Camelback Mountain
A city landmark mountain shaped like a crouching camel. The steep Echo Canyon trail is thrilling, and the summit overlooks the entire Phoenix valley.
At about 827 m, it is the highest point in the city. The two summit trails, Echo Canyon and Cholla, take about 2–3 hours round trip. The second half requires scrambling over rocks with both hands and feet, making it quite difficult and unsuitable for beginner hikers. Reaching the summit at sunrise to watch the morning light over the valley is most popular. Parking spots are very limited and fill up early on weekend mornings, so taking a taxi is recommended. In summer, be sure to set out before 6 a.m. and bring plenty of water. Trails are temporarily closed on extreme heat warning days.
Opening hours
Sunrise to sunset
Nearby sights
- Old Town Scottsdale
- Desert Botanical Garden
- Papago Park & Hole-in-the-Rock
- Phoenix Zoo
- Piestewa Peak
- S'edav Va'aki Museum (Pueblo Grande)
- Tempe Town Lake
- OdySea Aquarium