Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Park is an easy to access, pretty area with hiking and mountain bike trails in the middle of the city. It is a great place to hike and ride, offering a lot of nice trails with something for everyone and hills for a good workout. The area is clean with very little trash. A stream is usually running through part of it, making for a nice resting place, especially after rain. The best part is by far the views of the surrounding areas. It is noted as a dog-friendly area and an American Indian conservation and wildlife refuge. There is currently construction on the privately owned property to build a picnic area and exhibit, while preserving the trails. Visitors note it gets hot in the summer with not a whole lot of shade, and it can be dry with lots of ants and lizards. Some trails can turn into a bit of a maze, wishing for better managed sign posts.
Great local park to ride mountain bikes and hike. Nice its close to town and the Canyon Crest town center.
August 2026
I love this park took our babies here growing up and they love it . Came to see the blood moon with my honey here and watched multiple sunsets with him its unforgettable 💕. Wish the water area was opened at night during the summer because its so hot.
August 2026
Pretty decent place for trail runs. Not high in elevation, but plenty of rolling hills, so you can still get that hill work done. My only really gripe is that the place has a funky smell. A bit like a bunch of people peed outside and it’s just been festering. Possibly just a seasonal thing. I do like the place though.
