Hawknest Trail – Latigo Trail loop from McDowell Sonoran Preserve

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Hawknest Trail – Latigo Trail loop from McDowell Sonoran Preserve

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Hawknest Trail – Latigo Trail loop from McDowell Sonoran Preserve

03:14

34.0km

260m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

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