Maricopa Trail

The Maricopa Trail is a multi-use trail in Maricopa County that surrounds the cities and the Sun Circle Trail.

At 539.1 km, this is a demanding long-distance hike that may be split across multiple days. Experienced hikers typically take around 119 hours and 48 minutes to complete it end-to-end.

As a linear trail, this route has distinct start and end points. Return transport is worth arranging in advance unless you plan to walk back the same way. Look for the MT trail markings to stay on the official route.

A Regional Walking Network (RWN) route, this trail weaves through the regional landscape connecting villages, viewpoints, and countryside.