Hiking Trails

Scottsdale is a hiking city. These are the signature routes and what they’re like.

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Scottsdale / McDowell Sonoran Preserve

• Gateway Loop Trail
• Tom’s Thumb — Tom’s Thumb Trail
• Pinnacle Peak — Pinnacle Peak Trail

Phoenix Mountains (quick access, big views)

• Camelback Mountain — Echo Canyon Trail
• Piestewa Peak (formerly Squaw Peak)

Lifestyle Trails / Urban Paths

• Indian Bend Wash

Carefree / Cave Creek

• Carefree Hiking Trails
• Cave Creek Hiking Trails