Crosscut Canal Path in Arizona State

Crosscut Canal Path

This path spans the entire length of the historic 4.5-mile Crosscut Canal and boasts striking views of both Tempe and Scottsdale.

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Crosscut Canal Path Details

This path spans the entire length of the historic 4.5-mile Crosscut Canal and boasts striking views of both Tempe and Scottsdale. Although the two-way paved road is generally used by cyclists, you will also find many other people using the trail, including runners, rollerbladers, and stroller-pushers.

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