Amazing!

Happiness is watching the natives sing to the sun!

Well worth the hike up!

Great hike

Great place in the heart of Phoenix to watch the sunrise or sunset. Youve got to climb to earn this view.

Beautiful scenic beauty .Definitely one has to visit and enjoy.Best for stroll and childrens amusement.

Nice challenging hike. There is a nice trail which makes it safe and easy but it is a distance and gets very steep especially towards the top. I made it up in 35 minutes at a decent walking pace with little to no breaks. Came down in 21 minutes nearly running.

Hiked it once. It wasn’t too bad. A little more of a challenge than Camelback for me. The top can get crowded and I wasn’t really able to find a good area to sit and take in the views. Once the parking situation is taken care of I plan to give it another shot. I also forgot my phone so I felt helpless :-0.Update: Second hike completed this month (April). Parking lot still under construction. The constant beeping of the trucks backing up is really annoying. However, the chirping squirrel was awesome. Wasnt crowded at all on the Monday morning I went up. There are a lot of stairs to climb but its not too bad. View from the top is gorgeous with downtown Phx on one side and vast areas of wilderness on the other.

Nice views, easy trail.

First hike of my 51-year-old life and it was exhilarating! The views are spectacular and it wasnt too hot. So happy I was able to enjoy the experience with the love of my life!

My favorite hiking spot in the valley! I call this one the stairmaster!

Beautiful hike. Very manageable. Recommend off season. Less crowded.

Wow what a climb this is, great views and nice people, take plenty of water and enjoy

Horrible stay not even a microwave in room no answer of front desk no service pools were disgusting bad experience

Great place to hike!

Lots of parking close to the trail head.

Very nice workout. Not as challenging as the Echo Canyon trail but you still need to be in good shape to make it to the summit. Once on top you get a good unobstructed view of the entire West valley. Parking is limited so get there early.

The views from the summit are incredible (5 star), and there is plenty of room for you to stay a while... but the crowds are pretty dense year round, and parking is often non-existent.Youre better off parking somewhere nearby and walking into the park than trying to get a parking spot, unless youre hiking late in the day.The trail itself is moderately challenging, with plenty of large step-ups and a great elevation gain. An average person will need a few breaks on the way up!

Great exercise. Not a huge fan of the jagged rock stair climb to the top but the view is pretty cool. I guess Im just partial to forest trails with dirt, trees, fresh air, and shade.

Wow! What a rewarding hike. It is challenging but most skill levels should be able to reach the top. Bring good shoes and plenty of water. Bring a backpack (free up hands) as you will need to do a little rock scrambling towards the top but its not too difficult. Very fun. I highly recommend.

This is a great exhilarating hike in the Phoenix preserve. Parking is definitely a challenge, at least on weekends and holidays. There are a lot of people on this trail and they can sometimes get a little bit too busy for our liking. However, it is a beautiful hike with great views from the top. You really do have a 360° view of the entire area. It was a bit cold and windy when we were at the top, and we prefer the south side of the mountain so we can get sun. All depends on the time or year you go and what you were looking for.

Great workout - its a double black diamond! The hike to the peak is a pretty steady incline. Views from the top are fantastic. Im only giving it four stars because its an extremely populated trail. Go early to avoid the crowds.

Challenging hike that takes you straight up right out of the gate but never felt unsafe. Very good stair system for most of the trail and trail is very well defined!! Too my wife and I (both of us are very fit) about 1 hr 45mins to go up and down. Great views!

Great place to get a vigorous hike in.

Mountain is definitely not a mountain for beginners. Very narrow trails. Overall the trails are amazing the top of the mountain is not ideal for comfortable sitting lots of sharp Rocks could get crowded but overall great view.

Excellent hiking. I took my son to hiking and was fun. Excellent workout

My favorite weekend mountain!

Extremely fun trail to do with family or friends . Best trail . Scenery Is amazing makes you push yourself to get to the top.

I’ve been hiking This mountain, formerly known as Squaw Peak for 40 years. Easy to moderate earliy then more and more challenging the higher you go. Well worth it - fantastic views! Park on the side streets leading to the park. Weekdays are best if possible because it gets very crowded and the only reason I took away a star.

I have lived in Phoenix my entire life and have never really given much thought about the Phoenix Mountains Preserve. Well, that has changed! I hiked to Piestewa Peak, and wow, was it beautiful! It was also a very good workout! I cant believe the amount of hiking that is available in the preserve right in the middle of Phoenix! I definitely recommend checking out the assortment of trails the preserve offers. It is pretty large, so if you need help finding preserve amenities like drinking fountains, restrooms, ramadas, etc., the app, Avem, is very helpful!

