Packrat and Passey Loop Trail
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Packrat and Passey Loop Trail
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The Packrat and Passey Loop Trail is a lightly trafficked serene route that begins in Sanctuary Cove and leads you through Saguaro National Park West. This is an easy route that’s perfect for the whole family. It’s usually never very busy, so you can enjoy the endless cactus views for yourself. Note that Sanctuary Cove closes at sunset, so you’ll need to do your hike before then or park somewhere else.
Getting there
The trailhead for the Packrat and Passey Loop Trail is in the parking area for Sanctuary Cove.
About
| Backcountry Campground | No |
| When to do | October-May |
| Pets allowed | No |
| Family friendly | Yes |
| Route Signage | Average |
| Crowd Levels | Low |
| Route Type | Loop |
Packrat and Passey Loop Trail
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Packrat and Passey Loop Trail Description
The Packrat and Passey Loop Trail is a relaxing, scenic hike that begins in Sanctuary Cove and leads you into Saguaro National Park West. This route is never very busy and it provides lovely views of the saguaros and the hills. It’s perfect for a chill morning hike.
Sanctuary Cove closes at sunset so get your hike in before then or you’ll have to find alternative parking. Additionally, this route is rocky in some parts, so sturdy boots will be a good choice if you have them.
From Sanctuary Cove, take W Staggs Road to N Scenic Drive and take a right. You’ll cross into the park and hike to where the loop splits. Go left here onto Packrat Trail, then take a left onto Passey Loop Trail. Follow this as it takes a right and loops past the far edge of the park. Say right and then left, which will get you onto the trail bound once again for the road. Follow the road back to Sanctuary Cove.
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