26 RM South Mountain Group Hike

Arriving in Phoenix early? Join us on a group hike Friday, March 13 to kick off the conference by meeting other attendees and exploring the beautiful South Mountain Park/Preserve  One of the largest municipal parks in the United States, South Mountain offers more than 58 miles of public hiking and biking trails. Please bring plenty of water, snacks, and sun protection. Group pace and distance (<5 miles) will be determined by those who join. Feel free to continue hiking and exploring the preserve after our venture!

1. 1. Date: Friday, March 13, 2026

   2. Time: 10:00 am - TBD

   3. Location: South Mountain Park Visitor Center, 10409 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85042

   4. Transportation: Participants must provide their own transportation to and from the meeting location. South Mountain Park is approximately 20 minutes from the location of the main conference and is accessible via Waymo, Phoenix Metro bus (25-30 min + walk, bus 0; $4 round-trip), Uber, or Lyft.