The Sonoran Desert draws visitors from far & wide to walk among the iconic Saguaro cacti, craggy boulders, & spiky plant life that can be found nowhere else. Phoenician Lilia Menconi grew up on these trails, & in Moon Take a Hike Phoenix, she shows you the best hikes in & around the city--all within two hours of Phoenix. With details on public transportation options & clear directions on how to reach the trailhead, Menconi has all the bases covered. Suggested lists of hikes include: Best Historical Hikes Best Summit Views Best Hikes for Solitude Best Kid-Friendly Hikes Best Butt-Kickers Best Hikes for Wildflower Season Best Hikes Near Water Best Hikes for Wheelchair Access Let Menconi show you all the worthwhile hikes, from short, flat routes suitable for families to day-long, steep treks for more advanced hikers. Each hike profile contains practical information including point-by-point trail navigation, contact information, facilities, fees, parking instructions, & an easy-to-use map for each trail. From South Mountain Park with its many petroglyphs to the white granite rock formations of White Tank Mountain Regional Park, your trip begins with Moon Take a Hike Phoenix.