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curl -X POST \
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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/stories\/post\/3-under-appreciated-scottsdale-trails\/","crawl_time":1775661509,"first_indexed_time":1519226336,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,experiencescottsdale!www,\/stories\/post\/3-under-appreciated-scottsdale-trails\/ s443","src_root_hash":"8829251984658840816","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"3 Scenic & Quiet Hiking Trails In Scottsdale, AZ","meta_descriptions":["These scenic yet quiet hikes in Scottsdale will take you away from the masses to enjoy a more peaceful stroll. Here are three under-appreciated ones to enjoy."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"When my wife woke up on New Year’s Day, she found a note stuck to the refrigerator: “Going for a 1,000-mile walk. Be back soon.” She knew her idiot husband was at it again.\nBy nature, I’m an avid hiker, racking up a few hundred miles each year just by accident. But sometimes life gets in the way. During particularly busy stretches I am chained to the computer. So occasionally I like to reestablish my priorities with a simple resolution. I set a goal of hiking 1,000 miles during the 2018 calendar year, which I'm proud to say I \naccomplished\n.\nWhile my wife might call it a second job, it’s a goal that pulls me away from the computer, puts me outside in this beautiful state, and keeps me healthy and happy. And if I’m able to wolf down more burgers and pie without gaining weight, that’s just a sweet bonus.\nThe other thing it does is force me to\nseek fresh trails\n. While I wear out plenty of old favorites, I yearn for new scenery. In that spirit, I wanted to track down some of Scottsdale’s under-appreciated trails, ones that are off the radar a bit. After a couple of balmy winter days hiking amid Scottsdale saguaros, here’s what I discovered.\nKnow before you go, check out our summer \nhiking safety guide.\nRenegade Trail\nA flurry of trail building in the northern section of\nScottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve\nover the past couple of years added some dandies. The fast, curvy Renegade is one of these as it swoops through clusters of tawny boulders interrupted by cactus fields. Mostly level, it climbs up and over a couple of low ridges offering nice views of Granite Mountain to the south and Tonto National Forest to the north.\nRenegade Trail is 2.1 miles long and obviously designed by mountain bikers with an almost liquid flow as it stretches between 136\nth\nStreet Trail and High Desert Trail. I seem to be drawn more and more to biker trails, attracted by their distance and design. There are several ways to access Renegade from\nGranite Mountain Trailhead\nbut even the shortest route will be a shade over 8 miles total. It’s totally worth it to experience a quiet side of Scottsdale that often goes unnoticed.  \nDiablo Trails\nJust west of Renegade are the twisted corkscrews of\nNorth and South Diablo\n. These torturous pathways seem to exist in a post-apocalyptic world populated by half-mad bikers. They’re tucked behind a gate in a previously unmapped corner of the preserve. Big warning signs are posted to scare off all but the most crazed spoke-jockeys. But the features that make the trails challenging for bikers—the stone ledges, protruding rock slabs and sharp curves—make it great fun for hikers. The Diablos are textured trails with lots of visual interest.\nBoth North and South Diablo are sub-divided into a series of internal loops. Trails signs stating “Most Difficult” point the way to the hardcore technical stuff. Hikers can pick and choose the route as they see fit. The Diablo Trails sit directly north of Cholla Mountain and can be accessed from\nBrowns’ Ranch Trailhead\n, approximately a 9-mile round trip. Or be an idiot like yours truly and piece together a route from Granite Mountain Trailhead that includes Renegade Trail and returns along the western slope of Granite Mountain. That long day put 12 miles in my ledger and also earned me a tasty burger.\nInsider Tip\n: For information on guided hikes and mountain bike rides, educational walks and naturalist lectures in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, click\nhere\n.