McDowell Sonoran Preserve

McDowell Sonoran Preserve
LocationArizona
Area30,580 ares (1.181 sq mi)
Governing bodyMcDowell Sonoran Conservancy
Websitehttps://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/visit-preserve

The Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve is a large, permanently protected, sustainable desert habitat in Scottsdale, Arizona.[1]

The preserve encompasses some 30,500 acres (123 km2) contiguously, and is the largest city park (technically "nature reserve") in the United States.[2] The preserve lands were purchased via a sales tax increment approved by Scottsdale voters, and the preserve is supported in-part by the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy.[3]

Recreation

The preserve has over 180 miles (290 km) of trails. The trailhead gates are open from sunrise to sunset and there is no charge for access or parking.

Popular activities include hiking (guided & self-guided), mountain biking, rock climbing, running, & horseback riding.

References

  1. ^ "City of Scottsdale – McDowell Sonoran Preserve". City of Scottsdale. Retrieved 2016-11-14.
  2. ^ "The Largest City Parks in the United States". World Atlas. Retrieved 2023-03-23.
  3. ^ "Homepage". McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Retrieved 2016-11-14.