Piestewa Peak Guided Hiking Adventure in the Sonoran Desert of Phoenix, Arizona
Adventure Highlights
Experience one of the classic adventure hikes in the Sonoran Desert of Phoenix, Arizona!
Climb the second-tallest peak in Phoenix, Arizona—Piestewa Peak, 2,612 feet. Your Mad Desert Trekking guide will meet you near the trailhead and hike with you on an amazing mountain route in the Phoenix Mountains Preserve. 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 the top of the mountain perfect views of the surrounding desert mountain ranges and the Valley of the Sun, Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona. See the Sonoran Desert stretch out for more than 40 miles to the west.
Adventure Details
- Experience the energy of hiking through the Sonoran Desert, the most diverse desert in North America. We love this beautiful trail … and we know you will, too.
- Go at your own speed. We’ll customize the hike to your mileage, terrain and grade preferences.
- Hike for about two hours.
- Explore the geology, plants, animals of the Sonoran Desert.
- Relax at an incredible viewpoint with trail snacks and beverages provided by your guide.
- We approach every trip with fun in mind. Plus, our pro guides will show you secrets of the area that only a few know about.
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What to Expect
- Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
- Duration: 2 hours
- Meeting times: 8 a.m. | 11 a.m. | 1 p.m.
- Meeting location: Guide will contact you with meetup location
- Drop-offs: Uber and Lyft drop-off and pick-up service available
What to Bring
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Closed-toe footwear such as running, cross-training or hiking shoes. No sandals please.
- Long-sleeved layers for sun protection and in case it's chilly
- Sunglasses
- Hat or cap
What We Provide
- All Mad Desert Trekking adventures are lead by an expert, professional guide with either Wilderness First Responder or EMT certification
- Lightweight backpacks for each hiker to use
- Bottles of purified water
- Healthy trail snacks. We can accommodate dietary preferences.
- Any admission fees to parks or preserves
- Refreshments following your adventure
What's Not Included
- Gratuities for your guide. While it is at your discretion, we recommend a 20% tip for great service.
- Applicable sales tax
Piestewa Peak Guided, Private Hiking Adventure
in the Sonoran Desert, Phoenix, Arizona
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