\nScenic Trail\nLocated in\nMcDowell Mountain Regional Park\n,\nthe Scenic Trail is an easy 4.3-mile loop. It branches off the Pemberton Trail and makes a gentle climb to the crest of the rolling Lousley Hills. This hike would be especially beautiful following a wet winter like we've just had because the slopes are covered with brittlebush. Clusters of saguaro dot the shoulders of the hills, including a rare crested saguaro—crested on an arm instead of the top—near a mid-way bench. \nFrom the high vantage point, I enjoyed some of the best views in the park. The McDowell Mountains rise in the west and to the east is the distinctive profile of Four Peaks, flanked by green fields of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation. To the south is the finger thrust of Weaver’s Needle poking through the furious clutter of the Superstition Mountains. I even spotted a glint of something shiny, likely a nugget of gold from the Lost Dutchman Mine. So now that I’ve discovered it, I’m incredibly wealthy. Maybe next time I’ll just hire someone to hike the 1,000 miles for me. ","attrs_markdown":"This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience possible. 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Be back soon.” She knew her idiot husband was at it again.\n\nBy nature, I’m an avid hiker, racking up a few hundred miles each year just by accident. But sometimes life gets in the way. During particularly busy stretches I am chained to the computer. So occasionally I like to reestablish my priorities with a simple resolution. I set a goal of hiking 1,000 miles during the 2018 calendar year, which I'm proud to say I [accomplished](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/stories\/post\/reflections-of-a-1000-mile-hiker\/).\n\nWhile my wife might call it a second job, it’s a goal that pulls me away from the computer, puts me outside in this beautiful state, and keeps me healthy and happy. And if I’m able to wolf down more burgers and pie without gaining weight, that’s just a sweet bonus.\n\nThe other thing it does is force me to [seek fresh trails](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/stories\/post\/new-hiking-trails-scottsdale\/). While I wear out plenty of old favorites, I yearn for new scenery. In that spirit, I wanted to track down some of Scottsdale’s under-appreciated trails, ones that are off the radar a bit. After a couple of balmy winter days hiking amid Scottsdale saguaros, here’s what I discovered.\n\nKnow before you go, check out our summer [hiking safety guide.](https:\/\/assets.experiencescottsdale.com\/simpleview\/image\/upload\/v1\/clients\/scottsdale\/Hiking_Safety_One_Sheet_126a4f27-9d49-4d71-9349-f148791276ce.pdf)\n***\n##### **Renegade Trail**\n***\n![Renegade](https:\/\/assets.experiencescottsdale.com\/simpleview\/image\/upload\/c_fill,h_800,q_75,w_1200\/v1\/clients\/scottsdale\/renegade_trail_594a1e3b-22cc-4082-b3a7-e28593db17b5.png)\n\nA flurry of trail building in the northern section of **[Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve](https:\/\/www.mcdowellsonoran.org\/)** over the past couple of years added some dandies. The fast, curvy Renegade is one of these as it swoops through clusters of tawny boulders interrupted by cactus fields. Mostly level, it climbs up and over a couple of low ridges offering nice views of Granite Mountain to the south and Tonto National Forest to the north.\n\nRenegade Trail is 2.1 miles long and obviously designed by mountain bikers with an almost liquid flow as it stretches between 136th Street Trail and High Desert Trail. I seem to be drawn more and more to biker trails, attracted by their distance and design. There are several ways to access Renegade from **[Granite Mountain Trailhead](https:\/\/www.mcdowellsonoran.org\/)** but even the shortest route will be a shade over 8 miles total. It’s totally worth it to experience a quiet side of Scottsdale that often goes unnoticed.\n***\n##### **Diablo Trails**\n***\n![Diablo](https:\/\/assets.experiencescottsdale.com\/simpleview\/image\/upload\/c_fill,h_800,q_75,w_1200\/v1\/clients\/scottsdale\/Diable_Trail_0043d0cb-eee2-4ad6-8e97-4700d984ce6f.png)\n\nJust west of Renegade are the twisted corkscrews of **[North and South Diablo](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/stories\/post\/5-great-rides-in-scottsdales-mcdowell-sonoran-preserve\/)**. These torturous pathways seem to exist in a post-apocalyptic world populated by half-mad bikers. They’re tucked behind a gate in a previously unmapped corner of the preserve. Big warning signs are posted to scare off all but the most crazed spoke-jockeys. But the features that make the trails challenging for bikers—the stone ledges, protruding rock slabs and sharp curves—make it great fun for hikers. The Diablos are textured trails with lots of visual interest.