Whether you want to get away from it all or be in the middle of it all, Scottsdale is an ideal vacation destination!

When the urge for solitude arises, Scottsdales trails offer scenic hikes for both casual and experienced hikers its one of the best ways to view the cacti, plants and critters that are unique to this delicate ecosystem. Some of the most popular trails can be found in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, an expansive nature refuge created by the government and citizens of Scottsdale with the goal of preserving our desert resources. For more information on Scottsdales Sonoran Desert, download your copy of our Desert Discovery Guide today. And to see how the local community is helping the environment, click here to read about Scottsdale Green By Design.