Piestawa Peak has many beautiful hiking trails. It is also is the perfect backdrop for portraits. If you are looking for a photographer who knows the area, check me out on FB or IG @jlobbinsphoto

Great two- three hour hike! Parking isnt bad either

Popular hike! Took me 1.5 hr round trip. Went fast but took plenty of photo breaks. Recommend sunset. The trail is a constant up hill, man-made steps in some parts, especially the beginning. But worth the view!!!There’s plenty of fake peaks as you go up, and honestly make great turn around spots if you don’t have a lot of time!

This is my first serious hike and I think Ive been bitten by the hiking bug. Perfect level of difficulty for a 44 year old guy who is in fair (though not good) shape. It was as challenging as it could possibly be without being impossible. Id be back but for the fact that I have so many other trails to hike. (Next stop: Echo Canyon! Will review!)Incidentally, if I were an Indian Id be thinking, If they want to honor us so badly, why dont they start abiding by by some of those broken treaties instead of making meaningless gestures that dont cost them anything like changing the name of landmarks.

One of my favorite places to hike at 5 in the morning! Foot traffic can be a little busy, but most people are usually considerate of one another and it flows really well. The views are spectacular, and watching the sunrise on the peak is the best way to start the day!*And for the love of the planet, please don’t litter and leave your trash scattered.*There’s also three guys in particular that really need to wear deodorant. You know it’s bad when your friend goes on the same hike as you (separately) and you both describe the same stinky people.

Great hike with amazing views of the mountains, nature and ofcourse cactus.

Great place to go for a hike

I love it! This is what I am gonna miss the most about Phoenix!

Amazing. So beautiful tonight. Every time is just so beautiful. Im in love with this mountain. Tonight it was just breathtaking.

Definitely worth doing if your in shape. Challenging hike to do. Wear the right shoes. I did it by myself in about one hour and 10 minutes on my 50th birthday. The views are great. You dont realize how big Phoenix is till the top of this peak. Please bring water and a snack. Gave one lady one of my water bottles and an apple, she had no idea she would get so thirsty. Hiking in heat up that mountain....... BRING WATER!!!!

I love this place for hiking!! The view of the city is just amazing

Hiking boots are recommend. Not easy but the view from the peak is worth the sweat!

No matter where I live in the valley, I always come back to this mountain. Its convenient (right off freeway exit), a great workout, and of course has breath taking views. Summit trail was a challenging thrill today. I dont remember if this is my usual trail, but I loved the constant change in the terrain. It was very busy, but I understand why since the weather is changing and its staying cooler longer. Im amazed at all the kids I saw on this trail, its not easy!! Then I wondered how people only had a small water bottle or no water at all!! Either way, I had a beautiful and successful made it to the top hike!!

Definitely a great area to hike, especially in the morning if youd like to watch the sunrise.

Great hike! Amazing views! I come here often.

Great workout, free parking, amazing views 10/10

Huge tall mountain based in Phoenix, also known as Squaw Peak. The trails are very craggy and rocky, and in my opinion, I would classify them as advanced. It took me about 2 hours just to get up to the top. The last bit was a scramble over a saddle to reach the peak. From the peak point, I could see other mountains in the distance. Honestly however, not too much tranquility. Lot of people coming up and down...

We have visited The Peak many times and everytime we have a good hike. A few things that I recommend are that you be sure to have an ample supply of water on hand. Preferably a rule of thumb is for every hour you plan to hike have 16 ounces of water for each hour you plan to be there. Also, IF you are planning on visiting/hiking the Peak for an Exceptional Sunset Hike, be sure to have a flashlight with you. Many times we have done this hike at Sunset and we always encounter someone who doesnt think about, after the Sun sets then there is NO LIGHT!!! Just trying to enlighten you of this event.

Overly crowded for a winter day. But it was fun. The views are nice.

This is a fun, moderately challenging hike. Its short in distance but the vertical climb in that distance is substantial. Gets pretty crowded and parking can be a little difficult, like pretty much all of the hiking spots around town. The view at the top is pretty great! A good reward for the work.

Great hiking spot one of my favorites for sure, difficultly is moderate but you can get a great workout once you get to the top the views are great & well worth it!

This trail is a little difficult in some places, but for the most part is a very comfortable hike. I brought my two kids (one is 8, the other 4) and they made it up the hill without any need for real assistance (just an overly cautious father breathing down their necks).

I visited this place twice during my week stay because it was my favorite place to hike. the facilities are well-designed and the hike (while difficult) was well worth it!

This is a good hike to get the blood pumping!

Great hike! Strenuous due to elevation gain in short distance, but worth the effort. Views from the top are great! Take plenty of water and patience...the trail is a busy one!!

I made it to the Peak! A very nice place to explore, the people are very friendly, the path was not that hard, our trail guide was very professional.When you reach the top, it was refreshing and has a relaxing view. What an awesome experience, I highly recommend this place.

