25 Dog-Friendly Hikes in Arizona

Arizona offers numerous dog-friendly hiking trails where you can enjoy the outdoors with your furry friends.

Here's a list of 25 dog-friendly hikes across Arizona:

1. Tom's Thumb Trail: Location: Scottsdale Highlights: A moderate trail in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve with stunning views.

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3. Shaw Butte Trail: Location: Phoenix Highlights: Dog-friendly trail offering panoramic views of the city.

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5. Papago Park Trails: Location: Phoenix/Tempe Highlights: Varied trails suitable for dogs, including the Hole-in-the-Rock Trail.

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7. A-Mountain (Hayden Butte Preserve): Location: Tempe Highlights: Dog-friendly trails near Arizona State University with city views.

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9. Bell Rock Pathway: Location: Sedona Highlights: Scenic trails suitable for dogs with beautiful red rock vistas.

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11. Woods Canyon Lake Trail: Location: Payson Highlights: A lakeside trail in Mogollon Rim with options for dogs to swim.

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13. Pinnacle Peak Park: Location: Scottsdale Highlights: Dog-friendly trails with Sonoran Desert landscapes and city views.

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15. Granite Mountain Loop Trail: Location: Prescott Highlights: A moderate trail featuring panoramic views and dog-friendly paths.

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17. Thumb Butte Trail #33: Location: Prescott Highlights: A pet-friendly trail offering scenic vistas of Prescott National Forest.

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19. Tumamoc Hill: Location: Tucson Highlights: A steep but pet-friendly trail with panoramic views of Tucson.

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21. Rogers Lake Connector Trail: Location: Flagstaff Highlights: A dog-friendly trail with views of mountains and Rogers Lake.

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23. Willow Lake Loop Trail: Location: Prescott Highlights: Dog-friendly trails with lake views and interesting rock formations.

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25. Flagstaff Urban Trails System (FUTS): Location: Flagstaff Highlights: A network of dog-friendly trails running through the city and parks.

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27. Saguaro National Park: Cactus Forest Trail: Location: Tucson Highlights: Dog-friendly trails through the Saguaro forest.

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29. Lost Dutchman State Park: Jacob's Crosscut Trail: Location: Apache Junction Highlights: A dog-friendly trail with views of the Superstition Mountains.

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31. Phoenix Mountains Preserve: Quartz Ridge Trail: Location: Phoenix Highlights: Dog-friendly trail with desert scenery and city views.

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33. Hart Prairie Loop Trail: Location: Flagstaff Highlights: A dog-friendly trail through meadows and forests near Flagstaff.

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35. Wet Beaver Creek Trail: Location: Sedona Highlights: Dog-friendly hike along a creek with swimming holes.

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37. Brown's Ranch Trailhead: Location: Scottsdale Highlights: Several dog-friendly trails with diverse landscapes and scenic views.

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39. Sycamore Canyon Wilderness: Taylor Cabin Trail: Location: Clarkdale Highlights: Dog-friendly trail featuring scenic canyon views.

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41. Lynx Lake Loop Trail: Location: Prescott Highlights: A dog-friendly loop around Lynx Lake with beautiful scenery.

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43. Estrella Mountain Regional Park: Rainbow Valley Trail: Location: Goodyear Highlights: Dog-friendly trails offering desert landscapes and mountain views.

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45. Sunset Vista Trail: Location: Flagstaff Highlights: Dog-friendly trail with views of the San Francisco Peaks.

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47. Little Granite Mountain Loop Trail: Location: Prescott Highlights: A dog-friendly loop trail with scenic views.

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49. Black Canyon City Trail: Location: Black Canyon City Highlights: Dog-friendly trail offering canyon views and historical sites.

Before heading out, it's recommended to check specific trail regulations, leash requirements, and ensure your dog is well-prepared for the hike with plenty of water and waste disposal provisions to maintain the trail's cleanliness.