The Man in the Maze Trail

2025 Crescordia Award Recipient

The Man in the Maze Trails Park, in Sahuarita, Arizona, was once a lead-zinc milling operation. In 2015, the site entered ADEQ’s Voluntary Remediation Program. With Sahuarita’s growth and community collaboration, a vision emerged to transform the land into open space with walking trails and educational opportunities. In 2023, after remediation, the 87-acre park was donated to the Town of Sahuarita and opened for public use. In addition to environmental restoration, the park fosters health, wellness, cultural preservation, and cross-sector collaboration. Named by the community, the park holds cultural significance for the Tohono O’odham people, symbolizing the journey of life. It serves as a space for developing cultural awareness, connecting communities, and building resilience.