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on Phoenix Arizona USA in this Camelback mountain travel guide we'll share
our own experiences and provide tips for a safe hike at this mountain in Phoenix
Watch this video till the end to get the most out of this Camelback Mountain
travel guide. Camelback Mountain is located in the Camelback Mountain Echo
Canyon recreation area between the Arcadian neighbourhood of Phoenix and
the town of Paradise Valley. Camelback mountain has two trail heads, the Echo
Canyon trailhead located at 4925 east McDonald Drive, Phoenix and the
Cholla trailhead located at 5191 north invergordon Road, Paradise
Valley. Getting to Camelback Mountain by public bus is a good option to avoid
parking which can be hard to find if you want to take the Cholla trailhead. You can
take bus number 50 towards Paradise Valley exit the valley Metro bus at
Camelback Road and 64th Street and then walk east on Camelback Road toward 64th
make another turn towards the mountains onto 64th Street and then make another
turn on to Invergordon Road from Invergordon Road walk and make a turn
onto Cholla Lane to the trailhead. You'll usually see police there during peak
times to stop people from entering Cholla Lane by car. If you're driving to the
Chola trailhead please note that parking is extremely limited
there's only street parking on Invergordon Road. To take Cholla trail
you'll have to walk to east Cholla Lane from where you're parked on Invergordon
Road You cannot go up to the lane with your
car. If you want to get to the Echo Canyon trailhead then take the Valley
Metro bus number 44 towards Deer Valley exit the bus at
McDonald drive and 47th Street bus stop. Walk east of McDonald drive to the trailhead
which is at the traffic circle. Walk off the parking lot to the entrance of the
trailhead. If you're driving, take North Echo Canyon Parkway south just east of
Tatum and McDonald intersection there is free parking lot off of the roundabout
if the parking lot is full, the park rangers will have it blocked and only
let cars in once in a car leaves so come early. For information about Valley Metro
buses check out our Phoenix public transportation travel guide on hipfig.com
or Hipfig travel channel on YouTube. Camelback Mountain and Phoenix
has its name derived from its shape which resembles the hump and head of a
kneeling camel. Camelback Mountain has two trail heads the Cholla trail and Echo
Canyon Trail both are challenging trails but the Cholla Trail is the easier of the
two trail heads and the more popular. It will take about three hours to hike the
summit to the camel head. Please read the blue signs which mark the path of the
Cholla rail and the Echo Canyon Trail Please stay on the path for your safety
yellow signs along the trail warn of fragile and dangerous areas. Heed their
warnings. At Echo Canyon trailhead there is a water fountain and restrooms at the
entrance of the trail. Here are some tips to make your trip a little easier: arrive
early or late afternoon, the Arizona Sun is hot. Be sure to have a hat, sunglasses,
and sunscreen even at those times. Wear solid hiking boots, take your time and
watch your foot placement there are lots of loose gravel that can make you slip
if you're not careful. There is no water source on Camelback Mountain bring a
backpack to carry at least one liter of water per person. Drink half up and half
on the way down. In some areas you have to use your hands
and feet to crawl up and down over boulders. Know your abilities, rest as you
need, and don't feel pressure to go as fast as other people. Pack some snacks
you'll need the energy and be sure not to leave garbage on Camelback Mountain
Stay on the path Stay on the path do not stray off as
many have been hurt and needed rescue. Rattlesnakes and scorpions are present
on Camelback Mountain. We didn't see any but advise that you watch where your
feet and hands are being placed at all times. If you ascend all the way up to
the summit enjoy the view and rest up before descending down the trail
whichever trail you hike on Camelback Mountain make sure you are prepared,
bring plenty of water, and enjoy the view. Camelback Mountain in Phoenix was
challenging but it was fun for our family. Happy Travels! Go to hipfig.com
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