Come celebrate the development of this new trailhead to improve access to the Arizona National Scenic Trail on the Coronado National Forest in the foothills of the Santa Rita Mountains, ancestral lands of the Tohono O’odham & Chiricahua Apache. Enjoy presentations from project partners, eat delicious native foods, and then hike, run or ride on [...]
Join Saddlebrooke Hiking Club for a morning of work on passage 13. We will focus on catclaw removal and repairing damaged tread. With the summer heat behind us, it is sure to be a beautiful day on the trail!
Think... Motley Crue in the '80s when a hit song, "Shout at the Devil" came out, ahhhh, the ecstasy of living in the '80s. Now, think - the Sonoran Desert and trail work keeping the tune saying, "Drains in the Desert"! How can that not make you JACKED UP and EXCITED for TRAIL WORK in [...]
Help clear the trail for Oracle Rumble runners! The Oracle Rumble is on January 28th, so let's make sure this section of the trail is in better shape for the runners as they come through. We will be removing invasive catclaw, fixing drainages and filling in some erosion areas. We will meet at 8:30am at [...]
Thanks to generous donations from the Tucson Saddle Club, we will be installing a gate and raised cattle guard on a brand new segment of the trail! Access to the worksite requires a high clearance vehicle so we will meet at the Lamar Cobb Memorial on Sonoita Hwy and carpool from there.
Join Saddlebrooke Hiking Club for a morning of work on passage 13. We will focus on catclaw removal and repairing damaged tread. It is sure to be a beautiful day on the trail!
Join us for a weekend of trail work in the Mazatzals! For more information and to register, visit our Volunteer Events Page. Location Mt Peeley to Red Hills Trail junction Length 24.3 miles Southern Trailhead: Mt Peeley Trailhead GPS Coordinates: 34.00219° N, 111.47724° W Access Drive 4.8 miles north of Sunflower/Bushnell Tanks on AZ 87 [...]
Join us for a day of trail work on Passage 4 (section 4F)! For more information, and to register, visit our Volunteer Events Page. Location Highway 82 to Gardner Canyon Road Length 27.2 miles Southern Access Point: Casa Blanca Canyon Trailhead GPS Coordinates: 31°36’1.23″N, 110°43’26.83″W Access From the north, follow Highway 82 toward the town [...]
Come out to Passage 19E to help clear brush and mark the trail. You will get to enjoy the splendor of Cottonwood Creek and stunning views of Roosevelt Lake! For more information, and to register, visit our Volunteer Events Page. Location Rogers Trough Trailhead to Vineyard Trailhead Length 29.4 miles Southern Trailhead: Rogers Trough Trailhead [...]
The AZT VETS Program and Coronado National Forest Service will host this Veteran Volunteer Work Weekend near the famous High Jinks Ranch just outside Oracle's town. During this hitch, our main objective will be to improve the lower section of Passage 12c of the Arizona Trail (also known as Oracle Ridge Trail), which has been [...]
Join us for a day of trail clearing on passage 7. The focus of this work event will be digging out catclaw, whitethorn acacia, and other pricklies from the corridor. We will brush and complete other maintenance tasks as needed to support a pain-free course for Scramble runners. Please wear long pants, long sleeves, and [...]
Are you interested in learning more about properly monitoring, maintaining and constructing trails? Are you a steward of the Arizona Trail or are you interested in helping out with trail projects? Do you like to get your hands dirty while learning valuable skills at the same time? If you answered “yes” to any [...]
The AZT VETS (Veteran Engagement / Trail Stewardship) and Coronado National Forest Service are hosting this Veteran Volunteer Work Weekend on Passage 11A of the Arizona Trail, working to improve the tread from Gordon Hirabayashi Campground to Sycamore Reservoir. This is also a sacred time for our veteran community as we celebrate the lives [...]
National Trails Day is June 3 but we will be celebrating all weekend long with a backcountry work event on passage 1. Nestled in the Huachuca Mountains, this is beautiful land of aspens, firs, and pines with sweeping views across grasslands into Mexico! We will meet at the Sunnyside Canyon Trailhead Thursday morning. From there, [...]
