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Cholla Trailhead at Camelback Mountain

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6200 E. Cholla Way Scottsdale AZ 85254

Cycle: Five Super Steep Ascents in the Valley

By Jason Franz | Wed, November 21, 2012

A cousin, who was in town from San Francisco to compete in last weekend's Ironman Arizona, turned to me during a relaxed pre-race ride through Papago Park and asked, "So how far do you have to go to g... More »

2012 | Best Scramble Hike

Usually, we're with those Echo Canyon snobs who sneer at the wimps coming up the easier Cholla side. But this year, we've rediscovered the pleasures of Cholla Trail on Camelback Mountain -- especially the killer scramble up the last fifth of the 1.75-mile hike to the summit. If you enjoy a hands-on hike like we do, this trail will make you smile in between grunts of effort. On Camelback, both the main trails offer terrific vistas, good people-watching, and a heart-pounding workout with... More »
2011 | Best Hiking Trail

It's easy to see why Camelback Mountain has some of the most popular trails in the Valley, as the top of the red sandstone "hump" provides an unparalleled view of Phoenix. Most people are familiar with the Echo Canyon trail, but we like the slightly easier Cholla Trail. We say slightly easier because while you'll still end up sweating like a whore in church, it's a bit less steep. The last eighth of a mile before the summit does require a bit of rock scrambling -- so leave Rover at home... More »

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Cycle: Five Super Steep Ascents in the Valley