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McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Lost Dog Wash Trailhead loop from Desert Mountain High School

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McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Lost Dog Wash Trailhead loop from Desert Mountain High School

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McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Lost Dog Wash Trailhead loop from Desert Mountain High School

01:10

4.21km

70m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 15, 2026

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Parking

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27 m

McDowell Sonoran Preserve

Highlight • Natural

The McDowell Sonoran Preserve spans over 30,000 acres, with over 230 miles of trails; it is the largest urban preserve in the country. It is an outdoor enthusiast playground for …

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27 m

Lost Dog Wash Trailhead

Highlight • Parking

This trailhead serves as one of the primary access points for the preserve, and is the starting point for shorter and easier trails that meander around and across the natural …

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662 m

Sunrise Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail winds through the lush oasis of the Sonoran Desert landscape. The path begins as a gentle ascent along a rocky singletrack before gradually getting steeper as you get …

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3.93 km

Lost Dog Wash Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

This trailhead has received an award for its Sustainable Desert Design. It offers plenty of parking for vehicles and equestrians, along with multiple gathering areas.

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4.21 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.13 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.13 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (580 m)

Lowest point (520 m)

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McDowell Sonoran Preserve – Lost Dog Wash Trailhead loop from Desert Mountain High School

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Lost Dog Wash Trailhead

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Lost Dog Wash Trailhead

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