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Trail 200A

Phoenix, AZ · Maricopa County · 1.8 mi · Out & back

A rolling 1.8-mile out & back. Mostly sun-exposed; best in the morning or evening during summer.

Dogs allowedAllowed
Leash ruleRequired
Trail effortRolling
ShadeExposed
Certified dog policySource: Trail Rules | Phoenix Parks and RecreationAvoid midday in summer.
Best entry:Parking #1

Trail 200A is a 1.8-mile dog-friendly trail in Phoenix, AZ. Includes leash-required policy details · low shade. Elevation gain is about 502 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
55%
Fair fit
Short & easy to complete
Natural & paw-friendly
Mostly exposed
Senior Dog
Older dogs, 7+ years
53%
Caution
Steep — hard on aging joints
Short, relaxed walk
Smooth surface — easy going
Reactive Dog
Reactive to dogs & strangers
41%
Tough
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
69%
Good fit
Ideal starter length (1–2.5 mi)
Too steep for fitness building
Can shorten route if needed
Water Lover
Dogs who love to swim & splash
8%
Not ideal
No water access found
Leash required — limits water play

Trail Suitability

Who this trail works best for — and what to watch

Exposed, hilly trail — challenging for many dogs

Use caution if

Reactive dogs

Heavy foot traffic — frequent dog and person encounters

Senior dogs

Steep sections present — hard on aging joints and cardiovascular system

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

  • Natural, soft surface
  • 502 ft of elevation gain — good cardio workout

Safety & Conditions

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

HAZARDSLow
SHADE / HEATExposedHeat risk present
CROWDHighBusy trail — expect company on weekends
NEAREST VET2.9 km awayBanfield Pet 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

EffortRolling
SurfaceMixed
ShadeLow
WaterNone

Elevation & Width

Distance and climbing are shown together so you can judge overall effort for your dog on a 1.

Trail Effort

Moderate

Gentle hills. Most healthy adult dogs will enjoy this.

EasyModerate
Challenging
Strenuous
Gain:502 ftGain/mi:274 ft/miSteep sections:High
Rated from 502 ft gain + 274 ft/mi.
Elevation Profile
1,608 ft1,470 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

Top surfaces

Dirt
94%
Not mapped
5.8%

Quick read

Roughness: Low

This trail is mostly Dirt. Softer footing—can get muddy after rain. 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

7.5%
Shade along the trail
0 mi1.8 mi1SunPartialShadeDense

Exposure mix

Sun
92%
Partial
0%
Shade
8%
Dense
0%

Quick read

Limited natural shade. Expect prolonged sun exposure.

Water Access

Water proximity is tracked along the route (16%) to help you plan hydration and cooldown stops.

Water

Hydration & splash potential

Near water: 16%
Swim: Unlikely
Water nearby16%
Water along the trail
Dry — no water within 200 mStreamDry — no water within 200 m0 mi1.8 mi1Stream

Water types nearby

CanalStream

Canal • Stream

Quick read

Water is limited near the trail—bring enough for you and your dog. Swimming spots are unlikely.

Access & Entry

Trailheads, parking, and entry logistics for hiking with dogs

Parking Lots17
Capacity496spaces est.
FeeFree

This section covers 3 trailheads listed, 17 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📍 ~180 m from trail🅿 Medium lot

Other access points

Parking #2
🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 ~180 m from trail🅿 Medium lot
Parking #3
🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 ~190 m from trail🅿 Small lot

Amenities along the route

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

Amenities along the trail
🚻 Restrooms (1)Restrooms at 0.0 miℹ️ Info boards (2)Info boards at 0.9 miInfo boards at 0.9 mi0 mi1.8 mi1

Near the start

Restrooms nearby

🚻Restrooms
2
closest: 145 m • very close
🅿️Parking
15
closest: 138 m • very close
Point details
  • Parking area
    138 m • very close
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  • Parking area
    139 m • very close
    ↗
  • Restrooms area
    145 m • very close
    ↗
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  • Restrooms area
    147 m • very close
    ↗
  • Parking area
    181 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    181 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    186 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    187 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    278 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    280 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    284 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    287 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    340 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    340 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    417 m • nearby
    ↗
  • Parking area
    449 m • nearby
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  • Parking area
    449 m • nearby
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Near the middle

No mapped amenities near this part of the trail.

Near the end

A few amenities nearby

🅿️Parking
2
closest: 325 m • nearby
✳️Other
3
closest: 3 m • at the spot
Point details
  • Other area
    3 m • at the spot
    ↗
  • Other area
    160 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Other area
    165 m • short walk
    ↗
Show 2 more
  • Parking area
    325 m • nearby
    ↗
  • Parking area
    329 m • nearby
    ↗
Parking details

🅿 Parking

Large parking area
~496 spacesEstimated capacity
17 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: mediumScore: 0.35

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: 0 m
🚪 ExitsTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exitTrail entrance / exit · 0 m from start0 mi1.8 mi0.9 mi
2 actionable exits· closest 0 m from start
  • Low dead-end count (2) improves bailout options.
  • Entrance count is estimated from graph topology (proxy).
  • Graph-based route structure estimate using stored segment geometry.

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: 1.8 mi

Banfield Pet Hospital

1.8 mi from trail · Veterinary

Palo Verde Animal Hospital

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

BluePearl

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

Lovet Pet Health Care - Madison

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

Animal Care Hospital of Phoenix

4.0 mi from trail · Veterinary · 3131 East Thomas Road, Phoenix, 85016

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 Trail 200A?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Trail 200A.

Do dogs need to be on a leash on Trail 200A?

Yes, dogs must be on a leash at all times on Trail 200A, as per Phoenix city park policy.

Is there drinking water available for dogs along Trail 200A?

Unknown based on available data.

Is Trail 200A mostly shaded or sun-exposed?

Trail 200A has low shade coverage, with only about 7.55% of the trail being shaded.

What is the trail surface like for dog paws on Trail 200A?

Trail 200A is primarily a dirt surface, making up about 93.9% of the trail.

How muddy does Trail 200A get after rain?

Trail 200A has a high risk of getting muddy due to its mostly natural dirt surfaces.

How crowded does Trail 200A get, and when is the best time to visit?

Trail 200A is considered highly crowded, likely due to large parking availability nearby. Specific times for best visits are unknown.

What is the parking situation at Trail 200A?

There are 17 parking areas with an estimated capacity of 496 vehicles at Trail 200A. Whether there is a parking fee is unknown.

What amenities are available at Trail 200A (restrooms, waste bins, benches)?

Trail 200A has 2 restrooms available. There are no benches or waste baskets noted.

Are there any safety concerns for dogs on Trail 200A (heat, terrain, water crossings)?

Trail 200A has a low heat risk and low terrain roughness risk. There are no water crossings or road crossings noted.