Nearby Parks Hiking Trails Park Rules If you’re having a great time here, don’t forget Hunter Trail: A difficult 1.6-mile trail that General Rules to visit one of the three other state parks in the begins on the north side from Barrett Loop and • Do not litter! “Leave no trace” and pack area! goes to the top of the peak. The trail climbs a out what you bring in, or use the trash McFarland State Historic Park (38 miles) PICACHO PEAK resistant path typical of the . receptacles provided in the park. Named after Governor Ernest W. McFarland, The route is steep and twisting with steel cables • Drive your vehicle only on designated who signed the bill to form State anchored in the rock where the surface is bare. paved surfaces. Park only in designated Parks & Trails, the building has served as the Gloves are strongly recommended. A difficult parking areas. Do not park on the side of county courthouse, sheriff’s office, and jail until but rewarding hike. the road. converting to a county hospital. (520) 868- Sunset Vista Trail: A 2.6-mile trail that is • Stay on designated trails. Cutting trails 5216 moderate for the first 2 miles, then becomes degrades habitat and harms the landscape. steep and difficult as it approaches the junction • Do not use glass containers in the park. (48 miles) This 4,000- • All of our parks adhere to firearm and acre wildlife refuge is located in the eclectic where it joins the Hunter Trail. Total distance from the trailhead to the peak is 3.1 miles. hunting regulations. Please familiarize town of Oracle in the northern foothills of the yourself with this information. Catalina Mountains. The park offers day-use Trail starts from the westernmost parking area picnic areas, over 15 miles of hiking trails, and travels on the south side of the mountain. Fires and intersects with the . (520) This hike is not recommended during the hot • Keep fires in grills or designated state parks 896-2425 summer months. fire rings. Never leave fires unattended! • Do not gather firewood in the parks. (36 miles) With miles of Calloway Trail: A moderate 0.5-mile trail that 09/20 leads to an overlook. Firewood is for sale in most park stores. hiking, birding, biking, and equestrian trails • Fireworks are not permitted in state parks. Visitors traveling through southern Arizona on winding through the base of the Santa Catalina Nature Trail: An easy 0.4-mile trail with • Be “fire smart” and check fire restrictions at Interstate-10 can’t miss the prominent pointe of Mountains and the , interpretive signs. azstateparks.com/fire-safety. Picacho Peak State Park. The peak has been this park is truly a haven of desert wilderness. Children’s Cave Trail: An easy 0.2-mile trail Canyons, pools, and saguaros beckon to used as a landmark by travelers for centuries! Camping that leads to a small alcove in the mountain. • Campsites are limited to up to six adults and visitors! (520) 628-5798 Picacho Peak is also the location of the most- up to 10 people total. Cabins are limited to western conflict of the Civil War, “The Battle of six people total. Picacho Pass,” a skirmish between Union and • There are designated dump facilities at the Confederate soldiers. You can learn more at park for your convenience. the Ranger Station and from the interpretive • To reserve group campgrounds, please trail in the park. contact the park directly. Enjoy the view as you hike the trails that wind Pets up the peak. The park and its surrounding • Keep your pets on a maximum six-foot area are known for their unique geological leash at all times. Pets must be attended at significance, outstanding and varied desert Hiking Tips all times. growth, and historic significance. Please use caution and carry a map. Those • Pick up after your pet. The park includes a visitor center, park store, planning to hike the longer trails should carry • For additional information related to pets, campgrounds, picnic areas, ramadas, grills, at least two to three quarts of water per person visit our website or ask park staff. hiking trails, and a playground. Established 1957 and wear proper footwear. Please remember Additional Rules Thank you for visiting! that summer temperatures often exceed 100° • Drones are not permitted. Picacho Peak State Park F (38°C). 15520 Picacho Peak Rd, Picacho, AZ 85141 • Rock-climbing and base-jumping are not Group Day-Use Areas permitted. (520) 466-3183 | 1-877-MYPARKS Four day-use ramadas are available for your The rules of this park are not azstateparks.com/picacho event. Each ramada has picnic tables and limited to the rules listed above. AZStateParks charcoal grills. Some ramadas have electricity, Additional park rules may be found at Like/Follow/Watch us on: 1-877-MYPARKS | azstateparks.com and most have restrooms nearby. azstateparks.com. To Phoenix 75mi Trail Code Trail Name Length One Way Elevation Difference 120km mi km ft m CA Calloway 0.5 0.8 334 102 CC Children's Cave 0.2 0.3 81 25 HU Hunter 1.6 2.6 1371 418 E

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