Tough and challenging hike but youre rewarded with a great view at the top.

Great mountain trail. The trail has a beautiful scenery overlooking Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe. Although there are areas where you can easily fall off it’s a great exhilarating trail. I would recommend that kids under the age of 12 be accompanied by adults simply because of the high altitude and steep climbs. It’s a great mountain!!

Good if you want a work out instead of a hike. If you’re going at night, taking a flashlight is helpful, taking some water wouldn’t be a bad idea either. Making it to the top, unless you’re used to it, is medium to hard. The top is almost a straight climb but, the views from the top make it worthwhile. Along the top theres also lots of pebbles on the rocks making them specially slippery. Going up alone, is not recommended, having someone with you who can get help or help you down if you are injured make a huge difference. I also saw lots of lizards and at night, near the top, you can hear bats all around you.

Love this hike. It is challenging, yet doable and fun. My little dog loved it too and made it almost to the top all by himself. I had to carry him the last few feet. It would be fine for a big dog too. I love the views. This mountain has many hikes from many sides and this one is one of my favorite. This hike took us 45 min from the parking lot at 7th St to the top and 30 min to come down. Total 1 h 15 min roundtrip.

A great hike. Reminded me a lot of Echo trail on Camelback a little easier without the crowd. Technically this is a moderate trail, but definitely an aerobic workout. took 47 minutes up and 38 minutes down, all this with a baby on my back. I would not suggest this hike if you do not have hiking shoes or boots. I. summary a great hike and worth doing.

Challenging hike with a beautiful view of the city

Great hike, I do this one every other weekend. Its rated a double black diamond, so bring water and be ready for a workout. The view from the top is absolutely worth it!

Ive hiked here for many years, the main popular trail is slightly challenging for new comers but once youve made it to the top, the view is beautiful and breath taking. You can see all of Phoenix. Other small trails are easy but still fun, you can take your dogs up certain trails only. There is bathrooms, water drinking fountains and specific locations for grill outs. Definitely a fun adventurous outing. Arizona is a desert so preferably use hiking boots or thick sole shoes, cactus prickles and thorns sometimes find themselves into your foot if soles are thin. Take plenty of water. Hiking at night requires headlamps and preferably strong modern LEDS, it gets extremely dark and you will sometimes encounter submissive wildlife such as rattlesnakes, screech owls, coyotes, jackrabbits, cottontail rabbits, ground squirrels and foxes. Just grab a small backpack or waist pouch, hat, water, and get going!

It was an excellent hiking area. Recommended during winter time.

There’s construction going on so plan on adding almost a xtra mile on top of 2.40 miles to the top & back & 1200’ elevation gain. A great workout, i used to do this at least 5 times a year for 20 years. It can get extremely packed on weekends, with parking being a pain as well. Been a minute since i did this & def got some humble pie today but still a great hike in honor of a special lady. Always keep Lori Piestewa, a Hopi warrior killed in Iraq war & her family in your thoughts while doing this. It is disrespectful to call a native woman a squaw, which this peak used to be named.

Went to the Saddle last weekend. Was an awesome workout now that Im able to physically do it. Going this weekend again. I start about 7:30am and it takes about 3 hours round trip back to my car. Bring your phone for pictures or a camera for real good photos. Looking out over the city you can see how great it is. Trail gets crowded. Dogs are welcome but I have seen and heard rattle snakes. Be careful.

This is a tough little climb. That’s coming from someone who lives in Colorado and does 14ers. It’s a hiking trail turned into some stairs by a little concrete in areas. It’s kinda like doing a combination of Barr Trail and the Manitou Incline. Stairs. Lots and lots of stairs. Kids can do it and elderly can do it but it takes time and some patience. My Apple Watch gave me a 171 bpm as I jumped up a few steps. We went on a Friday afternoon and it was packed. Seriously packed. No ones fault but mine. The lack of a star is only because there is concrete in areas and that kinda makes me sad. It would be almost easier if it were the natural soil and rocks. But I’m not an engineer so there’s that. Climb it and enjoy the view. ️

Seems kind of ridiculous to me that you can review hiking trails but this one is nice. Remember to bring water, leave your pets at home, and take your time. There are some cool trails around the base of the peak that are more suited for hikers with less experience as well.

It was beautiful, I recommend to anyone who plans on going to go at 7pm.

The hike was great and challenging. However, they broke into my car and stole my wallet. A Jeep parked in the vicinity also expressed that they stole stuff from his car. This area is dangerous and vandalism prone.

At the base of the climb, theres a sign noting extremely difficult. Having not done this before, Id say the signage was correct. For us, the climb up and down took about 2 1/2 hours, including the time spent at the top marveling in the view. Parts of the trail are not too difficult, but there are big expanses where it is, made worse by not really knowing where the end is until you get there. Theres a decent amount of parking available, but still best to get here early in the day before it gets real hot. This was really, really difficult, but really, really worth it when completed. Will remember this for a long time.

