Hard
Camelback, Cholla Trail (Phoenix)
Arizona
Distance3 mi
Est. time~1 hr 43 min
Elevation gain↗ 1,420 ft
RouteOut & back
Camelback, Cholla Trail (Phoenix) is a hard 3-mile out & back hike in Arizona with about 1,420 ft of elevation gain. the longer east-side route to Camelback's summit — still extremely difficult, exposed, and boulder-strewn; limited designated street parking, and a scheduled trail closure Aug. 10–21, 2026.
This handoff is a name search; confirm the correct trailhead before navigating. Check conditions, permits, and weather before you go — trails close, and mountain weather turns fast.
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