Quartz Ridge Trailhead (#8A) Phoenix Mountain Reserve

About

You will find Quartz Ridge Trailhead (#8A) Phoenix Mountain Reserve in Phoenix, AZ, at 6511 E Sierra Vista Dr, listed here as a hiking trail.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.8 out of 5 across 142 Google reviews. That puts it 3rd of the 20 rated hiking trails we list in Phoenix.

No opening hours are published for this listing, which usually points to dawn-to-dusk access — worth confirming before a long trip. Parking is the easy part: a free lot and a paid lot. And if it does not suit, 19 more hiking trails in Phoenix are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other hiking trails in Phoenix.

What works

Consistently well reviewed
4.8 stars held across 142 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
3rd best-rated in Phoenix
Measured against the 20 rated hiking trails we track in Phoenix.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Free parking
A free lot — one less thing to pay for, though paid options sit alongside it.
Easy to pair with a second stop
19 other hiking trails sit in the same city, so a wash-out here need not waste the trip.

Worth knowing first

Hours are not published
Google lists no opening times for this one. Daylight hours are the safe assumption.
No easy way to confirm
Neither a phone number nor a website is on file, so there is nobody to check with ahead of a visit.

Planning a visit

General guidance for hiking trails, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Marked trails that can run from a short loop to a half-day out, with the trailhead as the only real commitment.

A good fit for hikers and trail runners looking for a route close to town.

When to go

Start early — trailhead parking is the first thing to disappear on a good weekend.

What to bring

More water than feels necessary
Shoes with grip
A downloaded map — signal thins out
Leash and waste bags

Amenities

Dogs Allowed

Parking Available

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Common questions about Quartz Ridge Trailhead (#8A) Phoenix Mountain Reserve

What is Quartz Ridge Trailhead (#8A) Phoenix Mountain Reserve?

Quartz Ridge Trailhead (#8A) Phoenix Mountain Reserve is a hiking trail in Phoenix, AZ, at 6511 E Sierra Vista Dr.

What are the opening hours at Quartz Ridge Trailhead (#8A) Phoenix Mountain Reserve?

No opening hours are published for Quartz Ridge Trailhead (#8A) Phoenix Mountain Reserve. Public spaces like this are commonly open from dawn to dusk, but confirm with the operator before travelling.

Are dogs allowed at Quartz Ridge Trailhead (#8A) Phoenix Mountain Reserve?

Yes — Quartz Ridge Trailhead (#8A) Phoenix Mountain Reserve is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.

Is there parking at Quartz Ridge Trailhead (#8A) Phoenix Mountain Reserve?

Parking options here include a free lot and a paid lot.

How is Quartz Ridge Trailhead (#8A) Phoenix Mountain Reserve rated?

Quartz Ridge Trailhead (#8A) Phoenix Mountain Reserve holds 4.8 out of 5 stars from 142 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

Phoenix has 19 other hiking trails listed on AllParx, including Echo Canyon Trailhead, Piestewa Peak Trailhead and Camelback Hike.