Arizona Day Hikes
In town for the weekend? Planning a bachelorette party and need some options? Want to get in some guided hikes with the boys? Looking for a break from the partying in Scottsdale? Let us assist you in exploring some of the best Phoenix hikes and experiencing the beauty of Sonoran Desert hiking!
choose your adventure!
Camelback Mountain
Phoenix Mountain Preserve
Phoenix Mountain Preserve
Hiking up and over Camelback Mountain is one of Phoenix's most iconic and rewarding adventures, offering a true taste of the desert’s rugged beauty. This challenging yet exhilarating trek takes you along steep climbs, rocky terrain, and dramatic elevation gains before rewarding you with sweeping panoramic views of Phoenix, Scottsdale, an
Hiking up and over Camelback Mountain is one of Phoenix's most iconic and rewarding adventures, offering a true taste of the desert’s rugged beauty. This challenging yet exhilarating trek takes you along steep climbs, rocky terrain, and dramatic elevation gains before rewarding you with sweeping panoramic views of Phoenix, Scottsdale, and the surrounding valleys.
Camelback Mountain
- 2.6 Miles
- 1200 ft gain, 1300 ft loss elevation
- Echo Canyon to Cholla Trailhead
- 3-4 hours
- Difficulty: Strenuous / Hard
Phoenix Mountain Preserve
Phoenix Mountain Preserve
Phoenix Mountain Preserve
Towering above the city, Piestewa Peak provides an escape into the local Sonoran Desert. Hard work will pay off with unbelievable views and a feeling of accomplishment as we summit the peak. Challenging and strenuous, this local favorite will push and test anyone willing to climb to the top!
Piestewa Peak
- 4.8 Miles
- 1600 ft gain, 1540 ft los
Towering above the city, Piestewa Peak provides an escape into the local Sonoran Desert. Hard work will pay off with unbelievable views and a feeling of accomplishment as we summit the peak. Challenging and strenuous, this local favorite will push and test anyone willing to climb to the top!
Piestewa Peak
- 4.8 Miles
- 1600 ft gain, 1540 ft loss
- Dreamy Draw to Piestewa Peak Drive
- 3-4 hours
- Difficuly: Strenuous / Medium-Hard
South Mountain
Phoenix Mountain Preserve
South Mountain
Located just south of Phoenix proper the South Mountain park provides amazing views of the city below. We focus on our two favorite hikes to get away from the crowds and get a day of hiking....but we have many options available! With over 60 miles of trails we can find something for everyone!
Maricopa Peak
- 7-8 Miles
- 1500 ft gain, 1500 ft l
Located just south of Phoenix proper the South Mountain park provides amazing views of the city below. We focus on our two favorite hikes to get away from the crowds and get a day of hiking....but we have many options available! With over 60 miles of trails we can find something for everyone!
Maricopa Peak
- 7-8 Miles
- 1500 ft gain, 1500 ft loss
- 4-6 hours
- Difficulty: Intermediate
Goat Hill Loop
- 6 Miles
- 1200 ft gain, 1200 ft loss
- 3-4 hours
- Difficulty: Intermediate