Hiking Butcher Jones Trail: Calming Sights & Sounds of Saguaro Lake

Hi,
Enjoy this trail guide for hiking the Butcher Jones Trail located along Saguaro Lake near Fort McDowell, Arizona.
I hiked this trail at 6 a.m. in late June to beat the heat and lake crowds. At that early time of the morning, the birds were chirping and the waters were calm. I didn't include background music for the hiking sections of this video, so that you could enjoy these relaxing sounds to their fullest.
Things to Know
Location: 44 miles northeast of Phoenix, Arizona, near Fort McDowell
Trail Hours: Sunrise to Sunset
Distance: -5.8 miles (out & back)
Difficulty: Moderate
Elevation Gain: ~266 ft* (according to my Garmin watch, but other resources calculate it higher)
Time: 2 - 2.5 hours
**Day use pass is required - www.fs.usda.gov/detail/tonto/...
I hope this video guide helps you plan your hike on the Butcher Jones Trail!
- Mike
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👍Helpful Links👍
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🗺️ AllTrails
www.alltrails.com/trail/us/ar...
Butcher Jones Recreation Site
www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/tonto...
Tonto National Forest Day Pass
www.fs.usda.gov/detail/tonto/...
📍Google Maps
www.google.com/maps/place/But...
🏜️ Saguaro Lake
www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/tonto...
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[@josecrespo4102]

Another Great Video. Thanks

[@ArizonaTreks]

Thank you for watching-I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@vedrana0127]

The beautiful lake in this desert environment is a real gem. Thank you for taking us along 👍🥰

[@ArizonaTreks]

@@vedrana0127 You’re welcome! The views here are stunning. I plan to go back another time & kayak Saguaro Lake.

[@KhurshidsChannel]

Beautiful video. The views are awesome. I enjoyed watching it. Thanks for sharing. 👍5

[@ArizonaTreks]

@@KhurshidsChannel thank you!

[@rvlife289]

Thanks again for a great video of my new hometown! Looks like it could use some maintenance. You’re brave to do it in the heat. I’ll wait until October!😅

[@ArizonaTreks]

Thank you! Yes, October would be better to hike this trail, but I made sure I carried plenty of water & got out of the sun before it got too hot.