Finally we licked Tom's Thumb
Sometimes it is tough to find the exact information of a trail. There are so many websites, blogs and yelp reviews but still I find it tough to find all the information I am looking for. So, in my review I will try my best to provide the useful information.
Tom's Thumb is located in Scottsdale's McDowell Sonoran Preserve. The official websites are
http://www.mcdowellsonoran.org/trailhead/displayLocation/8#sthash.s7ooNaPa.dpbs
http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/preserve
There are many loops on this trail. Make sure you check the Picture I have uploaded here for the difficulty levels
We didn't and ended up doing the toughest one - to the base of Tom's thumb.
Pickup up a fold-able map available near the restrooms. This area has no drinking water.
You can enter this address in your GPS - 23015 N 128th St, Scottsdale, AZ, 85255 and when you get near, there are clear sign boards to the trail head.
The drive to the trailhead itself is a roller coaster ride and fun. You'll know when you get there
Now about the Hike - it is tough and fun. Great views. In some parts it is like walking in the sand due to loose gravel, which makes the hike even tougher.
The view from the base of Tom's thumb is spectacular.
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