Phoenix Camelback Mountain Trails Reopen Monday

Press Release From the City of Phoenix:

March 15, 2020

Camelback Mountain's Echo Canyon and Cholla trails will reopen Monday at sunrise after being closed Saturday by Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department staff due to safety concerns. Trail hours at this location are sunrise to sunset year-round.

The closure was put in place due to concern that recent rain may have loosened rocks and boulders along the popular and heavily trafficked trails. The safety evaluation was completed Sunday afternoon. Parks and Recreation Department staff thank the hiking community for its patience during the closure and safety review process.

This is a busy time of year for the use of Phoenix's 200-plus miles of hiking trails. Phoenix Park Rangers and Fire Department want trail users to "Take a Hike. Do it Right." Important hiking safety guidelines and detailed information about the city's trail system can be found at Phoenix.gov/Parks/Trails.

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