San Tan Mountain Regional Park
San Tan Mountain Regional Park
San Tan Mountain Regional Park
4.5
What is Travellers’ Choice?
Tripadvisor gives a Travellers’ Choice award to accommodations, attractions and restaurants that consistently earn great reviews from travellers and are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor.
Top ways to experience nearby attractions
Are you currently on your trip?
Help us find experiences available for you.
The area
Address
Reach out directly
Best nearby
Restaurants
6 within 5 kms
Attractions
13 within 10 kms
Contribute
Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.
Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as waiting time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.
4.5
211 reviews
Excellent
136
Very good
63
Average
9
Poor
1
Terrible
2
KJS
Minneapolis, MN37 contributions
Jan 2021 • Family
We took our kids hiking (age 6 and 8) and it was perfect. There are a number of trails to select depending on time and difficulty. We hiked Goldmine. It was a bit challenging for the kids (use caution as there is a lot of loose rock), but the view from the top is amazing. Inside the ranger station is a gift shop and there are animals and other educational items to help kids learn about the desert environment and wildlife. My kids loved that.
Written 16 January 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
WWTraveler27
Phoenix, AZ253 contributions
Jan 2025 • Friends
This hike is easy and serves as a great warm-up for the day. It's best to arrive early since part of the trail is shared with mountain bikers and horseback riders, which can lead to crowds on weekends. The trail can be accessed easily from either side of the San Tan Mountains.
Written 12 January 2025
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Jerri L
Johnston, IA4,793 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
Went to San Tan Regional Park to hike on a Tuesday morning. The fee is $7/vehicle or $2/individual on foot or bike. When you park there is a restroom and visitor area. The trails are very well marked and easy to follow. They are very good for mountain bikers - beginners would have no trouble on these trails. There are horseback riders as well and trail rides take place. Trails are plenty wide enough that it is easy to step aside for bikers and horseback riders. The views are beautiful. There are loops so it is easy to plan your hike according to the distance you would like to go. The nap they offer at the entry location is great - showing holes, trails, difficulty and lengths.
We hiked 6 miles total - started on little leaf to goldmine, then crossed onto San Tan, stayed on San Tan until Hedgehog then hooked back up with San Tan to finish the hike to the entrance station and parking lot. The 6 mile hike took us 2.5 hours at an easy pace.
Definitely would recommend this hike for all hiker abilities.
We hiked 6 miles total - started on little leaf to goldmine, then crossed onto San Tan, stayed on San Tan until Hedgehog then hooked back up with San Tan to finish the hike to the entrance station and parking lot. The 6 mile hike took us 2.5 hours at an easy pace.
Definitely would recommend this hike for all hiker abilities.
Written 17 March 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Billy W
2 contributions
Dec 2020 • Friends
Get qualified people to work at the park, there are want to be rangers leaving notices on cars for fatuous violations that are clearly not a violation. Trails are nothing to brag about. Superstition Mountains are much better and the few minute more drive is well worth it.
Written 27 December 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Dianne J
2 contributions
Mar 2020
I've hikes MILES here. Almost every trail-from beginners to experts, you'll find something. Start off Goldmine or on the other side at the Ranger Station; there are several loops depending on how much time you have.
Written 28 June 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Hiker1114
Queen Creek, AZ14 contributions
Jan 2020
This area has mountain trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding for all levels. There are some great round trip trails that you can make long or short. Excellent evening programs with rangers. Great parking. Easy access. So enjoy this local mountain park. Get up Goldmine Mountain for some nice views.
Written 11 February 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Gene Y
46 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
Great close in place to view nature! I went to visit the grave markers of the original miners that were looking for gold on the mountain. Only about a total of a mile to hike to graves. Start you hike on the back entrance to the park and not from the visitors center.
Written 2 January 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Mr. Vickery
Queen Creek, AZ138 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
As far as hiking goes, it’s probably more of a three-star location, but this is my home away from home, where I go to find myself so that’s worth an extra. There are some challenging trails, but nothing like cresting camelback mountain so you’ll want to manage your expectations. Most everyone I’ve ever crossed paths with here is super friendly. Fun place with a great story. Bring water, especially in the summer, as there is limited shade.
Written 1 January 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Stan5107
United Kingdom147 contributions
Oct 2019 • Friends
Trails are excellent, providing a variety of levels and distance to get out in the fresh air. Tackled in Summer best in the morning while coo, and winter at daylight. Great parking, maps, water, restrooms and the wonderful desert to enjoy.
Written 9 January 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Trey16
1 contribution
Apr 2015 • Family
These people treated me like crap. I went there last week with a couple of my friends and after our hike they bombarded us with questions and accused us of stealing when we went into the gift shop. One woman said "You better watch what you're doing, I've been around boys like you for a long time" "what?" I said confused. "Don't get smart Alec with me" so I left the store and began walking home waiting for my mom to come and pick us up. After we got about halfway down the road a car slams on it's breaks and rolls in reverse. There were probably tire marks in the road. After we saw that we began to run for our lives not knowing if it was a kidnapper. I called my mother as i was running and told her what was happening. She talked to the man and he was very rude. He accused us of yelling "obscenities" at him but didnt have an explanation for what we said. Then my mom brought up the woman accusing us of stealing and he denied it all. Later my mom called the park to talk to the woman and she and the man denied everything once again. I will not return to this place anytime soon, thanks Ranger Pete!
Written 15 April 2015
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Would there be trails for us with a one year old? Possibly stroller friendly?
Written 7 June 2024
$7/car. This pass allows in/out access for a day.
If you plan to visit several times, you can buy a book of 5 daily passes for $25.
Written 29 February 2020
What is the taller Mountain to the West of the Dynamite trail that looks to be 3000+ ft in elevation? Is that part of the San Tan Mountains, and does it have trails to hike?
Written 25 September 2018
Not sure, but I would send a note to the park interpretive office and get a first-hand response.
Written 25 September 2018
I was wondering if the road off the highway to the parking lot is paved or gravel. If it's gravel how rough is the terrain as I'm driving a sports car.
Written 2 December 2016
I believe dogs on leads are permitted.
Written 17 November 2016
The Hedge Hog Loop that connects San Tan is 1.0 miles. The Entire San Tan Loop is 6.4 miles. IF you start on the San Tan Trail and take the Cut Thru of the Hedge Hog Loop to San Tan and return to the Parking Lot The San Tan Part of the loop would be 3.6 miles so adding the Hedge Hog Loop of 1.0 miles, the TOTAL would be 4.6 miles. I have done this loop many times. If you want to get your heart pumping take the Hedge Hog Loop as it first comes into San Tan (off to the right) then San Tan (left turn) and as you walk up to "The Bench" at the top is a nice elevation!
Written 31 March 2016
Showing results 1-10 of 10
*Likely to sell out: Based on Viator’s booking data and information from the provider from the past 30 days, it seems likely this experience will sell out through Viator, a Tripadvisor company.
Is this your Tripadvisor listing?
Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more.
Claim your listing