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 ...

Soaring more 2,700 feet in elevation, Camelback's summit offers spectacular ... the 2.6-mile out-and-back Cholla Trail on the east side of the mountain offers a more gradual incline, at least ...

Details: Both Camelback Mountain trails are open daily from sunrise to sunset. Cholla Trailhead is located at 5150 N. Invergordon Road. Echo Canyon Trailhead is located at 4925 E. McDonald Drive.

Hiking Camelback Mountain is best attempted earlier ... If you're looking for a slightly easier trek, the 2.6-mile out-and-back Cholla Trail on the east side of the mountain offers a more gradual ...