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McDowell Sonoran Preserve

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McDowell Sonoran Preserve

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Mike J wrote a review Dec 2020
39 contributions
NO masks
Busy trails with big groups and practically NO one wearing a mask. NOT even those 65+ who are most vulnerable.
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Date of experience: December 2020
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tamdak79 wrote a review Dec 2020
6 contributions1 helpful vote
Beautiful hike!
We didn't do the whole loop, as we ran out of time, but a super beautiful hike! I highly recommend it, and it wasn't too hard. Rocky in areas, but to be expected.
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Date of experience: December 2020
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Gretchen K wrote a review Nov 2020
Madison, Wisconsin7 contributions
Nice hiking and Mt biking
Nice hiking and mountain biking trials. Great scenery, large saguaro cactus, even saw a tortoise at one point! Busy trials.
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Date of experience: November 2020
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Andrea D wrote a review Nov 2020
Portland, Oregon3 contributions
Very scenic
I chose this hiking trail because it wasn't too difficult and also scenic. Didn't disappoint! I highly recommend the gateway trail!
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Date of experience: November 2020
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Ashlyn F wrote a review Oct 2020
Nashville, Tennessee142 contributions39 helpful votes
Gateway Loop trail
We hiked the Gateway Loop Trail that is almost 5 miles long. This is a nice, intermediate trail. the trail is very rocky and dusty. Elevation change is not too bad, and there are only parts of the trail that become strenuous. It is about 25 mins from Old Town Scottsdale
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Date of experience: October 2020
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