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Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area

Best Hiking Trails in Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area



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Overview

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area is a protected area in Arizona. It borders Tonto National Forest. Maps of the area can be found here: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/assets/1/6/spur-cross-8x11.pdf

It can be accessed through Spur Cross Trailhead.

There is no overnight camping allowed in Spur Cross Conservation Area, however many people park at Spur Cross Trailhead and hike through to Tonto National Forest to camp.

There is a $3/person fee to use the conservation area.


  • Hiking Trails (7)
  1. 1
    Elephant Mountain
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ MODERATE 5.9 mi
  2. 2
    Spur Cross Trail Loop
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ MODERATE 7.5 mi
  3. 3
    Corral Loop via Spur Cross Trail and Limestone Trail #252
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ DIFFICULT 9.0 mi
  4. 4
    Dragonfly Trail and Tortuga Trail Loop
    ★ ★ ★ ★ EASY 3.9 mi
  5. 5
    Spur Cross Trail and Metate Trail Loop
    ★ ★ EASY 2.5 mi
  6. 6
    Dragonfly Trail
    ★ ★ EASY 1.7 mi
  7. 7
    Elephant Mountain
    ★ ★ ★ ★ EASY 2.0 mi