\n\nBoth North and South Diablo are sub-divided into a series of internal loops. Trails signs stating “Most Difficult” point the way to the hardcore technical stuff. Hikers can pick and choose the route as they see fit. The Diablo Trails sit directly north of Cholla Mountain and can be accessed from **[Browns’ Ranch Trailhead](http:\/\/www.mcdowellsonoran.org\/trailhead\/browns-ranch\/)**, approximately a 9-mile round trip. Or be an idiot like yours truly and piece together a route from Granite Mountain Trailhead that includes Renegade Trail and returns along the western slope of Granite Mountain. That long day put 12 miles in my ledger and also earned me a tasty burger.\n\n*Insider Tip*: For information on guided hikes and mountain bike rides, educational walks and naturalist lectures in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, click **[here](https:\/\/www.mcdowellsonoran.org\/events\/)**.\n***\n##### **Scenic Trail**\n***\n![McDowell RegionalPark](https:\/\/assets.experiencescottsdale.com\/simpleview\/image\/upload\/c_fill,h_800,q_75,w_1200\/v1\/clients\/scottsdale\/087_3_0104_jpeg_f670386a-5458-436b-8d8b-ced8c5bbacc8.jpg)\n\nLocated in **[McDowell Mountain Regional Park](https:\/\/www.maricopacountyparks.net\/mcdowell-mountain-regional-park-mm\/),** the Scenic Trail is an easy 4.3-mile loop. It branches off the Pemberton Trail and makes a gentle climb to the crest of the rolling Lousley Hills. This hike would be especially beautiful following a wet winter like we've just had because the slopes are covered with brittlebush. Clusters of saguaro dot the shoulders of the hills, including a rare crested saguaro—crested on an arm instead of the top—near a mid-way bench.\n\nFrom the high vantage point, I enjoyed some of the best views in the park. The McDowell Mountains rise in the west and to the east is the distinctive profile of Four Peaks, flanked by green fields of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation. To the south is the finger thrust of Weaver’s Needle poking through the furious clutter of the Superstition Mountains. I even spotted a glint of something shiny, likely a nugget of gold from the Lost Dutchman Mine. So now that I’ve discovered it, I’m incredibly wealthy. Maybe next time I’ll just hire someone to hike the 1,000 miles for me.\n\n*Roger Naylor is an Arizona travel writer and author. His latest book is Arizona National Parks and Monuments: Scenic Wonders and Cultural Treasures of the Grand Canyon State. He is a member of the Arizona Tourism Hall of Fame and narrator of Verde Canyon Railroad. For more info, visit [www.rogernaylor.com](https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.rogernaylor.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cjzeterberg%40experiencescottsdale.com%7C77293ff0cfa34f0ccd4308dcb56efa44%7C46989f7f7900422dbfb337662886d488%7C0%7C0%7C638584735478015176%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C4000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=hwg24D70R6gtbgeWA1kAR4Xvk3wwA9boWrEVHx2h040%3D&reserved=0 \"Original URL:\nhttp:\/\/www.rogernaylor.com\/\n\nClick to follow link.\").*\n\nDiscover More\n\nScottsdale Stories\n\nSign-Up for our Newsletter\n\nGet the inside scoop on Scottsdale and be the first to hear about exciting updates\\!\n\n[Signup](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/sign-up-for-our-monthly-newsletter\/)\n\nTag Your Photos to Share Your Scottsdale Stories\n\n\\#ExperienceScottsdale\n\n[About](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/about\/) [FAQ](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/faq\/) [Contact](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/contact\/) [Community](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/community\/)\n***\n[Membership](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/members\/) [Moving To Scottsdale](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/moving-to-scottsdale\/) [Careers](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/careers\/)\n\n### Partners\n\n[![](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/includes\/public\/assets\/images\/SCVB_logo_primary.png)](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/includes\/public\/assets\/images\/DMAPSeal.png)\n\n[Request Visitor Guide](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/maps-guides\/) [Receive Our Newsletter](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/sign-up-for-our-monthly-newsletter\/) [Privacy Policy](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/privacy-policy\/)\n\nFOLLOW US\n\n[![](https:\/\/assets.experiencescottsdale.com\/simpleview\/image\/upload\/v1\/clients\/scottsdale\/Threads_Logo_753cd3d3-e7f8-4f28-88a0-b5a51c10a9d5.png)](https:\/\/www.threads.com\/@experiencescottsdale)\n\n© 2026 Experience Scottsdale • All rights reserved","attrs_readable_markdown":"When my wife woke up on New Year’s Day, she found a note stuck to the refrigerator: “Going for a 1,000-mile walk. Be back soon.” She knew her idiot husband was at it again.