Suggestions for Hiking Trail near Phoenix

Katie-Lee • November 17, 2013I'm not super athletic, but I come here when I feel like enjoying nature and giving my muscles a boost. Hikers are friendly, and you can choose how hard you want to work. Great for all levels!

Joe I. • August 16, 2015All the trails are fun, challenging and scenic.

Jessi S. • November 13, 2013If you are looking for a relaxing hike, filled with beautiful sites to see, this is the right trail! But, make sure to allot at least three hours if you plan to go all the way to the top.

Ashley B. • December 5, 2018This is a great moderate trail with hills and valleys! If you hike over the hump, it will lead you to the back parking lot for Squaw Peak! Always bring lots of water!

Greg N. • February 27, 2016All trails in this area are great, scenic and easy to walk.

🌵Andrew K. • April 20, 2015Off the beaten path trail entrance that delivers a much better than expected experience. Mostly rocky trail and fairly rigorous from the get go. Great way to get to Hidden Valley and Fat Man's Pass.

Heidi E. • July 20, 2011There's a top-secret path on the South side of North mountain. Climb the hidden stair case at the end of Central and keep heading up. It connects to the paved path at the top of N. Mountain.

Chuck C. • June 15, 2015Great paved hike. Short and sweet, great for a date hike. Otherwise try running up for a good sweat.

Jenn A. • August 24, 2013This is one of my top favorite 3 places to run/hike. Careful of coyotes and flying ants at the top!!! Also, there's many trails and really fun until you get lost. Not much shade here on sunny days.

Brad D. • December 23, 2014This trail has a definite scramble element. It's short, but it is straight up. Bring some water.

Joe W. • August 8, 2014Hiking trails

Dana Starr • April 10, 2012This place is amazing, love all of the wildlife as well!

vincent k. • April 14, 2011A must do if you live in the Phoenix area. Located in beautiful Scottsdale. Great exercise and amazing view throughout the hike and especially at the summit. Bring water!

KJ M. • July 14, 2017Easy steep short hike to the top. Have to walk around path to the right as your facing it. Great place to take guests and has a beautiful lake area around it.

Jessica L. • March 5, 2013Beautiful view!! & a nice hike. Sometime it's a bit crowded

Justin L. • July 30, 2022Beautiful views and a super easy hike.

natasha h. • February 28, 2013Go anytime of the day, there is shade everywhere so it doesn't get too hot when you are working on your fitness

Mark M. • August 23, 2010Jeff b learned about the trail from me....mayor indeed

Smitty • March 1, 2014The view at sunset is amazing.

Dawna H. • November 5, 2011Despite the weather, bring LOTS of water (more than you think you will need). Also, plan your trip so you have enough time before sundown. Never hurts to let people know where you're going also.

Visit Phoenix • June 22, 2011Phoenix is home to the largest municipal park in the world. South Mountain Park and Preserve covers more than 16,500 acres and has more than 50 miles of hiking, biking and equestrian trails.

Asher K. • December 28, 2015Steep hike but worth the view. Can be chilly in winter.

Michelle S. • April 22, 2018Coolest trail with the most shade. Lots of frogs in the pond. Best trail for saguaro cactus. Make sure to pound some pods and taste the sweet flour.

Andy M. • June 27, 2014Just a wonderful hike. Right amount of hard parts and a wonderful reward at the end.

Darnese S. • July 18, 2013Hiking Hikers Hike every Wednesday at 6pm for 1hr-Beginners/Intermediate

Anthony D. • August 31, 2016A great place to hike and or bike. Alone, with friends or a date, an all around beautiful natural area within such a large city.

Mike E. • June 24, 2013If you want to get a parking spot, either park at the Visitor's Center (North of the Pointe Hilton), or the picnic area off Peoria. The tiny lot at the base of the paved trail fills too fast.

asegay • March 28, 2012Need a gateway from the streets and traffic lights? Come to the Peak to enjoy nature on a nice day. Perhaps try using the restroom before going on your hike and of course bring WATER!

Kate M. • December 1, 2015Great place for a leisure hike

Ashley G. • November 15, 2013Very nice park with a great view on the mountain. If you are a beginner when pertaining to hiking this is definitely a great place. I took my 5 year old and he had a blast!