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Windgate Pass Trail

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  2. AZ
  3. …Phoenix Metro
  4. …Scottsdale
  5. McDowell Sonoran Preserve
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Length

3.1 Miles 4.9 Kilometers


Elevation

902' 275 m

Ascent

-475' -145 m

Descent

9%

Avg Grade (5°)

29%

Max Grade (16°)

3,014' 919 m

High

2,174' 663 m

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“Beautiful views of Scottsdale & Fountain Hills from this trail. ”

— Tom Dobson
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Overview

Daylight use only.
Features: Birding — Views — Wildflowers — Wildlife [Add/Remove]
Dogs: Leashed

Description [Suggest Changes]

This well-signed route includes spectacular views and great rolling climbs. Use the Horseshoe Trail or the Gateway Loop Trail for access. This trail ties into the Bell Pass Loop or Maricopa County Land including the Pemberton Trail. Bring your own water - this is desert climate at its best!

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Land Manager: City of Scottsdale

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Wingate Pass looking at Scottsdale
Wingate Pass looking at Scottsdale
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Lookout Point
Lookout Point
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Inspiration Point
Inspiration Point
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Looking up at Tom's Thumb from the Windgate Pass Trail...another day...
Looking up at Tom's Thumb from the Windgate Pas…
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Looking back at Windgate Pass
Looking back at Windgate Pass
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Inspiration Point Rest Area
Inspiration Point Rest Area
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