\n\nBy nature, I’m an avid hiker, racking up a few hundred miles each year just by accident. But sometimes life gets in the way. During particularly busy stretches I am chained to the computer. So occasionally I like to reestablish my priorities with a simple resolution. I set a goal of hiking 1,000 miles during the 2018 calendar year, which I'm proud to say I [accomplished](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/stories\/post\/reflections-of-a-1000-mile-hiker\/).\n\nWhile my wife might call it a second job, it’s a goal that pulls me away from the computer, puts me outside in this beautiful state, and keeps me healthy and happy. And if I’m able to wolf down more burgers and pie without gaining weight, that’s just a sweet bonus.\n\nThe other thing it does is force me to [seek fresh trails](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/stories\/post\/new-hiking-trails-scottsdale\/). While I wear out plenty of old favorites, I yearn for new scenery. In that spirit, I wanted to track down some of Scottsdale’s under-appreciated trails, ones that are off the radar a bit. After a couple of balmy winter days hiking amid Scottsdale saguaros, here’s what I discovered.\n\nKnow before you go, check out our summer [hiking safety guide.](https:\/\/assets.experiencescottsdale.com\/simpleview\/image\/upload\/v1\/clients\/scottsdale\/Hiking_Safety_One_Sheet_126a4f27-9d49-4d71-9349-f148791276ce.pdf)\n***\n##### **Renegade Trail**\n***\n![Renegade](https:\/\/assets.experiencescottsdale.com\/simpleview\/image\/upload\/c_fill,h_800,q_75,w_1200\/v1\/clients\/scottsdale\/renegade_trail_594a1e3b-22cc-4082-b3a7-e28593db17b5.png)\n\nA flurry of trail building in the northern section of **[Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve](https:\/\/www.mcdowellsonoran.org\/)** over the past couple of years added some dandies. The fast, curvy Renegade is one of these as it swoops through clusters of tawny boulders interrupted by cactus fields. Mostly level, it climbs up and over a couple of low ridges offering nice views of Granite Mountain to the south and Tonto National Forest to the north.\n\nRenegade Trail is 2.1 miles long and obviously designed by mountain bikers with an almost liquid flow as it stretches between 136th Street Trail and High Desert Trail. I seem to be drawn more and more to biker trails, attracted by their distance and design. There are several ways to access Renegade from **[Granite Mountain Trailhead](https:\/\/www.mcdowellsonoran.org\/)** but even the shortest route will be a shade over 8 miles total. It’s totally worth it to experience a quiet side of Scottsdale that often goes unnoticed.\n***\n##### **Diablo Trails**\n***\n![Diablo](https:\/\/assets.experiencescottsdale.com\/simpleview\/image\/upload\/c_fill,h_800,q_75,w_1200\/v1\/clients\/scottsdale\/Diable_Trail_0043d0cb-eee2-4ad6-8e97-4700d984ce6f.png)\n\nJust west of Renegade are the twisted corkscrews of **[North and South Diablo](https:\/\/www.experiencescottsdale.com\/stories\/post\/5-great-rides-in-scottsdales-mcdowell-sonoran-preserve\/)**. These torturous pathways seem to exist in a post-apocalyptic world populated by half-mad bikers. They’re tucked behind a gate in a previously unmapped corner of the preserve. Big warning signs are posted to scare off all but the most crazed spoke-jockeys. But the features that make the trails challenging for bikers—the stone ledges, protruding rock slabs and sharp curves—make it great fun for hikers. The Diablos are textured trails with lots of visual interest.\n\nBoth North and South Diablo are sub-divided into a series of internal loops. Trails signs stating “Most Difficult” point the way to the hardcore technical stuff. Hikers can pick and choose the route as they see fit. The Diablo Trails sit directly north of Cholla Mountain and can be accessed from **[Browns’ Ranch Trailhead](http:\/\/www.mcdowellsonoran.org\/trailhead\/browns-ranch\/)**, approximately a 9-mile round trip. Or be an idiot like yours truly and piece together a route from Granite Mountain Trailhead that includes Renegade Trail and returns along the western slope of Granite Mountain. That long day put 12 miles in my ledger and also earned me a tasty burger.