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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.
Get directions. Hit the trail. 14,978 photos. 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.
Hikers, walkers, sightseers, and runners flock to Piestewa Peak, drawn here partly because of its proximity to the Phoenix metropolitan area and expansive views. This mountain offers a short but taxing climb and many great views of the Sonoran desert.
Piestewa Peak and Freedom Loop Trail. Head out on this 8.0-km circular trail near Phoenix, Arizona. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 17 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.
The trail leading to the summit is a popular hiking destination, challenging outdoor enthusiasts with its steep incline and rocky terrain. Reaching the top rewards hikers with a sense of accomplishment and a chance to soak in the stunning vistas of the Phoenix metropolitan area.
The Peistewa Peak Hike at the Phoenix Mountain Preserve in Phoenix, Arizona is a very popular and strenuous 3.1 mile out-and-back trek to the top of Piestewa Peak. From the top of Piestewa Peak you get amazing views of Camelback Mountain, Four Peaks Mountain, and downtown Phoenix.
Piestewa Peak via Freedom Loop Trail is a 5 mile moderately popular expert route located near Phoenix Arizona. This hike only route can be used both directions and has a hard overall physical rating. This route includes 4 trails.
