Near East End Trail
View from the trail.
Near East End Trail
View north from near summit of Tom's Thumb.
Near East End Trail
Top of Tom's Thumb!
Near East End Trail
Looking back at Windgate Pass
Near East End Trail
Get out and experience the McDowell Mountains in Scottsdale, AZ!

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East End Trail

3.0 (3 Ratings)
One of the toughest and most rewarding trails in the McDowells.
1.3
mi
Distance
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
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Flatter
Steeper
1.3mi
Distance
0ft
Elevation Gain
1,034ft
Elevation Loss
50%
Max Grade
3,608ft
High Point
2,574ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
East End is an incredibly steep trail that ties the Windgate Pass Trail to the Tom Thumb Trail. Even though it's so short, it is one of the steepest and most rewarding sections of trail in the McDowells. Enjoy the views from above!

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