Double Butte Loop Trail

A broad natural circuit around both sandstone buttes in Papago West Park.

Distance
2.3 mi · Loop
Time
50 min
Surface
Natural trail; exact tread composition not published
Grade / hills
50 ft change; numeric grade not published

Start

West Park Drive parking lot, Papago West Park
Directions

Route

  1. Begin at the West Park Drive parking lot in Papago West Park.
  2. Proceed north to the signed Double Butte Loop and follow the natural trail around both the small and larger buttes.
  3. Complete the circuit back at the West Park Drive parking lot.

Good to know

The City publishes the complete loop and 50-foot elevation change but does not specify exact tread material, numeric grade, cross-slope, width, steps, ruts, or wash crossings. Natural surface is not an accessibility claim. The route is exposed; bring water and avoid dangerous heat.

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