Echo Canyon Trailhead

We hiked this today for the first time. My husband and I are very active and here on vacation. I would say this is a challenging hike. Definitely take your time and stop for breaks. Highly recommend you start early in the morning if possible. We started at 8 am and it was WARM on the way down. Wear sunscreen. I grabbed a lot of rocks and wish I had hiking gloves on! Best opportunity for parking if you go early. Must take a minimum of 2 water bottles per person, but should definitely take more. A protein bar would be a good addition as well. Other hikers are very friendly and helpful. Wear a hat to help keep you cool. Also wish I took tissues because my nose got very runny! At the top, the views are beautiful! A couple got engaged when we were up there. Take your time going down and keep your body close to the rocks. Safety is priority!

If you are a hiker, and you haven't climbed Camelback, then slap yourself and get to it. Great hike. Very scenic. Beautiful. Some say it's a difficult hike. So many cool caves. Get there EARLY. Parking is limited. That goes for the parking at the Cholla Trailhead too. Did I mention that you should get there EARLY? For most people who go there just for the exercise, it takes maybe 1 hour - 1.5 hours. I take longer, because I like to enjoy beautiful mother nature. And I take a LOT of photos.

Camelback Mountain and its iconic Echo Trail are a must for adventurous spirits. Rated as extremely difficult, this challenging hike rewards climbers with breathtaking views and a deep sense of accomplishment. The trail is scenic throughout, but its rugged terrain requires some bouldering and scrambling, adding excitement for those who enjoy a true physical test. Preparation is key to tackling Echo Trail safely and successfully. Hiking shoes with strong grip are essential, as are ample water supplies and sunblock, since there is no shade. The best time to embark on this journey is right at sunrise—parking is readily available, the heat is manageable, and the early morning light paints the landscape in spectacular colors. While it’s not for the faint-hearted, completing the Echo Trail offers unforgettable panoramic views from the summit. If you're up for an exhilarating challenge, Camelback Mountain will not disappoint. It’s well worth every step.

Hiked here today. 🥲♥️ It was very pretty and scenic. Never realized so many people hiked this trail. if you were at this trail on 3/8/25, thank you for helping me hike through this elevation! Please do not get discouraged, there are railing and people to help you through this. I believe there were 28 trails, I only hiked to 23. Fred, from Alaska, thank you for your helping hand! I will come here more frequently. (Yes, these are my photos. It’s prettier in person! 🫡)

Busy trail to access the Camel back mountain. About 1400 feet elevation over 1.2 miles. Rocky with some scrambling required. The initial part of the trail has a rail to help you climb. Recommend good trail shoes, preferably with ankle support Great views at the top.