HIKING TRAVEL GUIDE
The trails worth the airfare.
The 10 most popular scottsdale hikes. The trails that draw the most hikers, with the distance, the time on your feet, the cost and who guides them.
E-bike from Old Town Scottsdale to Camelback’s Cholla Trail, then glide through Paradise Valley and canal-side paths on a small-group tour.
Most Popular“Pleasantly paced biking around Scottsdale leading to the hike up Camelback Mt. Hector was the guide and super friendly, articulate and knowledgeable throughout.”
A private full-day Sedona hike plus Uptown lunch and a full wine tasting flight at two Page Springs vineyards, with Scottsdale pickup.
“Amazing experience with Luis and Danny visiting wineries and having lunch in Sedona on our private tour! Outstanding tour guides and overall experience. Highly recommend!!”
Private 2-hour Sonoran Desert hike from Scottsdale’s Pima-Dynamite trailhead with guide Paul, snacks, and flexible routes at $70.
“My husband and I had a memorable and enjoyable hike. Paul was professional. Day before, he texted to confirm with us. On the hike he often checked on how we were doing. We hiked the entire 2 hours. Paul was friendly and knowledgeable. I would recommend to those who enjoy the outdoors and want to…”
Guided hike to Tom’s Thumb in Scottsdale with expert pacing, desert wildlife spotting, switchbacks to views, plus water and snacks.
“Nice hike, great views and loved going during the week! Great that trip went after signing up late the night before & being a solo person on the trip.”
Guided loop hike in Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve with certified local guides, trail snacks, and big views over Phoenix.
“Great hike with a super knowledgeable and experienced guide who went out of his way to make it a fun experience. Provided everything we needed and customized the experience to us.”
A 3-day small-group Grand Canyon hike with a wilderness guide down to the Colorado River, including meals, permits, and gear.
“Totally amazing yet very challenging trip extremely rewarding. I cannot thank my guy Johnathan enough. He was excellent. Excellent person.”
E-bike ride and light hike from Scottsdale to Tempe Town Lake and Papago Park’s Hole in the Rock, with desert history stops.
“The ride was intimate and a good way to take in some views and get some activity! Bo was a wonderful guide!”
A small-group, early-morning Sonoran Desert hike in Scottsdale’s McDowell preserve with guided geology, plants, and Arizona stories for $89.
“We enjoyed the hike on the McDowell preserve. Our tour guide Bob was great and knowledge! He allowed us to pace ourselves and had snacks/water. I would definitely do again!”
Golf cart through Old Town and Paradise Valley, then a short Camelback Cholla Trail hike to views around Scottsdale in about 2 hours.
“Our tour guide was amazing and knowledgeable. Thr hike was a struggle for me but I did it and I'm glad I experienced it. I would do it again.”
Private 3-hour sunrise hike in Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve with free admission, water and snacks, and big saguaro and city views.
“My husband and I booked three trips with Dukout and they were all amazing. Hiking in Scottsdale, wine tours in Sedona and exploring the sights and sounds in Page are all must do’s. Katie and Luis were both knowledgeable and fun tour guides! Thanks for making our 25th anniversary trip memorable!”
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