Amazing hiking trail. Very gratifying when you get to the peak!

Great place to go if you like seeing trash, dead animals and smog. There are plenty of views of the backs of buildings.

The reason why I climbed this peak had to do with Milton Erickson. Dr. Erickson is the father of modern hypnosis and a task he frequently assigned to to his clients was to climb this peak. There is a bench with a marker theyre about halfway to 3/4 of the way up honoring his life.I live in an area of the country where we are a little bit lower to sea level in The climb for me though I workout for the six days this week was much more challenging than I expected. As others have mentioned as you climb you are much closer to the edge as you climb them what one might expect. And it was an adjustment to my body with the elevation. Although in front of me you were young children 8 years old or so that were climbing with absolutely no problem. It is a popular area where there were lots of people and you definitely want to bring water and just take your time be aware of your footing were really good shoes and those others have mentioned when you reach the top it is an absolute beautifully stunning scene. And an accomplishment of what you can certain to be proud.

First time hiking a mountain and this wasn’t too bad. Took a lot of breaks to rest but worth the time and the effort. If you are slightly active and a beginner this is for you.

Definitely kicked my butt! Literally.. all the jagged rocks you have to climb is like doing lunges up a thousand foot incline. But its a fun hike all in the same and the view at the top isnt too shabby either! Arizona is very beautiful from up there, especially at sunset.

The reason why I climbed this peak had to do with Milton Erickson. Dr. Erickson is the father of modern hypnosis and a task he frequently assigned to to his clients was to climb this peak. There is a bench with a marker theyre about halfway to 3/4 of the way up honoring his life.I live in an area of the country where we are a little bit lower to sea level in The climb for me though I workout for the six days this week was much more challenging than I expected. As others have mentioned as you climb you are much closer to the edge as you climb them what one might expect. And it was an adjustment to my body with the elevation. Although in front of me you were young children 8 years old or so that were climbing with absolutely no problem. It is a popular area where there were lots of people and you definitely want to bring water and just take your time be aware of your footing were really good shoes and those others have mentioned when you reach the top it is an absolute beautifully stunning scene. And an accomplishment of what you can certain to be proud.

Its right in the middle of city... has easy to moderately difficult hikes... multiple options based on lentgh and altitude

I always love going hiking here. Expect it to be busy during the weekends, especially early in the mornings & if youre driving you may want to leave earlier as there isnt really a lot of parking available

Really good trail, moderate hike, great incline and I love that its open later so that I can get a workout in after school

Amazing view from the top. The hike is easy to moderate. Dont forget some water and a good pair of shoes!

My favorite hiking spot... one of the popular spots for hike in Phoenix

Absolutely amazing views from the top. Watched the sunset, you can see Arizona Cardinals Stadium, And Luke AF Base. Just beautiful. Tough climb but so worth it.

A fantastic hike, we come every Sunday and we loved it ️

Great place for hiking.

Great hiking mountain to go on love it great view just wait after summer and watch out for some bee cocoons that I seen along near trail

If your not physically conditioned or dont hike very often I would caution you on this trail especially with the heat coming out. Its essentially a short hike, does not have crazy geographical changes but its practically just climbing stairs the entire way to the top. There was a lot of people along the trail who you could tell were very physically in shape, so unless thats you, dont expect a brisk walk to the top.I did Echo Canyon a few days prior to this, and I felt this trail was more difficult. However the heat might of been a factor, so Im going to try this earlier in the day next time.Also know there is limited parking at the bottom, and construction going on at the time of this review. I dont think you need hiking shoes for this but does not hurt. I would recommend bringing 2 liters of water especially if your doing this when it gets hot.There is no fee to get in, does get busy even during week days past 8am.

Hiked squaw peak on thanksgiving. It was a really hard climb but we finished it. And it was amazing. Amazing view for sure.

Good neighborhood hiking. You can do 10 miles if you try.

There are many different hikes to take for different difficulty levels. Make sure you stay on the path, however, to avoid getting lost. Come early on the weekends to find parking close to the trail-heads.

I dont recommend this mountain if you are a beginner. it is a stair stepper all the way up and near the top their are a couple of steep steps put it is all worth it when you get to the top the view is amazing and on a clear day you can see the stadium in Glendale

Great place to Hike!! Parking is always available. Definitely a great alternative to Camelback.

Great and challenging place to go hiking

Stunning beautiful

Great hike!!!! Love Phoenix

My favorite and only️

Great mountain hiking for begginers to advanced. Who needs a gym when you got nature!

I don’t think. I’ve been to this one