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Wind Cave Trail #281


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Basic info
Distance: 
1.5 miles
Elevation change: 
770 feet
Low elevation: 
2,030 feet
High elevation: 
2,800 feet
Season(s): 
Spring
Season(s): 
Summer
Season(s): 
Fall
Season(s): 
Winter
Difficulty: 
Moderate
Traffic: 
Moderate
Usage: 
Hiking
Description: 

Beginning at the Wind Cave Trailhead, this trail almost immediately crosses the Pass Mountain Loop Trail #282 and proceeds through the Tonto National Forest boundary fence. It ascends gradually for 0.5 miles, but the remainder of the trail is steep and strict attention should be paid to footing. The return trip is over the same route.

Attractions:

  • As hikers ascend the hillside, panoramic view on the southwest can be scene.
  • Wind Cave Trail offers many examples of Sonoran Desert flora.
  • With appropriate precipitation, the mountain slopes showcase many colorful spring wildflowers.

 

Directions: 

The trailhead is located in Usery Mountain Park at 3939 N. Usery Pass Road in Mesa. The trail starts at north end of Wind Cave Drive in the picnic area.