Brown's Ranch Short Loop is a 2.1 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Scottsdale, Arizona that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from September until May.
February 20, 2021We did not stick to the loop trail but biked a couple trails in the park so this is a general opinion of this area. We are not aggressive bikers and we’re able to find trails easily for our skill levels. We had a great time and highly recommend this. We are not local and rented bikes through REI and they were awesome. Trails are well marked and maps are available at trail head that are accurate. We will be back
January 18, 2021
January 1, 2021Good choice for a short relatively flat hike in the desert with close-up views of nearby mountains. Lots of bikers - all super polite.
December 29, 2020Easy two miles, Great if out of shape or with child to see saguaros and nice mountain views. Many mountain bikers and dogs. Soft sandy trail.
December 23, 2020November 29, 2020Great views and plenty of options for exploring. Can be crowded at times.
November 4, 2020Cool, short, rolling loop — great for a quick hit. Nice views of Brown’s and Cone mountains.
September 23, 2020Tough. I couldn’t hang
August 11, 2020Very nice short morning stroll with nice repeated elevation change.
August 9, 2020hot!
June 17, 2020Did summit trail up to scenic overlook and then came around and did part of Cone Mtn loop to add some distance. Beautiful breeze during entire hike Love this hiking area because of so many hiking possibilities
June 1, 2020Nice views, passed horseback riders, mountain bikers, snakes. Kid and dog friendly. My daughter found a painted rock. Lots of traffic and no shade.
April 18, 2020Awesome reptilian wildlife along the trail. please respect their space!
March 7, 2020Busy on a Saturday morning!
March 2, 2020Great, easy trail. Is not named Short Loop, but the guide at the park directed us. Lots of cholla close to the trail, so watch your dogs.
December 21, 2019This was a lovely little walk. I was visiting with my 65 yr old parents and 5 month baby so needed something easy but not boring and this was perfect! Lovely trail and great views.
October 22, 2019Great easy trail with wonderful views of the summit. Have to watch out for mountain bikers as there seems to be very good trails here at this part of the preserve for them but plenty of room for everyone. The easy rating is perfect for this short loop hike.
December 14, 2018Nice, scenic hike. Good loose gravel path. Some gradual ups and downs. Not tiring at all. Views all around. There are signs pointing to various trails but not this one. Recommend using the tracking in this app so you can keep on the proper route. Large parking area, restrooms are available at the trailhead.
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