Camelback Echo Canyon Reopens
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Echo Canyon Reopened

As of January 2014 the Echo Canyon trail has been reopened!  Check out the official report from the City of Phoenix Official Web Site outlined below. The renovated summit trail and expanded trailhead parking area […]

News

Echo Canyon Trail Closure

Summit Trail Closed Till The Fall Many Echo Canyon (Summit Trail) regulars are familiar with the Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department plans to improve the parking situation at the Echo Canyon trail head.  If you […]

Winter Hiking
Tips

Winter Hiking

Winter hiking is upon us and there are few places better to hike during the winter months than Phoenix Arizona.  Moderate temperatures, no snow and overall pleasant weather allow for an enjoyable hiking experience. The […]

Gear

Recommended Footwear for Camelback

In our last article we talked about the minimum footwear requirements for hiking Camelback as well as offered some suggestions for the various most common options.  This included looking at utilizing simple athletic or running shoes, hiking […]

Gear

Hiking Footwear

What Shoes Should I Wear? A frequent question we get at Hiking Camelback is, “What is the correct footwear for hiking Camelback?”  While the final choice is more up to hiker preference, we have a few brief […]

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Hiking Camelback Workout

Hiking Camelback is a great recreational activity but can also be a very serious workout.  The extreme incline and rugged terrain provide the perfect setting for good cardio, core and leg development. I’ve personally used […]