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Trail 1A

Phoenix, AZ · Maricopa County · 1.8 mi · Network

A flat 1.8-mile network. Mostly sun-exposed; water access along most of the route; best in the morning or evening during summer.

Dogs allowedAllowed
Leash ruleRequired
Trail effortFlat
ShadeExposed
Certified dog policySource: Trail Rules | Phoenix Parks and RecreationBest in spring and fall; avoid midday in summer.
Best entry:Parking #3

Trail 1A is a 1.8-mile dog-friendly trail in Phoenix, AZ. Includes leash-required policy details · low shade. Elevation gain is about 121 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
78%
Good fit
Short & easy to complete
Natural & paw-friendly
Mostly exposed
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
51%
Caution
Soft natural surface
Mostly exposed
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
80%
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

Exposed, with swim access trail — good fit with minor considerations

Best for

Senior dogsSmall dogsEasy walksWater-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

Avoid after heavy rain

— Trail gets significantly muddy — surfaces become slippery and paws stay wet

Why this trail works

  • Swim access confirmed — water features along the route
  • Natural, soft surface
  • Essentially flat — average slope under 3%

Safety & Conditions

Hazards, heat exposure, crowd level, and nearby emergency vet context

HAZARDSLow
SHADE / HEATExposedHeat risk present
CROWDHighBusy trail — expect company on weekends
NEAREST VET1.5 km awayPalo Verde Animal Hospital

Heat exposure

Low shade coverage — bring extra water and avoid midday in summer.

Terrain & Comfort

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

EffortFlat
SurfaceMixed
ShadeLow
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:121 ftGain/mi:66 ft/miSteep sections:Low
Rated from 121 ft gain + 66 ft/mi.
Elevation Profile
1,325 ft1,260 ft0 mi1.8 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: Dirt

Softer footing that can feel easier on paws and joints.

Soft footingSmooth / Paw-friendly
Surface along the trail
DirtConcreteDirtConcreteDirtConcreteDirt0 mi1.8 mi1Natural/SoftHard

Top surfaces

Dirt
70%
Not mapped
19%
Concrete
11%

Quick read

Roughness: Low

This trail is mostly Dirt. A notable share is not mapped (19%). You will also encounter concrete (11%). 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

LOW

Low shade coverage

0.0%
Shade along the trail
0 mi1.8 mi1SunPartialShadeDense

Exposure mix

Sun
100%
Partial
0%
Shade
0%
Dense
0%

Quick read

Limited natural shade. Expect prolonged sun exposure.

Water Access

Water proximity is tracked along the route (91%) to help you plan hydration and cooldown stops.

Water

Hydration & splash potential

Near water: 91%
Swim: Likely
Water nearby91%
Water along the trail
StreamDry — no water within 200 mLake / PondDry — no water within 200 mLake / PondStream0 mi1.8 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 Lots22
Capacity731spaces est.
FeeFree

This section covers 3 trailheads listed, 22 parking lots, and amenity placement so you can plan start points and access logistics before arriving.

Primary trailhead

Myrtle Tunnel Trail Head
Primary🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 Near trail (~25 m)

Other access points

Myrtle Tunnel Trail Head
🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 Near trail (~25 m)
Parking #3
🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 Near trail (~55 m)

Amenities along the route

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

Amenities along the trail
💧 Water (1)Water at 0.4 mi🛖 Shelters (6)Shelters at 0.1 mi33 shelters near 0.3-0.3 miShelters at 0.4 miShelters at 0.6 mi🪑 Benches (2)Benches at 0.1 miBenches at 0.3 mi🍽️ Picnic tables (2)Picnic tables at 0.1 miPicnic tables at 0.4 mi🗑️ Waste bins (1)Waste bins at 0.1 miℹ️ Info boards (1)Info boards at 0.5 mi0 mi1.8 mi1

Near the start

A few amenities nearby

🅿️Parking
4
closest: 62 m • at the spot
✳️Other
1
closest: 142 m • very close
Point details
  • Parking area
    62 m • at the spot
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  • Parking area
    62 m • at the spot
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  • Phoenix Mountains Preserve
    142 m • very close
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  • Myrtle Tunnel Trail Head
    159 m • short walk
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  • Myrtle Tunnel Trail Head
    159 m • short walk
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Near the middle

