UPDATE: 10/31

This post originally mentioned meeting at the south end of the park & parking areas. Let’s meet up at the ramadas by the restrooms at the north end of the park. Its just a small walk from the original spot.

Cholla Loop Trail - Thunderbird Conservation Park

Hike Details:

  • Saturday, November 1st, 2025 8am start

  • Cholla Loop Trail (click for All Trails info)

    • 3.4 miles if you do the full loop. It can be less if you descend the way we went up.

    • 593 feet of elevation gain

    • Loop trail, or up & back

    • Approximately 1-2 hours long

  • This trail is rated MODERATE on the difficulty scale.

  • Meet at the parking lot In the main portion of Thunderbird Conservation Park. (map)

    • There are restrooms nearby

  • Bring plenty of water, wear appropriate clothing & shoes

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