Mellow Hike: Marcus Landslide

REMINDER: If this is your first hike with the Sun Lakes Hiking Club, it is required to contact the hike leader before your first club hike. Mellow Hike: Marcus Landslide Trail out of Tom's Thumb trailhead in the Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve 3.3 miles (eliminating the loop) AEG 500 feet Driver's fee $7 Leader: Mary Miller cell #602-849-4638 The Marcus Landslide Trail runs along the eastern edge of the Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve to a massive landslide that occurred 500,000 years ago. Mild grades and a smooth track are ideal for mellow hikers. While the landslide is the main attraction, mushroom shaped rocks and views of the surrounding area to include Four Peaks, Mount McDowell, and Weaver's Needle are compelling reasons to hike this trail. The trail head has bathrooms. Hike poles are recommended. Lunch option: The Living Room @ 20751 N. Pima Rd. SE corner of Pima and E. Thompson Peak Pkwy New hikers must contact the hike leader prior to the hike.