Near Baseline Trail
Hiking the ridge line of the Estrella Mountains.
Near Baseline Trail
Hiking up the Estrella Mountains.

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Baseline Trail

4.0 (4 Ratings)
A route leading up to the mountain tops of the Estrellas with great views of the Phoenix area.
1.7
mi
Distance
224
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Views
Access Issues
Do be aware that there is a park fee to enter.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.71mi
Distance
224ft
Elevation Gain
216ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
1,147ft
High Point
985ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Driving into the park you'll see a campground area with a parking lot. Park there and then look across the street to find the Baseline trailhead. Follow the Baseline Spur to access the main loop. There's also a side loop (Baseline Viewpoint Loop) if you'd like to tack on some extra milage and check out the view. If not, follow Baseline Spur all the way to Baseline Trail. Follow the trail to the peaks and then follow the ridge of the mountains left and then head back down. The trail is pretty well marked, so finding your way should be easy. Once you complete the loop, head back down Baseline Spur to get back to the trailhead.

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