Skunk Creek Trail
Rio Vista Community Park, Maricopa County, AZ
Out-and-back trail in Rio Vista Community Park, Maricopa County, AZ. Hiking, Road & touring bike, & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 8 mi (12.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 72 ft (22 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 35 min
- High point
- 1,211 ft (369 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Shelter 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from start
- Shelter 4.9 mi (8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Skunk Creek Trail
How long is Skunk Creek Trail?
Skunk Creek Trail is 8 mi (12.8 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 35 min. It climbs 72 ft (22 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,211 ft (369 m).
How hard is Skunk Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Skunk Creek Trail?
4 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Skunk Creek Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 3.9 mi (6.3 km).
Is Skunk Creek Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Skunk Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Road & touring bike, Horseback riding. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: paved.
Where can you eat near Skunk Creek Trail?
Waldos Tacos, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: West Valley Bicycle Repair, 0.3 mi (0.5 km).
Is this a good week for Skunk Creek 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 Skunk Creek Trail
- Skunk Creek Trail Rio Vista Community Park · Easy · 8 mi (12.8 km)
- New River Trail Maricopa County · Moderate · 15.3 mi (24.6 km)
- New River Trail West Maricopa County · Easy · 6.6 mi (10.6 km)
- New River Trail East Maricopa County · Easy · 4.3 mi (6.8 km)
- Skunk Creek Trail Maricopa County · Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km)
- Northern Parkway Maricopa County · Easy · 5.5 mi (8.9 km)
- New River Trail Maricopa County · Easy · 13.1 mi (21.1 km)
- Carlota Park Foot Path Maricopa County · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap