The best running trails around Phoenix
4.8
(14)
1,967
runners
221
runs
Last updated: November 13, 2025
5.0
(2)
55
runners
1. 5k Trail loop — Papago Park
5.04km
00:32
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
50
runners
2. Piestewa Peak via Summit Trail — Phoenix Mountains Preserve
3.95km
00:41
280m
280m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
14
runners
4. Fat Man's Pass loop via Mormon Trail — South Mountain Preserve
6.25km
00:59
270m
270m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
9
runners
5. Desert Classic Trail & National Trail loop — South Mountain Preserve
27.1km
03:29
570m
570m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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