Water nearby

💧Water
1
closest: 236 m • short walk
🛖Shelter
8
closest: 204 m • short walk
🪑Seating
4
closest: 228 m • short walk
Point details
  • Shelter area
    204 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Shelter area
    206 m • short walk
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  • Shelter area
    222 m • short walk
    ↗
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  • Shelter area
    223 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Shelter area
    224 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Shelter area
    225 m • short walk
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  • Seating area
    228 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Seating area
    229 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Seating area
    232 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Water area
    236 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Shelter area
    237 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Seating area
    238 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Shelter area
    238 m • short walk
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Near the end

A few amenities nearby

🛖Shelter
4
closest: 207 m • short walk
🪑Seating
4
closest: 207 m • short walk
🗑️Trash bins
2
closest: 207 m • short walk
Show 2 more
🅿️Parking
18
closest: 235 m • short walk
✳️Other
1
closest: 218 m • short walk
Point details
  • Trash bins area
    207 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Seating area
    207 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Shelter area
    207 m • short walk
    ↗
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  • Shelter area
    207 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Seating area
    216 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Other area
    218 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    235 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    239 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Seating area
    239 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Shelter area
    239 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Shelter area
    239 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Trash bins area
    239 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Seating area
    241 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    286 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    286 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    359 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    359 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    370 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    370 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    379 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    383 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    409 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    409 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    418 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    419 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    422 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    424 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    424 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    426 m • nearby
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Parking details

🅿 Parking

Large parking area
~731 spacesEstimated capacity
22 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: 0.75

Fast exits if you need to shorten the route.

Actionable: 10Dead ends: 0Closest Start: 18 m
Method + full metrics

Based on trail graph connectivity and nearby exits.

Total spots: 10Actionable exits: 10Dead ends: 0Closest near Start: 18 mClosest near Midpoint: 80 mClosest near End: 0 m
🚪 ExitsTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exitTrail entrance / exit · 18 m from startTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exitTrail entrance / exit · 98 m from startTrail entrance / exit · 103 m from startTrail entrance / exit · 106 m from startTrail entrance / exit · 121 m from startTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exitTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exitTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exit0 mi1.8 mi0.9 mi
10 actionable exits· closest 18 m from start
  • High access density (5.47/mi).
  • Route structure (network) supports alternate exits.
  • Entrance count is estimated from graph topology (proxy).

Top exits near Start

Trail entrance / exit

Near Start · 18 m from start

EntranceDead End
18 mGoogle Maps OSM unavailable

Trail entrance / exit

Near Start · 98 m from start

EntranceDead End
98 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: 1.0 mi

Palo Verde Animal Hospital

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

Lovet Pet Health Care - Madison

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

Banfield Pet Hospital

2.9 mi from trail · Veterinary

Harmony Veterinary Hospital

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

BluePearl

3.8 mi from trail · Veterinary · East Indian School Road, Phoenix, 85016

Hazards

Updated: —

Low
Water: 3

Primary concerns: Water crossings (3)

Show hazard breakdown
Road crossings
Total: 0
Water crossings
3
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 Trail 1A?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Trail 1A.

Do dogs need to be on a leash on Trail 1A?

Yes, dogs are required to be on a leash at all times on Trail 1A, as per the blanket Phoenix city park leash policy.

Is there drinking water available for dogs along Trail 1A?

Yes, there is drinking water available at Trail 1A.

Is Trail 1A mostly shaded or sun-exposed?

Trail 1A has low shade coverage, with 0% shade from trees.

What is the trail surface like for dog paws on Trail 1A?

The trail surface is primarily dirt, making up about 63.6% of the trail. There is also some concrete, approximately 13.2%.

How muddy does Trail 1A get after rain?

Trail 1A has a high risk of getting muddy, due to its mostly natural surfaces.

How crowded does Trail 1A get, and when is the best time to visit?

Trail 1A gets crowded, with reasons including large parking nearby, many trailhead amenities, and proximity to residential areas. The best time to visit is unknown based on available data.

What is the parking situation at Trail 1A?

There are 22 parking areas with an estimated capacity of 731 vehicles. Whether there is a parking fee is unknown.

What amenities are available at Trail 1A (restrooms, waste bins, benches)?

Amenities available include 6 benches, 12 shelters, 2 picnic tables, 2 waste baskets, and 1 drinking water source. There are no restrooms available.

Are there any safety concerns for dogs on Trail 1A (heat, terrain, water crossings)?

Trail 1A has a low heat risk. There are 3 water crossings along the trail. The terrain has a low roughness risk.