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Surrounding the base of 2,608-foot Piestewa Peak, Phoenix Mountains Park and Recreation Area, and Dreamy Draw Recreation Area are gateways into diverse desert landscapes that offer everything from fantastic views to secluded valleys. This area boasts dozens of miles of multi-use trails.
- Trail Map & Descriptions
Difficulty: Moderate. Access: Start at the 302 Trailhead....
- Trail Map & Descriptions
Difficulty: Moderate. Access: Start at the 302 Trailhead. Proceed to Piestewa Peak Freedom Trail to connect to Piestewa Peak Summit Trail. Description: The Dreamy Draw Nature Trail is a short multi-access loop trail that provides a true Sonoran Desert experience.
Piestewa Peak (/ p aɪ ˈ ɛ s t ə w ɑː / py-ES-tə-wah; [4] O'odham: Vainom Do'ag, formerly Squaw Peak), at 2,610 feet (796 m) is the second highest point in the Phoenix Mountains, after Camelback Mountain, and the third highest in the city of Phoenix, Arizona.
25 lut 2022 · The Piestewa Peak hike via the Summit Trail is 2.1 miles in an out-and-back-formation. For such a relatively short hike in the Valley, Piestewa’s Peak offers amazing views of downtown Phoenix, and the cities of Mesa, Chandler, and Scottsdale.
Feb 2020. If you're looking for some great exercise, take time to hike Piestewa Peak. There is a fair amount of parking availability and you will need it as Piestewa Peak is extremely busy, especially on beautiful days so get there early.
The 2,608 foot Piestewa Peak is not only one of prominent landmarks in the Valley of th Sun, but one of its most popular hiking venues where over a half a million people hike its Summit Trail every year.
This is a gorgeous and challenging hike that travels through the heart of Phoenix Mountains Park. Many hikers visit Piestewa Peak for its proximity to Phoenix but be prepared for crowds and parking challenges.
