕 Senior Dog
Older dogs, 7+ years
✓ Flat & joint-friendly
✓ Short, relaxed walk
✓ 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
✓ Well-shaded — stays cooler
✓ Quiet — less stressful
💪 Getting-Fit Dog
Building up stamina
✓ Ideal starter length (1–2.5 mi)
✓ Flat — great for conditioning
✓ Can shorten route if needed
💧 Water Lover
Dogs who love to swim & splash
✓ Swim spots confirmed on this trail
✓ Water along most of the route
– Leash required — limits water play
ℹ Well-shaded, with swim access trail — comfortable for most dogs
Best for
Senior dogs Small dogs Easy walks Heat-sensitive dogs Reactive dogs Water-loving dogs First-time trail dogs
Most comfortable when
Avoid after heavy rain
— Trail gets significantly muddy — surfaces become slippery and paws stay wet Why this trail works
HAZARDS Low
SHADE / HEAT High shade Heat risk present
CROWD Low Typically uncrowded
NEAREST VET 2.1 km away South Mountain Vet Clinic
Effort Flat
Surface Mixed
Shade High
Water Good
Elevation & Width Distance and climbing are shown together so you can judge overall effort for your dog on a 1.
Easy Flat or gently rolling. Comfortable for almost all dogs.
Easy Moderate
Challenging
Strenuous
Gain: 95 ftGain/mi: 71 ft/miSteep sections: Low
Rated from 95 ft gain + 71 ft/mi. 1,467 ft 1,378 ft 0 mi 1.3 mi 1 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: Dirt
Softer footing that can feel easier on paws and joints.
Soft footing Smooth / Paw-friendly
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Roughness: Low This trail is mostly Dirt. Softer footing—can get muddy after rain. Generally comfortable for most dogs.
Best for relaxed walks expect 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 Shade along the trail
0 mi 1.3 mi 1 Sun Partial Shade Dense
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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 nearby 100%
Water types nearby
River Stream
River • Stream
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Water is frequently near the route—great for cooling breaks. Bring a bowl anyway. Swimming spots may be available. Check current/flow after rain.
Parking Lots 0
Capacity —
Fee Free
This section covers 2 trailheads listed, 0 parking lots, and amenity placement so you can plan start points and access logistics before arriving.
Primary trailhead 📍
Info Point #2
Primary 🔓 Access not confirmed 💵 Fee not posted 📍 On trail
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Other access points 📍
Info Point #3
🔓 Access not confirmed 💵 Fee not posted 📍 On trail
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Amenities along the route Nearby facilities around the start, middle, and end of this trail.
Amenities along the trail
ℹ️ Info boards (6) Info boards at 0.0 mi Info boards at 0.1 mi Info boards at 0.1 mi Info boards at 0.3 mi Info boards at 0.5 mi Info boards at 0.7 mi 0 mi 1.3 mi 1
Near the start A few amenities nearby
✳️ Other
5 closest: 2 m • at the spot
Point details Other area 2 m • at the spot
↗ Other area 86 m • very close
↗ Other area 138 m • very close
↗ Show 2 more Other area 232 m • short walk
↗ Other area 243 m • short walk
↗ Near the middle A few amenities nearby
✳️ Other
1 closest: 116 m • very close
Point details Other area 116 m • very close
↗ Near the end A few amenities nearby
✳️ Other
4 closest: 4 m • at the spot
Point details Other area 4 m • at the spot
↗ Other area 104 m • very close
↗ Other area 145 m • very close
↗ Show 1 more Other area 232 m • short walk
↗ Parking details Parking availability unknown — Estimated capacity
Highlights No highlights are available for this trail yet.
Bailout & exit options Exit options (Bailouts) Bailout: high Score: 0.7
Fast exits if you need to shorten the route.
Actionable: 2 Dead ends: 0 Closest Start: 1 m
Method + full metrics Based on trail graph connectivity and nearby exits.
Total spots: 2 Actionable exits: 2 Dead ends: 0 Closest near Start: 1 m Closest near Midpoint: — Closest near End: 0 m
🚪 Exits Trail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exit Trail entrance / exit · 1 m from start 0 mi 1.3 mi 0.7 mi · closest 1 m from start
High access density (1.5/mi). Low dead-end count (2) improves bailout options. Entrance count is estimated from graph topology (proxy). Start Midpoint End
Top exits near Start Trail entrance / exit
Near Start · 1 m from start
Entrance Dead End
Current hazard level is marked as low. 5 nearby emergency veterinary options mapped where available.
South Mountain Vet Clinic
1.3 mi from trail · Veterinary · Phoenix, 85044
Family VetCare of Phoenix
2.0 mi from trail · Veterinary · 3908 East Chandler Boulevard, Phoenix, 85048
Ahwatukee Commons Veterinary Hospital
2.3 mi from trail · Veterinary · 4902 East Warner Road, Phoenix, 85044
Banfield Pet Hospital
3.1 mi from trail · Veterinary
Phoenix Veterinary Center
3.3 mi from trail · Veterinary
Low
Primary concerns: Water crossings (1)
Show hazard breakdown Are dogs allowed on Thash Kavid North Trail? Yes, dogs are allowed on the Thash Kavid North Trail.
Do dogs need to be on a leash on Thash Kavid North Trail? Yes, dogs are required to be on a leash at all times on the Thash Kavid North Trail, as per the blanket Phoenix city park leash policy.
Is there drinking water available for dogs along Thash Kavid North Trail? Unknown based on available data.
Is Thash Kavid North Trail mostly shaded or sun-exposed? The Thash Kavid North Trail is classified as having high shade.
What is the trail surface like for dog paws on Thash Kavid North Trail? The Thash Kavid North Trail is entirely composed of natural dirt surfaces.
How muddy does Thash Kavid North Trail get after rain? The Thash Kavid North Trail has a high risk of getting muddy due to its mostly natural dirt surfaces.
How crowded does Thash Kavid North Trail get, and when is the best time to visit? The Thash Kavid North Trail is considered low crowd, with low access infrastructure nearby potentially influencing visitor numbers.
What is the parking situation at Thash Kavid North Trail? Unknown based on available data.
What amenities are available at Thash Kavid North Trail (restrooms, waste bins, benches)? Unknown based on available data.
Are there any safety concerns for dogs on Thash Kavid North Trail (heat, terrain, water crossings)? The Thash Kavid North Trail has a low heat risk and low roughness risk. There is one water crossing on the trail.