\n\n*Insider Tip*: For information on guided hikes and mountain bike rides, educational walks and naturalist lectures in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, click **[here](https:\/\/www.mcdowellsonoran.org\/events\/)**.\n***\n##### **Scenic Trail**\n***\n![McDowell RegionalPark](https:\/\/assets.experiencescottsdale.com\/simpleview\/image\/upload\/c_fill,h_800,q_75,w_1200\/v1\/clients\/scottsdale\/087_3_0104_jpeg_f670386a-5458-436b-8d8b-ced8c5bbacc8.jpg)\n\nLocated in **[McDowell Mountain Regional Park](https:\/\/www.maricopacountyparks.net\/mcdowell-mountain-regional-park-mm\/),** the Scenic Trail is an easy 4.3-mile loop. It branches off the Pemberton Trail and makes a gentle climb to the crest of the rolling Lousley Hills. This hike would be especially beautiful following a wet winter like we've just had because the slopes are covered with brittlebush. Clusters of saguaro dot the shoulders of the hills, including a rare crested saguaro—crested on an arm instead of the top—near a mid-way bench.\n\nFrom the high vantage point, I enjoyed some of the best views in the park. The McDowell Mountains rise in the west and to the east is the distinctive profile of Four Peaks, flanked by green fields of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation. To the south is the finger thrust of Weaver’s Needle poking through the furious clutter of the Superstition Mountains. I even spotted a glint of something shiny, likely a nugget of gold from the Lost Dutchman Mine. So now that I’ve discovered it, I’m incredibly wealthy. 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Boilerpipe Text	When my wife woke up on New Year’s Day, she found a note stuck to the refrigerator: “Going for a 1,000-mile walk. Be back soon.” She knew her idiot husband was at it again. By nature, I’m an avid hiker, racking up a few hundred miles each year just by accident. But sometimes life gets in the way. During particularly busy stretches I am chained to the computer. So occasionally I like to reestablish my priorities with a simple resolution. I set a goal of hiking 1,000 miles during the 2018 calendar year, which I'm proud to say I accomplished . While my wife might call it a second job, it’s a goal that pulls me away from the computer, puts me outside in this beautiful state, and keeps me healthy and happy. And if I’m able to wolf down more burgers and pie without gaining weight, that’s just a sweet bonus. The other thing it does is force me to seek fresh trails . While I wear out plenty of old favorites, I yearn for new scenery. In that spirit, I wanted to track down some of Scottsdale’s under-appreciated trails, ones that are off the radar a bit. After a couple of balmy winter days hiking amid Scottsdale saguaros, here’s what I discovered. Know before you go, check out our summer hiking safety guide. Renegade Trail A flurry of trail building in the northern section of Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve over the past couple of years added some dandies. The fast, curvy Renegade is one of these as it swoops through clusters of tawny boulders interrupted by cactus fields. Mostly level, it climbs up and over a couple of low ridges offering nice views of Granite Mountain to the south and Tonto National Forest to the north. Renegade Trail is 2.1 miles long and obviously designed by mountain bikers with an almost liquid flow as it stretches between 136 th Street Trail and High Desert Trail. I seem to be drawn more and more to biker trails, attracted by their distance and design. There are several ways to access Renegade from Granite Mountain Trailhead but even the shortest route will be a shade over 8 miles total. It’s totally worth it to experience a quiet side of Scottsdale that often goes unnoticed. Diablo Trails Just west of Renegade are the twisted corkscrews of North and South Diablo . These torturous pathways seem to exist in a post-apocalyptic world populated by half-mad bikers. They’re tucked behind a gate in a previously unmapped corner of the preserve. Big warning signs are posted to scare off all but the most crazed spoke-jockeys. But the features that make the trails challenging for bikers—the stone ledges, protruding rock slabs and sharp curves—make it great fun for hikers. The Diablos are textured trails with lots of visual interest. Both North and South Diablo are sub-divided into a series of internal loops. Trails signs stating “Most Difficult” point the way to the hardcore technical stuff. Hikers can pick and choose the route as they see fit. The Diablo Trails sit directly north of Cholla Mountain and can be