Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Ecosystem Hike

Join Ranger Shaun for a morning hike! If we’re quick, maybe we can beat the heat! Hike Slate trail early in hopes of catching of glimpse of some cool wildlife and some cooler temps! The day heats up fast but this early, we might be able to sneak in and out before it gets unbearable. Ranger Shaun will guide you down Slate trail from the trailhead to the park boundary and back. This is a roughly 3-mile round trip hike on an easy rated trail. The trail features some minor elevation changes, generally on gentle slopes. There are some relatively sizeable rocks, holes, and such in a few spots so caution is advised in more rugged areas. Water bottles and closed toed shoes required. Sunscreen, hats, hiking pole and/or walking sticks encouraged. No pets please. Water and restrooms will be available near the trailhead. MEETING LOCATION: Slate Trailhead Precise Meeting Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/XARMBRrG1AX7wGcA7 Limit 15 participants. To register, please call the Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. 8 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. Registration for this program will close on 8/28/25. Outdoor summer programs may be canceled on short notice due to severe weather, including extreme heat events. The Maricopa County Parks website (www.maricopa.gov/parks) is the most accurate resource for verifying the program’s current status. Please check the program listing online before coming to the park.