Best trails in Usery Mountain Regional Park, Arizona

This is a very nice and scenic hike that is somewhat challenging. The beginning is relatively flat with some subtle switchbacks. From this point on the climb gets steeper with small sections of rocky, technical hiking. The vistas and view out west are outstanding. Once you reach the Windcave there are good photo ops and views out towards Phoenix, the East Valley and beyond. For hikers who wish to be challenged, the trail doesn't end at the Wind Cave. There is a loop left of the cave exit or continue past the cave at the main entrance. Scrambling is involved regardless of which route you take. $7.00 to enter park. Show more

There is a $7 Parking Fee. This loop begins at the Blevins East trail head. This route encompasses the eastern most trails (Meridian, County Line, Ruidoso) of Usery Mountain Regional Park.Show more

Since Cat Peaks is a loop trail, There are several ways to get to the Cat Peaks trail. This route starts at the west Blevins trail head and follows Blevins to Meridian and then accesses the Cat Peaks trail from the east side of Usery Mountain Park.Show more

The short Vista Trail goes up and over the small peak that the Merkle Trail goes around. Some great views are seen from the top.Show more

The Ruidoso trail allows access to southern part of Usery Mountain Regional Park from a small trailhead on the west side of Meridian road in Mesa. This trail ends at the Spillway trail. At this point return for a 2.6 mile hike or hike further into the park.Show more

The Crismon Wash Trail is a 2 mile+ trail that is accessible from the south at the Crismon road trailhead. It is also accessible from the Blevins train to the north. There are several trails that can be used to make a nice loop hike. Use caution as this trail is a wash.Show more