This is a really nice local trail with a nice parking lot in a very nice area of town. The restrooms in the water bottle filling station at the trailhead were fantastic. The hike took us about two and a half hours and is about four and a quarter miles when you factor in the hike you have to take to get to the trail. Theres some uphill or some downhill its not too bad but it is very hot when the sun is beaming. There were a few times when the wind was whipping but for the most part it was pretty dry and hot. bring plenty of water and make sure you follow the well mark trail signs or you could easily end up on a different trail.

Second cleanest park bathrooms Ive ever seen! (The first was in Death Valley) The trails are well kept and provide excellent views of the North Phoenix valley. You can hike 10+ miles if youd like, or just go out for a 1-5 mile hike. Plenty of parking, but best to go around sunrise to guarantee a place during the cooler months.

Easily paced with great view. Great for beginners, highly trafficked but the hike is quite nice and can be as long as you want it. Great for mountain biking and trail running.

Beautiful views from the summit. Trails were not crowded and clearly marked. Public restroom with trying water at the trailhead.

Completed the Dixie Mountain Loop and it was a great way to start a Sunday morning. Lunch at Paneras at Nortera afterwards only added to the fun!

A bit in between moderate hike. Loved the scenery and air balloons everywhere.

Great place to hike in the desert.

One of the best local hikes on the north side of Phoenix. A lot of variety in the different trails. Comes with some great views. Be prepared for some moderate+ hills and dont forget to have plenty of water and good shoes.

Not too crowded and good topography.

It was hot, so I only planned for when it isnt. Looks like a good photo spot.

Fantastic local hike (if youre in the north Valley).Views are superb, and there are a number of challenging trail options. Can get crowded when the weather is great, around mid-morning, but not too bad.

Amazing trail! Great workout, beautiful wildflowers and cacti! Even an old rusted out car that had fallen off the edge is about halfway through trail D! I love this hike and will definitely go again!

This multi use trail never gets old! Clean bathrooms and water fountain at the parking lot entrance. The changes in weather makes this trail somewhat of a surprise with each hike. Highly recommend taking a sunrise bike.

I was very surprised how beautiful this hiking area was, top notch!!

Great trail for getting away from the city. The bathrooms at the trailhead are nice too!

Very clean area. Drove a few mins out of the city and arrived in a much less noisy, except for the occasional small plane, hilly area with easy hiking. Pretty busy area. People coming for a fast hike then speeding back to the city, I presume. There was a tiny ASU ecology class here identifying plants and trees. Crisp, February morning makes for a perfect hike.

I found one looked like a hand giving the,,

Awesome hike. Saw a old burned out vehicle

One of the best trails round this area. Dont mess with the teddy bear cacti they sure stick to ya. Thought it was a good idea to pull a needle off. Now I know the Bulbs are easy to detatch

Really nice trails to hike and a couple to choose from. Dog friendly and not crowded.

So many trail options and so many miles to hike! Trail is in good condition too

No sasquatch this time

Very beautiful hike. It takes me about 2-3 hours to complete. I would rate it an intermediate beginner hike due to the distance and because of some bit of uphill there. Nothing too scary though or technical- just gentle ups and downs.If you go early enough- closer to 7-8 am, you can see the hot air balloons taking off into the skies. (I think they only do this though when its cooler weather and dont think they do it during the summer. (?))

Awesome trail!! Scenic and not crowded during week...not sure about weekend. Look for the Great Horn Owl nesting in a saguaro on your way up!!!

Amazing trails

Nice views, good signage, rocky but well maintained.

Nice trail for a short hike...

Desert Vista is an easy trail, good for walks or bikes. Pretty views. A good trail for beginners. The trails do loop around and intersect multiple times. Keep a map, or just watch the hill tops to keep your bearing. You must bring in your own water.

Great place with different kinds of trails to explore. Time your hike to catch nice sunsets. Dog friendly. Parking lot is not huge, but sizeable.

Great classic desert hiking close to the city. Watch for rattlers

Great trail for MTBing or hiking...

I am so happy to find this trail in my neighbourhoodThis is good for everyone ...be it family ..be it individual

Desert Vista Trailhead is my favorite area in the Valley for the trails, the views, and the relative sense of privacy, you feel, as it seems nobody knows about this little gem in North Phoenix.

Beautiful trails, lots of mountain bikers so keep an eye out for them. Bikers cant always slow down quickly on loose terrane.

This is a great place to hike. Well, maintained trails and plenty of signs so you dont get lost. Beautiful scenery all around.

This is one of my favorite hikes - the loop is about 4 miles and it is overall a very easy hike - though there can be a few challenges that might rise to the classification of moderate if you climb on of the spur trails to the top of one of two mountains. Well worth the time. Some wildlife spotting opportunities mostly birds hawks and there is an amazing horned owl nest on the hike to the loop.

Truly a hidden gem. Most of the trails have a out of town feel to them. You wont see any buildings or hear any traffic most of the time.

Clean restrooms, well marked and maintained trails

What a wonderful preserve! Simply fantastic! Watching the hot air balloons raise and fall was quite relaxing and its all at our doorstep. Get out there today (unless its 110)!

Dixie Mountain Loop and summit was a lovely 5+ mile hike. We really enjoyed this very pristine hike so close to town. Well maintained trails and great views!

Good trails great views.

Great terrain for cycling or walking.

It was nice to day but a few other times people had their cars broken into.

Nice variety of trails, good views. Can ride horses, ride mountain bikes, jog, walk, all ages...

Good 4 mile loop to run without any steep inclines. Nice views

Excellent local trailhead! Great views and great workout, simple as that!

Great hikes

Great place for a hike

Perfect trail for a sunset hike.

Best trail

Love hiking here

Must visit in the winter. Maybe too arduous in summer.

Beautiful and great workout, will be back for sure!

Great scenery and desert views for hiking

My weekly spot. Love it.

Beautiful

Beautiful

Not crowded, scenic, wide trails.

Awesome

Nice short walk loved it

Breathtaking views!

Great trailhead!