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Difficulty
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Moderate
Elevation
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161 m
Distance
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4.3 km
Duration
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1-1.5h
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304 and Voaz Loop

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The 304 and Voaz Loop is a hike in Phoenix Mountain Preserve that offers fantastic views of Piestewa Peak, which you’ll be hiking next to. Watch for petroglyphs and enjoy the variety of desert plants that grow alongside this trail. This hike is rated as moderate and is suitable for most ages and skill levels. Expect moderate traffic.

Route Description for 304 and Voaz Loop

The 304 and Voaz Loop is a stunning hike that travels through the Phoenix Mountain Preserve alongside the base of Piestewa Peak. With amazing mountain views, tons of impressive saguaros and other plant life, and petroglyphs next to the trail, this is an undeniably worthwhile adventure. Expect moderate traffic and a moderate difficulty level.

As with all hikes in this area, make sure you bring plenty of water with you and turn back when your water is halfway gone. Consider sun protection and start your hike early in the morning or evening to avoid the heat of the afternoon.

From the trailhead, take #304 Nature Trail on the right. Ascend a descend a low saddle, then cross Tatum Wash and bear left around the hill. Keep bearing left until the sharp left turn onto the trail that leads you up and over another saddle. This route then hugs the base of Piestewa Peak. Follow this trail back to the starting point.

Getting to the 304 and Voaz Loop Trailhead

The trailhead for the 304 and Voaz Loop is at the end of E Piestewa Peak Drive.

Route Information

  • Backcountry Campground:

    No

  • When to do:

    October-May

  • Pets allowed:

    No

  • Family friendly:

    Yes

  • Route Signage:

    Average

  • Crowd Levels:

    Moderate

  • Route Type:

    Loop

304 and Voaz Loop Elevation Graph

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