Brown's Ranch Road Trail is a hiking area and nature preserve in Scottsdale. It has many trailheads, and some say it's their favorite trail system. The trail system includes hiking, bike, and horse trails.

Pinnacle Peak trail features a moderate out-and-back trail through the pristine Sonoran Desert environment.

Tom's Thumb Trail is a 4.6-mile out-and-back trail in Arizona that's considered a challenging route. It's open year-round and is a popular area for hiking. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.