accessed from Browns’ Ranch Trailhead , approximately a 9-mile round trip. Or be an idiot like yours truly and piece together a route from Granite Mountain Trailhead that includes Renegade Trail and returns along the western slope of Granite Mountain. That long day put 12 miles in my ledger and also earned me a tasty burger. Insider Tip : For information on guided hikes and mountain bike rides, educational walks and naturalist lectures in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, click here . Scenic Trail Located in McDowell Mountain Regional Park , the Scenic Trail is an easy 4.3-mile loop. It branches off the Pemberton Trail and makes a gentle climb to the crest of the rolling Lousley Hills. This hike would be especially beautiful following a wet winter like we've just had because the slopes are covered with brittlebush. Clusters of saguaro dot the shoulders of the hills, including a rare crested saguaro—crested on an arm instead of the top—near a mid-way bench. From the high vantage point, I enjoyed some of the best views in the park. The McDowell Mountains rise in the west and to the east is the distinctive profile of Four Peaks, flanked by green fields of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation. To the south is the finger thrust of Weaver’s Needle poking through the furious clutter of the Superstition Mountains. I even spotted a glint of something shiny, likely a nugget of gold from the Lost Dutchman Mine. So now that I’ve discovered it, I’m incredibly wealthy. Maybe next time I’ll just hire someone to hike the 1,000 miles for me.
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Be back soon.” She knew her idiot husband was at it again. By nature, I’m an avid hiker, racking up a few hundred miles each year just by accident. But sometimes life gets in the way. During particularly busy stretches I am chained to the computer. So occasionally I like to reestablish my priorities with a simple resolution. I set a goal of hiking 1,000 miles during the 2018 calendar year, which I'm proud to say I [accomplished](https://www.experiencescottsdale.com/stories/post/reflections-of-a-1000-mile-hiker/). While my wife might call it a second job, it’s a goal that pulls me away from the computer, puts me outside in this beautiful state, and keeps me healthy and happy. And if I’m able to wolf down more burgers and pie without gaining weight, that’s just a sweet bonus. The other thing it does is force me to [seek fresh trails](https://www.experiencescottsdale.com/stories/post/new-hiking-trails-scottsdale/). While I wear out plenty of old favorites, I yearn for new scenery. In that spirit, I wanted to track down some of Scottsdale’s under-appreciated trails, ones that are off the radar a bit. After a couple of balmy winter days hiking amid Scottsdale saguaros, here’s what I discovered. Know before you go, check out our summer [hiking safety guide.](https://assets.experiencescottsdale.com/simpleview/image/upload/v1/clients/scottsdale/Hiking_Safety_One_Sheet_126a4f27-9d49-4d71-9349-f148791276ce.pdf) * ##### Renegade Trail * ![Renegade](https://assets.experiencescottsdale.com/simpleview/image/upload/c_fill,h_800,q_75,w_1200/v1/clients/scottsdale/renegade_trail_594a1e3b-22cc-4082-b3a7-e28593db17b5.png) A flurry of trail building in the northern section of [Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve](https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/) over the past couple of years added some dandies. The fast, curvy Renegade is one of these as it swoops through clusters of tawny boulders interrupted by cactus fields. Mostly level, it climbs up and over a couple of low ridges offering nice views of Granite Mountain to the south and Tonto National Forest to the north. Renegade Trail is 2.1 miles long and obviously designed by mountain bikers with an almost liquid flow as it stretches between 136th Street Trail and High Desert Trail. I seem to be drawn more and more to biker trails, attracted by their distance and design. There are several ways to access Renegade from [Granite Mountain Trailhead](https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/) but even the shortest route will be a shade over 8 miles total. It’s totally worth it to experience a quiet side of Scottsdale that often goes unnoticed. * ##### Diablo Trails * ![Diablo](https://assets.experiencescottsdale.com/simpleview/image/upload/c_fill,h_800,q_75,w_1200/v1/clients/scottsdale/Diable_Trail_0043d0cb-eee2-4ad6-8e97-4700d984ce6f.png) Just west of Renegade are the twisted corkscrews of [North and South