Black Diamond - AdvancedNarrow, steep, rugged McDowell Mountain trails

Recommendations: Same as Blue Square. Plus, bring a multi-tool or pliers to remove cactus needles, spines, etc. Novice bicyclists and equestrians are cautioned; expert riders only.

Black Diamond trails should be avoided during the summer months, when wildlife (snakes, bobcat, mountain lion, javelina, deer) may be hungry, thirsty, and/or more prevalent near trails.

Blue Square - IntermediateMostly wide and fl at, unpaved neighborhood trails and wash corridors. All-terrain bicycle and stroller friendly.

Recommendations: Wear hiking or athletic shoes and clothes. Avoid open-toe sandals. Loose fi tting clothing may get stuck or caught on desert vegetation.

Green Circle - EasyWide, fl at, paved neighborhood paths that connect public parks and landmarks. Bicycle and stroller friendly.

Recommendations: Use these paths to comfortably explore your DC Ranch neighborhood and community.

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Market Street & Plaza1E 1,800’

Covered Bridge3E 1,813’

Future City of Scottsdale Park8E 1,838’

Desert Camp Community Center5E 1,830’

Rock Staircase10E 1,850’

Market Street Park2E 1,803’

Country Club Lakes7E 1,848’

Legacy Boulevard Bridge19E 1,682’

Future City of Scottsdale Park21E 1,610’

The Gateway15E 1,720’

Stone Bridge4E 1,820’

Thompson Peak Parkway Bridge9E 1,844’

Path and Trail Diffi culty Levels

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McDowell Mountain Spring25E 2,760’

Tom’s Thumb23E 3,960’

DC Ranch Crossing20E 1,631’

Ice Den22E 1,562’

Windgate Pass24E 3,040’

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Herrington Lake at Desert Springs Park13E 1,896’

Beardsley Bridge12E 1,783’

The Village Club at DC Ranch17E 1,708’480.502.8844

Silverleaf Golf Bridge14E 1,944’

Canyon Village16E 1,718’

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• Use the path and trail system at your own risk.• Carry a mobile phone in case of emergency.• Before you leave, tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return.• Bring enough water. An average sized adult should drink at least 18oz (500ml) per hour of hiking.• Protect yourself from the sun, especially 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and during summer months. Apply sunscreen and wear protective clothing, sunglasses, hats, etc.• Black diamond trails should be avoided during the summer months, when wildlife (snakes, bobcat, mountain lion, javelina, mule deer) may be hungry, thirsty, and/or more prevalent near trails.• Observe and enjoy wildlife quietly from a distance, never approach, feed or follow them.• Fires and open fl ames are strictly prohibited.

• Be considerate of other path and trail users.• Respect the landscape, and do not pick wildfl owers or disrupt delicate desert plant life.• Always stay on designated paths and trails. • Keep to the right of the path or trail. Save the left side for passing. Always announce your intentions when passing.• Control bicycle speed on neighborhood paths, and proceed slowly through an underpass.• Keep pets under control and on a leash when on the paths and trails. Clean up after all dogs.• Be courteous to golfers, refrain from loud noise when near a golf course.• If discovered, do not touch historical and/or culturally signifi cant items (pottery, petroglyphs, etc).

Etiquette and Guidelines

Desert Camp Community Center

The Homestead Community Center

Maintenance / Landscape

Community Patrol

480.342.7178

480.585.1641

480.585.8654

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DC Ranch Phone Numbers

© 2011 DC Ranch Community Council

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Country Club PathDistance Elevation2.06 mi / 3.32 km 126’

Market Street LoopDistance Elevation0.92 mi / 1.47 km 39’

Pioneer PathDistance Elevation2.20 mi / 3.54 km 59’

Pima Road PathDistance Elevation1.37 mi / 2.21 km 261’

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Thompson Peak Parkway PathDistance Elevation2.89 mi / 4.64 km 173’

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Boundary Line TrailDistance Elevation0.86 mi / 1.38 km 109’

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Hutchinson Trail PathDistance Elevation0.28 mi / 3.54 km 39’

Legacy Boulevard PathDistance Elevation1.25 mi / 2.00 km 37’

Beardsley Wash TrailDistance Elevation2.79 mi / 4.49 km 476’

Desert Parks LoopDistance Elevation0.57 mi / 3.54 km 58’

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Desert Arroyo TrailDistance Elevation0.52 mi / 0.84 km 50’

Power Line Corridor TrailDistance Elevation0.90 mi / 1.45 km 40’

DC Ranch CrossingDistance Elevation0.69 mi / 1.11 km 26’

Tender Foot Loop Distance Elevation0.70 mi / 1.13 km 25’

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