The most popular outdoors attraction in the heart of Phoenix, AZ
Camelback Mountain is a mountain in Phoenix, Arizona, United States. The name is derived from its shape, which resembles the hump and head of a kneeling camel. The mountain, a popular landmark for the Phoenix valley, is located in the Camelback Mountain Echo Canyon Recreation area, between Arcadia of Phoenix and the town of Paradise Valley.
Echo Canyon: The western and more popular trailhead since it has a parking lot. Take Route 101 to the McDonald exit. Follow McDonald Drive west for 5 miles and turn left (south) into Echo Canyon.
Cholla Trail: The eastern trailhead. Take Route 101 to the MacDonald exit. Follow MacDonald Road west and turn left (south) to Invergordon Road. Try to find a place to park on the side of the street near Cholla Lane. Walk up Cholla Lane to trailhead on your left.
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