Waterfall Trail in the White Tank Mountains West of Phoenix

We took a Sunday afternoon and went to the White Tank Mountains. I can't believe that I have lived here for over 20 years and have never visited there! We parked by the trailhead and ate sandwiches before starting. The first mile is blacktopped and you walk out in the open, but as you get closer the mountains come in around you and you are surrounded by lots of desert landscaping and mountains. blue skies, green desert, and brown mountains! Watch for the petroglyphs all along the trail. After about a mile the trail turns to dirt, but this trail is well traveled by people so your stroller will be fine. The trail leads to a waterfall that is dry most of the time but, walk up the rock steps to the top and take a look. It is worth the time. Young children were all around and the trail was busy with people so, if you want more solitude go early in the morning. On the way back we took a side trail that made a big loop through the desert. The total for this trip was 4 miles. It was a nice flat even walk. The views are beautiful and the desert is right up close. On a 10 point scale I would give this a 1. It was easy for all the family members and we went in February so it was not hot but, do use your sunscreen!