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One of the toughest and most rewarding trails in the McDowells.


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1.4

Miles

2.3

KM

Point to Point

3,607' 1,099 m

High

2,577' 785 m

Low

3' 1 m

Up

1,033' 315 m

Down

14%

Avg Grade (8°)

30%

Max Grade (16°)

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Features Birding · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

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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Land Manager: City of Scottsdale

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Tom Dobson

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Get out and experience the McDowell Mountains in Scottsdale, AZ!
Mar 8, 2017 near Fountai…, AZ

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Dec 14, 2019
The Turk
Apr 4, 2019
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Mar 3, 2019
Granger Guy
Did as part of a 10 mi. loop from Tom Thumb TH over Windgate pass. This trail is challenging but lonely. 1.4mi — 1h 00m
Feb 1, 2017
Morgan Faber
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