Hard

Piestewa Peak Summit Trail

Arizona

Distance2.4 mi
Est. time~1 hr 24 min
Elevation gain1,200 ft
RouteOut & back
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Piestewa Peak Summit Trail is a hard 2.4-mile out & back hike in Arizona with about 1,200 ft of elevation gain. a short but extremely difficult stair-step climb to a 360-degree Phoenix panorama; start early, carry ample water, and avoid dangerous heat.

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