Spectacular Sunrise Guided Hiking Adventure in the Sonoran Desert

Sunrise Hiking Adventure

Experience one of the classic Sonoran Desert adventures hikes in Phoenix, Arizona!

This hiking adventure is fun for hikers of any age. Your Mad Desert Trekking guide will meet you 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.

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: 4:30-6:30 a.m. depending on season
Meeting location: Guide will contact you with meetup location
Drop-offs: Uber and Lyft drop-off and pick-up service available

What to Bring

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