Camelback Mountain Loop via Echo Canyon Trail
2.7 mi
Distance
1 hrs 0 min
Time
terrain
1,166 ft
Elev Gain
Overview
This is a difficult out and back trail to Camelback Mountain in Echo Canyon Recreation Area. Gloves are useful to protect hands when having to scamper on all 4s. Bring 2L of water per person and salty snacks for cooler weather, bring more for warmer weather.
This trail goes by The Praying Monk, Echo Canyon Viewpoint, and Camelback.
Getting Started
Parking can be a huge challenge on this hike especially when the weather is nice. Using a ridesharing app such as Uber or Lyft can be helpful when parking is challenging. Be sure to bring plenty of water. If you are not a regular hiker and it is summer time please avoid this hike.
Rate this Hike
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This is an amazing hike! It is not an easy hike by any means. It is steep, rocky, and rewarding. If you can help it get a ride to the trailhead and save yourself the trouble of trying to find a place to park.
This starts off moderate but becomes quite technical with steep climbs and some scrambling. After the steep railing section the trail gets less intense and then begins to get much steeper as you make your way to the top.
Slow and steady win this race for me and I took lots of breaks. Depending on season bring 1-2L of water per person. Your body will thank you as you make your way up.
The top has amazing 360° views of the entire valley area. Be sure to sit and enjoy for a while before heading back down.
On my way down I found myself using my hands and feet a lot as I navigated back down the steep terrain. It’s not bad just take your time and be sure of footing. This hike is very populated and filled with people encouraging all to keep going to the top.
This was a great hike, an awesome experience, and a wonderful workout for the morning.
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Public Tracks
Camelback Mountain Summit (Echo Canyon) Trail
Recorded 2008-09-10 by Carl Nelson. 2.2 miles. 1.264 feet elevation gain. 2:50 hiking time.
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