Are you interested in learning more about properly monitoring, maintaining and constructing trails? Are you a steward of the Arizona Trail or are you interested in helping out with trail projects? Do you like to get your hands dirty while learning valuable skills at the same time? If you answered “yes” to any of these [...]
Summit Hut is celebrating National Trails Day with a thru-hiker tabling and happy hour event (from a variety of trails!). After, author, Derek Lugo, will talk about his book; 'The Unlikely Thru-Hiker'. Appetizers and beer will be available for purchase.
Join us for a gorgeous day of trail maintenance on the slopes of the Kachina Peaks. We'll meet near Bismark Lake and work northbound on the AZT, installing drainage features and clearing brush from the corridor. Participants should be prepared to walk between 3-5 miles with tools at elevation of close to 9,000'.
Join us in clearing the way for SOBO thru hikers. For more information, and to register, visit our Volunteer Events Page.
Join us for a weekend of trail work and camping on passage 36
Are you interested in learning more about properly monitoring, maintaining and constructing trails? Are you a steward of the Arizona Trail or are you interested in helping out with trail projects? Do you like to get your hands dirty while learning valuable skills at the same time? If you answered “yes” to any of these [...]
Join REI Chandler in connecting outdoor enthusiasts with local opportunities to get outside. This community event will have music, food, fun activities, and opportunity to engage REI customers with the AZT. Come on out to share stories, information, and resources about the trail and the ATA.
The AZT VETS (Veteran Engagement / Trail Stewardship) and Coconino National Forest Service are hosting this Veteran Volunteer Work Weekend on Passage 28A of the Arizona Trail, improving the trail corridor from Jacks Canyon to Hay Meadow Tank. Most meals will be provided at no extra cost to participants. Pre-registration is required. All ages and [...]
This event will focus on Casa Blanca Canyon Trailhead, parking area, and the AZT connector trail. We will focus on trimming and digging out overgrowth. With cooler temperatures upon us, the trailhead is sure to be getting busy so we will make it look nice and welcoming.
Looking for a fun way to spend this year's Arizona Trail in a Day on October 7? Why keep the fun to only one day when it could be a whole weekend of AZT awesomeness alongside other AZT enthusiasts?? We have asked ourselves the same questions and we think this event is just the ticket! Join [...]
Join us for the 6th Annual AZT in a Day: a coordinated effort to complete the entire 800-mile Arizona National Scenic Trail (AZT) in just 24 hours. This endeavor is no small feat, and we need your help to make it happen! This challenge also raises awareness to support trail construction and maintenance; youth programs [...]
Are you interested in learning more about properly monitoring, maintaining and constructing trails? Are you a steward of the Arizona Trail or are you interested in helping out with trail projects? Do you like to get your hands dirty while learning valuable skills at the same time? If you answered “yes” to any of these [...]
We are looking for volunteer booth coverage from 9a-130p and are hoping you can help! Cyclovia is an exciting festivity that offers pedestrians and cyclist a day of vehicle-free roadways. It is sure to draw an active crowd interested in learning more about the AZT. Volunteers will engage booth visitors and provide resources about the [...]
The Spirit World 100 gravel bike event will be held in Patagonia Thursday 11/2-Sunday 11/5 and the ATA is honored to be a beneficiary! Throughout this weekend event, we will be staffing a table at Patagonia Lumber Co. We are in need of volunteers to staff the table, engage with event participants, and sell raffle [...]
If you’ve been looking for a challenging, but satisfying, 4-day backcountry trail maintenance event in the beautiful Mazatzal Wilderness, then please plan to join us Nov. 3 - 6 on passage 23, segment 23a of the Mazatzal Divide Trail.
Join us for a day of trail work on passage 11c! Work may include brushing, tread work, and minor rock work. Bring plenty of water!
