At over 16,000 acres, South Mountain Park/Preserve often is referred to as the largest municipal park in the country. It boasts 51 miles of primary trails for horseback riding, hiking and mountain biking for all ability levels. The park/preserve's main entrance is open from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. Hours vary at other trailhead locations; check the hiking map for specific hours.
Silent Sunday returns each month in 2009!! On Silent Sundays, bicyclists, tots in strollers, in-line skaters and wheelchair users get to call the Park's roadways their own. Starting at 5 a.m. the park's roadways past the Central Avenue gate* will be reserved for non-motorized use. Remaining 2009 Silent Sunday dates are: April 26, May 24, June 21, July 26, August 23, September 27, October 25, November 22, December 20.
*All other park entrances and parking areas remain open to vehicles.
City purchases additional land for South Mountain
Hiking Map and Trail Guide
Other Trails and Educational Information