Diablo](https://www.experiencescottsdale.com/stories/post/5-great-rides-in-scottsdales-mcdowell-sonoran-preserve/). These torturous pathways seem to exist in a post-apocalyptic world populated by half-mad bikers. They’re tucked behind a gate in a previously unmapped corner of the preserve. Big warning signs are posted to scare off all but the most crazed spoke-jockeys. But the features that make the trails challenging for bikers—the stone ledges, protruding rock slabs and sharp curves—make it great fun for hikers. The Diablos are textured trails with lots of visual interest. Both North and South Diablo are sub-divided into a series of internal loops. Trails signs stating “Most Difficult” point the way to the hardcore technical stuff. Hikers can pick and choose the route as they see fit. The Diablo Trails sit directly north of Cholla Mountain and can be accessed from [Browns’ Ranch Trailhead](http://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/trailhead/browns-ranch/), approximately a 9-mile round trip. Or be an idiot like yours truly and piece together a route from Granite Mountain Trailhead that includes Renegade Trail and returns along the western slope of Granite Mountain. That long day put 12 miles in my ledger and also earned me a tasty burger. Insider Tip: For information on guided hikes and mountain bike rides, educational walks and naturalist lectures in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, click [here](https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/events/). * ##### Scenic Trail * ![McDowell RegionalPark](https://assets.experiencescottsdale.com/simpleview/image/upload/c_fill,h_800,q_75,w_1200/v1/clients/scottsdale/087_3_0104_jpeg_f670386a-5458-436b-8d8b-ced8c5bbacc8.jpg) Located in [McDowell Mountain Regional Park](https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/mcdowell-mountain-regional-park-mm/), the Scenic Trail is an easy 4.3-mile loop. It branches off the Pemberton Trail and makes a gentle climb to the crest of the rolling Lousley Hills. This hike would be especially beautiful following a wet winter like we've just had because the slopes are covered with brittlebush. Clusters of saguaro dot the shoulders of the hills, including a rare crested saguaro—crested on an arm instead of the top—near a mid-way bench. From the high vantage point, I enjoyed some of the best views in the park. The McDowell Mountains rise in the west and to the east is the distinctive profile of Four Peaks, flanked by green fields of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation. To the south is the finger thrust of Weaver’s Needle poking through the furious clutter of the Superstition Mountains. I even spotted a glint of something shiny, likely a nugget of gold from the Lost Dutchman Mine. So now that I’ve discovered it, I’m incredibly wealthy. Maybe next time I’ll just hire someone to hike the 1,000 miles for me. Roger Naylor is an Arizona travel writer and author. His latest book is Arizona National Parks and Monuments: Scenic Wonders and Cultural Treasures of the Grand Canyon State. He is a member of the Arizona Tourism Hall of Fame and narrator of Verde Canyon Railroad. 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Readable Markdown	When my wife woke up on New Year’s Day, she found a note stuck to the refrigerator: “Going for a 1,000-mile walk. Be back soon.” She knew her idiot husband was at it again. By nature, I’m an avid hiker, racking up a few hundred miles each year just by accident. But sometimes life gets in the way. During particularly busy stretches I am chained to the computer. So occasionally I like to reestablish my priorities with a simple resolution. I set a goal of hiking 1,000 miles during the 2018 calendar year, which I'm proud to say I [accomplished](https://www.experiencescottsdale.com/stories/post/reflections-of-a-1000-mile-hiker/). While my wife might call it a second job, it’s a goal that pulls me away from the computer, puts me outside in this beautiful state, and keeps me healthy and happy. And if I’m able to wolf down more burgers and pie without gaining weight, that’s just a sweet bonus. The other thing it does is force me to [seek fresh trails](https://www.experiencescottsdale.com/stories/post/new-hiking-trails-scottsdale/). While I wear out plenty of old favorites, I yearn for new scenery. In that spirit, I wanted to track down some of Scottsdale’s under-appreciated trails, ones that are off the radar a bit. After a couple of balmy winter days hiking amid Scottsdale saguaros, here’s what I discovered. Know before you go, check out our summer [hiking safety