The AZT VETS (Veteran Engagement | Trail Stewardship), with support from Team Rubicon West Branch and Coronado National Forest Service, is hosting this special 3rd Annual Veteran Volunteer Work Weekend over Veterans Day weekend on Passage 1 of the Arizona Trail, continuing the remediation from double-track to single-track after machinery obliterated the trail between [...]
Join Borderlands Restoration Network and the Arizona Trail Association for a nature hike on the Arizona Trail through conservation property near the town of Patagonia. The hike will be 1.3 miles out and back (total of 2.6 miles). Dogs who are friendly with other dogs and people are welcome to join. Dogs must be leashed and [...]
Join us for a day of trail work in the Superstition Wilderness. .
Join us on a 4-day backcountry event in the beautiful Mazatzal Wilderness southwest of Payson. We will be brushing on segments 23b and 23c. Basic backpacking skills, equipment, and fitness are required for this self-supported trip. Food will not be provided. We will be camping near a water source. Please bring water treatment. Tools and [...]
The Alamo Canyon Passage is classic Sonoran desert - rugged, remote and beautiful. Though it burned in the Telegraph fire of 2021, this is still a striking landscape with amazing rock and spectacular views - and now it needs our help more than ever as it recovers from the damage done by the flames. Join [...]
Join us in the southern Superstition Mountains on the slopes of Montana Mountain for a remote work event supported by 4wds. We have secured two modified four-door jeep Rubicons to take us up FR650 to the trail junction near Montana Mountain. This will allow us to get the crew in position to trim the overgrown [...]
Celebrate 2024 with a morning of trail work with Saddlebrooke Hiking Club on passage 13. We will focus on catclaw removal and repairing damaged tread. After introductions and a safety briefing, we will work on the trail until about 11:30a. After that, we will regroup in the parking area for light refreshments. Dress warm! We [...]
Join us on passage 4 for a morning of trail work and afternoon of hiking in honor of Women's History Month! Group camping will be available near the worksite Friday and Saturday. All are welcome! Our primary project will involve rock work to address an area of degraded tread. Other tasks may include brushing and drainage [...]
If you’ve been looking for a challenging, but satisfying, 4-day backcountry trail maintenance event in the beautiful Mazatzal Wilderness, then please plan to join us March 22-25 on passage 23, segment 23a of the Mazatzal Divide Trail. Basic backpacking skills and fitness are required for this self-supported trip. Tools, PPE, and training will be provided [...]
Celebrate Earth Day early at Sunland Village's Early Earth Day celebration in Mesa. This event is targeted to trail lovers, nature enthusiasts, and conservationists. It will be a great space to engage with the community while promoting the AZT! ATA is excited to have a booth at this event and is looking for volunteers to [...]
We are returning to Roosevelt Lake to complete a rock work project on passage 19. This event is not posted for volunteer sign up. If you are interested in participating, email Chrissy; Chrissy@aztrail.org.
April 6th is Arizona Public Lands Day! Come join us and the Arizona Trail Association for a community hike in the South Mountain Preserve. Come explore the Pima Wash Trail to West Loop in Phoenix, Arizona, and enjoy the wonderful weather, blooming wildflowers, and practice species identification through INaturalist, a free mobile app that naturalists, [...]
This two day weekend event will include an overnight camp, two days of hiking uphill in the late spring and tons of fun! Join us for all or part of the weekend to brush Passage 16, fix some drains and enjoy spring in the desert. .
This trail marathon, half-marathon and 10K traverses the valley between the Santa Rita and the Rincon Mountains. It offers spectacular, sweeping views and while the marathon has plenty of challenging ups and downs, the half-marathon and 10K courses offer mostly a gentle, winding descent through ocotillo, prickly pear cactus, creosote, and mesquite.
Join Chispa AZ and AZ AANHPI in elevating the movement for environmental justice at their Earth Day celebration! This event aims to foster collaboration and community spirit in a vibrant and safe space. Gather, eat, learn, and have fun honoring Madre Tierra. ATA is excited to have a booth at this event and is in need of volunteers [...]
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