South Mountain Park is one of Phoenix's treasures. Good views of the valley. Great place to hike with many trails, good for bike riding. Good at night to observe valley lights.
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South Mountain Park is one of Phoenix's treasures. Good views of the valley. Great place to hike with many trails, good for bike riding. Good at night to observe valley lights.
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There are many trails to hike, but none as good as Kiwanis. It's about 1.5 miles each way and moderately steep. If you do it early or late you'll be in the shade almost the whole time.
I like to pack a dinner and dine at one of the many picnic tables scattered throughout the park.
Driving to the look-out...
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Great place to go to and see the sunset from the top of the mountain and there are lots a trails to hike on.
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This is a beautiful drive. While I was at the summit I was lucky to watch a dust storm sweep through Phoenix followed by a thunderstorm. The city actually disappeared and then reappeared before my eyes.
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Take lots of water, wear your sunscreen and enjoy the day! Download a pdf map of the trails from the City of Phoenix website.
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This park is designed for hikers and it gives them any type of hike they like, short, medium, long, easy, medium, difficult. You have constant views of Phoenix from the trails. It used to be a great place to go to make out, but I am not sure about that anymore. :) Great views of the city at night from...
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If you are a hiker, walker or just like the desert view this is a place for you! So many trails to choose from, easy or hard, with a view to boot!
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We hike almost every weekend here. There are enough trails for mountain biking and hiking to never let you get bored. The rangers ( and I hope to believe other hikers ) do a great job of keeping the trails clean. Seldom do we see trash and most people we see are friendly. Wildlife is around if you keep your...
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Not only is the view amazing from the top but the winding drive up and down the mountain is a special experience.
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Not too far out of town. A moderate drive to the sumit and it gives great view of sun valley picnic areas are available and some good walking trails. No facilities for refreshements
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