Margies Cove Trail
North Maricopa Mountains Wilderness, Maricopa County, AZ
Out-and-back trail in North Maricopa Mountains Wilderness, Maricopa County, AZ. Hiking & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 17.5 mi (28.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,135 ft (346 m)
- Est. Time
- 6 hr 15 min
- High point
- 1,972 ft (601 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Hazen Well 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from start
- Trailhead: Margies Cove East Trailhead 17.5 mi (28.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Margies Cove Trail
How long is Margies Cove Trail?
Margies Cove Trail is 17.5 mi (28.2 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 15 min. It climbs 1,135 ft (346 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,972 ft (601 m).
How hard is Margies Cove Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Margies Cove Trail?
Parking at the start, 10 spaces. 1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Margies Cove Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 17.5 mi (28.2 km).
Is Margies Cove Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Margies Cove Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding.
Is this a good week for Margies Cove Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Margies Cove Trail
- Brittlebrush Trail North Maricopa Mountains Wilderness · Hard · 11.9 mi (19.2 km)
- Historic Butterfield Stage Trail Maricopa County · Moderate · 12.6 mi (20.3 km)
- Maricopa Trail Maricopa County · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
- Jim's Sidewinder Trail Maricopa County · Easy · 1.3 mi (2 km)
- Exit trail Maricopa County · Easy · 2.2 mi (3.5 km)
- Red Mount Maricopa County · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
- Lot's Wife Trail Maricopa County · Easy · 0.6 mi (0.9 km)
- Kyle" Greenhorn Trail Maricopa County · Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap