Best Easy Day Hikes Phoenix

Best Easy Day Hikes Phoenix features concise descriptions and easy-to-follow maps of 35 easily manageable hikes through some of the most breathtaking scenery in the Valley of the Sun--from Piestewa Peak, which dominates Phoenix’s northern skyline, to McDowell Mountain, Pinnacle Peak, and Lost Dutchman State Park.

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Half-hour strolls to full-day adventures
Hikes for everyone, including families
Hikes ranked from easiest to more challenging
GPS-compatible trail maps

Stewart M. Green, a climber and hiker based in Colorado Springs, is the author and photographer of numerous FalconGuides, including Rock Climbing Arizona, Scenic Driving Arizona, Scenic Routes & Byways Colorado, Best Hikes Near Colorado Springs, and Rock Climbing New England. He is also the Climbing Expert at About.com.