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Tom's Thumb Trailhead
23015 N 128th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85262
Trail🪢 Leash required
4.2 miles of trails
⭐ 4.7
4,810 reviews
Tom's Thumb Trailhead launches into northeastern McDowell Sonoran Preserve from Scottsdale. Leashed dogs cover the 4.2-mile round trip to the thumb with water, parking, and restrooms. Bring booties for rocky terrain.
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- Park
- Tom's Thumb Trailhead
- Type
- Trail
- Location
- Scottsdale, Arizona
- Coordinates
- 33.6856, -111.7950
- Trail miles
- 4.2
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Casual visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (4,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.1 / 10 — Solid
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:No
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
6.1/ 10
Solid
- · ★ 4.7 from 4,810 reviewers
- · Water on-site
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Dog policy
Northeastern McDowell Sonoran Preserve trailhead. Leashed dogs welcome on trail (4.2mi RT to Thumb).
What this park has
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
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