To the unfamiliar, the desert can look lifeless and bland—until you immerse yourself in the landscape. This guided, 2-hour hike in the Sonoran Desert showcases the beauty and awe of this iconic American landscape. The goal is fun, so the pace, mileage, and difficulty is up to you. No hiking gear, no problem. Leave it all up to your guide to show you where to go and what to know on a beloved trail in the Phoenix Mountains.

• Hike at the speed of your comfort with a fun and knowledgeable local guide
• Scale the trail to reach expansive views of the Valley of the Sun, including Phoenix, Scottsdale and Camelback Mountain
• Learn about the landscape from the perspective and knowledge of a professional outdoors enthusiast
• Get up close and personal with the wildlife, flora and geology of Phoenix’s Sonoran Desert mountains

What To Expect

Experience one of the classic Sonoran Desert hikes in Phoenix, Arizona. This hiking adventure is fun for hikers of any age.

Your Mad Desert Trekking guide will meet you in the near the trailhead, and hike with you on an amazing route into the Phoenix Mountains. Experience the incredible mountain up close and personal. Ascend the switchbacks for incredible views of the Valley of the Sun, Phoenix, Scottsdale and Camelback Mountain. Hike to a mountain saddle for a perfect view of Piestawa Peak and the surrounding desert mountain range. See the Sonoran Desert stretch out for more than 40 miles to the west.

What to expect:
– 2 hours
– Meet your guide near the trailhead
– Difficulty scale: Easy to Medium.