Piestewa Peak, formerly Squaw Peak, is the 2nd highest peak behind Camelback Mountain in the Phoenix area. Although less crowded and technical than its higher neighbor, this mountain requires a lot of elevation gain and some technical scrambling towards the summit. Piestewa was renamed in 2008 because the previous name is a derogatory term…
Camelback Mountain is likely the most popular hike in the Phoenix area with a few different routes to the summit: Echo Canyon and Cholla trails. This guide will focus on the Echo Canyon approach. This hike is extremely popular and involves a bit of scrambling towards the start of the trail. I would HIGHLY…
Rim to Rim to Rim hike or trail run is a classic trail located in Grand Canyon National Park. This gem is on most ultra runners or backpacking list and makes for a stunning day or two (or three). The hike typically starts at either the South or North Rim of the Grand Canyon,…
