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Piestewa Peak via Summit Trail in Phoenix Mountain Preserve

Summit Trail to Piestewa Peak offers a challenging yet rewarding climb with fantastic views of the Sonoran Desert and the surrounding cityscape. The well-marked path makes it easy to navigate, and the occasional shaded spots provide a welcome break from the sun as you make your way to the summit. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature

  • Distance: 2.2 mi
  • Elevation gain: 1,043 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 2,487 ft
  • Elevation loss: 1,047 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 1,440 ft
  • Moving time: 1 h 32 m
  • Moving speed: 1.4 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.0 mph
  • Total time: 2 h 3 m
  • Global speed: 1.1 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 2.2 mi
  • Elevation gain: 1,043 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 2,487 ft
  • Elevation loss: 1,047 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 1,440 ft
  • Moving time: 1 h 32 m
  • Moving speed: 1.4 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.0 mph
  • Total time: 2 h 3 m
  • Global speed: 1.1 mph

About this trail

Name: Piestewa Peak via Summit Trail in Phoenix Mountain Preserve trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: East Piestewa Peak Drive, Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85036, United States (33.53971 -112.02317)

End: East Piestewa Peak Drive, Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85036, United States (33.53968 -112.02317)

Coordinates: 33.53962 -112.02487 33.54767 -112.02104

Topography: Phoenix topographic map, elevation, terrain

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Piestewa Peak

United States > Arizona > Maricopa County > Phoenix

Phoenix Mountain Preserve. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature

Distance: 2.1 mi • Elevation gain: 1,060 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,487 ft

Gear up for your next adventure:

🛠️Outdoor Gear Repair Kit - Essential tools to fix gear on the trail
🔦Powerful Headlamps - Ultra-bright hands-free lighting for night navigation
📡Handheld GPS Device - Reliable handheld GPS for outdoor navigation
🥇GPS Hiking Watch - Multi‑sport GPS watch with navigation and trail tracking
🔪Outdoor Multitools - Essential survival tools for gear repair and field use

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