The City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation is looking to improve the parking situation at the trail-head for the Echo Canyon trail. The idea is not only to increase the number of parking spots but also lower […]
See below 20 pictures from a mid-day hike on February 5th 2012. The hike photos come from a busy day on the Echo Canyon Trail. This is surprising because it also happened to be Super […]
As we enter October in Arizona we enter Camelback Hiking season. As summer weather cools down, outside activities become very enjoyable in a dry and cool Phoenix Metro climate. With this desirable weather though brings […]
Two men in their late 20s were rescued from the Echo Canyon trail Sunday 7/8/2012. Phoenix Fire rescued them after they had made it 3 quarters of the way up but were unable to continue. […]
There are a few obvious tips you will read about when it comes to summer hiking. These include, drinking and carrying plenty of water, wearing sunscreen and appropriate protective clothing. There are other common sense […]
Outlined below is a brief letter from Andrew about his experience hiking Camleback for the first time. This is originally from May 2012. A couple of weeks ago, I was in Phoenix on a business […]
“Official” Shuttle Considered to Clear Parking Congestion at Camelback Mountain – Echo Canyon Trail As we discussed back in May 2011, the Phoenix Parks and Rec board held an open house to receive possible recommendations […]
This is an amazing story… Apparently a naked man tried to commit suicide on Camelback Mountain on Saturday 11/5/2011. This definitely tops any theatrics we have seen on the mountain before. One of our gracious visitors submitted a YouTube Video that is posted […]
Parking for Cholla Trail is much more abundant than Echo Canyon, however you must walk at least a quarter mile from wherever you park. The parking is along the west side of 64th street right […]
For those who have been to hike the Echo Canyon trail during peak season (Oct-Apr) you know that parking can be a bit of a hassle. On May 12, 2011 the Phoenix Parks & Recreation […]
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