Wildflowers and saguaro cacti paint the scenery at Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve, with numerous trails fit for runners. Start at the Granite Mountain trailhead in the northern area for a stunning run along the Granite Mountain Loop Trail, whether you choose the 3-mile Scenic path or the 6.1 mile Long Loop. If you’re inclined for inclines, choose the steeper Brown’s Mountain Trail.
Wildflowers and saguaro cacti paint the scenery at Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve, with numerous trails fit for runners. Start at the Granite Mountain trailhead in the northern area for a stunning run along the Granite Mountain Loop Trail, whether you choose the 3-mile Scenic path or the 6.1 mile Long Loop. If you’re inclined for inclines, choose the steeper Brown’s Mountain Trail.