guide.](https://assets.experiencescottsdale.com/simpleview/image/upload/v1/clients/scottsdale/Hiking_Safety_One_Sheet_126a4f27-9d49-4d71-9349-f148791276ce.pdf) * ##### Renegade Trail * ![Renegade](https://assets.experiencescottsdale.com/simpleview/image/upload/c_fill,h_800,q_75,w_1200/v1/clients/scottsdale/renegade_trail_594a1e3b-22cc-4082-b3a7-e28593db17b5.png) A flurry of trail building in the northern section of [Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve](https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/) over the past couple of years added some dandies. The fast, curvy Renegade is one of these as it swoops through clusters of tawny boulders interrupted by cactus fields. Mostly level, it climbs up and over a couple of low ridges offering nice views of Granite Mountain to the south and Tonto National Forest to the north. Renegade Trail is 2.1 miles long and obviously designed by mountain bikers with an almost liquid flow as it stretches between 136th Street Trail and High Desert Trail. I seem to be drawn more and more to biker trails, attracted by their distance and design. There are several ways to access Renegade from [Granite Mountain Trailhead](https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/) but even the shortest route will be a shade over 8 miles total. It’s totally worth it to experience a quiet side of Scottsdale that often goes unnoticed. * ##### Diablo Trails * ![Diablo](https://assets.experiencescottsdale.com/simpleview/image/upload/c_fill,h_800,q_75,w_1200/v1/clients/scottsdale/Diable_Trail_0043d0cb-eee2-4ad6-8e97-4700d984ce6f.png) Just west of Renegade are the twisted corkscrews of [North and South Diablo](https://www.experiencescottsdale.com/stories/post/5-great-rides-in-scottsdales-mcdowell-sonoran-preserve/). These torturous pathways seem to exist in a post-apocalyptic world populated by half-mad bikers. They’re tucked behind a gate in a previously unmapped corner of the preserve. Big warning signs are posted to scare off all but the most crazed spoke-jockeys. But the features that make the trails challenging for bikers—the stone ledges, protruding rock slabs and sharp curves—make it great fun for hikers. The Diablos are textured trails with lots of visual interest. Both North and South Diablo are sub-divided into a series of internal loops. Trails signs stating “Most Difficult” point the way to the hardcore technical stuff. Hikers can pick and choose the route as they see fit. The Diablo Trails sit directly north of Cholla Mountain and can be accessed from [Browns’ Ranch Trailhead](http://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/trailhead/browns-ranch/), approximately a 9-mile round trip. Or be an idiot like yours truly and piece together a route from Granite Mountain Trailhead that includes Renegade Trail and returns along the western slope of Granite Mountain. That long day put 12 miles in my ledger and also earned me a tasty burger. Insider Tip: For information on guided hikes and mountain bike rides, educational walks and naturalist lectures in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, click [here](https://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/events/). * ##### Scenic Trail * ![McDowell RegionalPark](https://assets.experiencescottsdale.com/simpleview/image/upload/c_fill,h_800,q_75,w_1200/v1/clients/scottsdale/087_3_0104_jpeg_f670386a-5458-436b-8d8b-ced8c5bbacc8.jpg) Located in [McDowell Mountain Regional Park](https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/mcdowell-mountain-regional-park-mm/), the Scenic Trail is an easy 4.3-mile loop. It branches off the Pemberton Trail and makes a gentle climb to the crest of the rolling Lousley Hills. This hike would be especially beautiful following a wet winter like we've just had because the slopes are covered with brittlebush. Clusters of saguaro dot the shoulders of the hills, including a rare crested saguaro—crested on an arm instead of the top—near a mid-way bench. From the high vantage point, I enjoyed some of the best views in the park. The McDowell Mountains rise in the west and to the east is the distinctive profile of Four Peaks, flanked by green fields of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation. To the south is the finger thrust of Weaver’s Needle poking through the furious clutter of the Superstition Mountains. I even spotted a glint of something shiny, likely a nugget of gold from the Lost Dutchman Mine. So now that I’ve discovered it, I’m incredibly wealthy. Maybe next time I’ll just hire someone to hike the 1,000 miles for me.
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