View of downtown Phoenix from the top of Camelback Mountain
Hiking Camelback Moutain in Phoenix near Scottsdale and Paradise Valley is always great, with views of the downtown Phoenix and the Valley of the Sun. Hiking Piestawa Peak also has great views of the Phoenix metro and homes everywhere. What are the top 50 best hiking trails in Arizona as voted by hikers? A very personal choice. I like the nature factor of a trail over the physical challenge of the trail personally. That is why, I like the West Fork Trail in Sedona feeding the Oak Creek, serenity and a babbling brook with dense Oak trees, red rocks and interesting rock formations along with a winding easy trail....aaahhh, nice!
A touch of heaven on the West Fork Trail in Sedona and Oak Creek
TripleBlaze had ranked the best places to hike in Arizona. Ranking hiking trails on their following list is a difficult process as some hikers choose beauty over challenge, or short distances over longer distances. TripleBlaze said, "Using our unique hiking trail popularity algorithm that accounts for the average rating and number of reviews for a trail, the number of people who have hiked or wish they could hike at that hiking trail." TripleBlaze used user ratings for their list.
Whatever your choice, get out there and explore Arizona!
| Rank | Hiking Trail | Location |
| 1. | Grand Canyon - North Rim | Fredonia, Arizona |
| 2. | McDowell Mountain Park | Phoenix, Arizona |
| 3. | Piestewa Peak | Phoenix, Arizona |
| 4. | #305 | Prescott, Arizona |
| 5. | Horseshoe Mesa | Grand Canyon, Arizona |
| 6. | National Trail | Phoenix, Arizona |
| 7. | Spur Cross Ranch | Cave Creek, Arizona |
| 8. | Papago Park Area | Tempe, Arizona |
| 9. | White Canyon Trail | Phoenix, Arizona |
| 10. | Huachuca Canyon | Ft. Huachuca, Arizona |
| 11. | Cloudview | Gold Canyon, Arizona |
| 12. | Arizona Trail | Flagstaff, Arizona |
| 13. | Broken Arrow | Sedona, Arizona |
| 14. | Chicken Point | Oak Creek, Arizona |
| 15. | Groom Creek Loop | Prescott, Arizona |
| 16. | Trail #100 | Phoenix, Arizona |
| 17. | Walnut Canyon | Flagstaff, Arizona |
| 18. | Ridge Trail | Sedona, Arizona |
| 19. | Brittlebush Trail | Phoenix, Arizona |
| 20. | Black Canyon Trail | Phoenix, Arizona |
| 21. | Hawes Loop | Mesa, Arizona |
| 22. | Desert Classic | Phoenix, Arizona |
| 23. | Cactus Forest Trail | Tucson, Arizona |
| 24. | Coachwhip Trail Loop | Scottsdale, Arizona |
| 25. | Airport Mesa Trail Network | Sedona, Arizona |
| 26. | Llama | Sedona, Arizona |
| 27. | Robles Pass | Tucson, Arizona |
| 28. | Foothills Rim Trail | Kingman, Arizona |
| 29. | Picket Post | Superior, Arizona |
| 30. | Lost Dutchman State Park | Apache Junction, Arizona |
| 31. | Desert Outdoor Center | Peoria, Arizona |
| 32. | Honeybee Canyon/Rail X Ranch | Oro Valley, Arizona |
| 33. | Brown Canyon | Sierra Vista, Arizona |
| 34. | Oldham Trail | Flagstaff, Arizona |
| 35. | Templeton/ Baldwin Loop | Sedona, Arizona |
| 36. | Smith Ravine | Prescott, Arizona |
| 37. | Granite Basin Loops | Prescott, Arizona |
| 38. | Estrella Mtn Park/ Competitive Loop | Phoenix, Arizona |
| 39. | Spruce Mountain Trail #307 | Prescott, Arizona |
| 40. | Casa Grande Mountain | Casa Grande, Arizona |
| 41. | Parker Canyon Lake Perimeter (pclp) | Sierra Vista, Arizona |
| 42. | Fairbank Loop Trail | Tombstone, Arizona |
| 43. | Canyon de Chelly National Monument | Chinle, Arizona |
| 44. | Petrified Forest National Park | Petrified Forest, Arizona |
| 45. | Tonto National Monument | Roosevelt, Arizona |
| 46. | Cattail Cove State Park | Lake Havasu City, Arizona |
| 47. | Dead Horse Ranch State Park | Cottonwood, Arizona |
| 48. | Slide Rock State Park | Sedona, Arizona |
| 49. | Patagonia Lake State Park | Patagonia, Arizona |
| 50. | Badger Springs Trail | Badger Springs, Arizona |
The Petrified Forest Hike #44 has awesome scenery
When hiking in Phoenix in the Summer, be sure to bring more water than you think you need. Hydrate regularly and seek shade if you feel light headed. I had that experience on Piestawa Peak in Phoenix about 20 years ago. Shade and water brought me back, but it can be dangerous. Piestewa Peak is well traveled so there are people to help. However, hike with a friend to be safe.
When you get to the top of Camelback Mountain or Piestewa Peak look around at the Valley homes. If you see one from the top of the mountain that you like I would be pleased to show it to you.
If you are looking to move to Phoenix including Scottsdale or to buy a home in Arizona or sell a home in Arizona, contact Jeffrey Masich, Associate Broker and Realtor. I would be pleased to help you and look out for your best interests while finding you the right home at the right price!
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