Hike in Papago Park and visit the “Hole in the Rock” in Phoenix (Half-day)

When it comes to great hiking options around Phoenix, you don’t have to venture for hours to find them. In fact, during this half-day trip, you will get to enjoy a fantastic hiking opportunity just minutes away from the city’s downtown core in the Papago Park.

Full of wonderful fishing lagoons, a golf course and plenty of red butte formations, the trails you will get to trek on within the Papago Park are marvelous. Furthermore, during this trek, you will also get to visit and explore the iconic Hole in the Rock. This amazing stone formation is as fun as it is unique. From the rock, you will get to enjoy amazing views of the nearby lagoons, as well as the downtown skyline. If possible, try to do the hike at sunset, where the views are nothing short of extravagant.

The trails inside the Papago Park are quite smooth. There is also little elevation gain. As a result, your hike be very easy. Thus making this trip open to people of all skill levels. However, you should be in good enough physical condition to maintain a steady pace.

Perfect for people visiting the city of Phoenix, the trails within Papago Park will provide you with a welcome, natural breather from the city. And, when you include the possibility to visit the amazing Hole in the Rock, the trip gets even better. To join us, please send a request.

We also offer a half-day hike along the Freedom Trail that will take you to the Piestewa Peak.