North Mountain Park
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4.8 (2,771)Desert park featuring summit hikes with panoramic Phoenix views, offering both paved climbs and rugged dirt trails.
Description
A trailhead in the Phoenix Mountains Preserve, North Mountain pairs straightforward climbing options with wide valley vistas. Visitors can follow a paved road that winds near the summit before a dirt trail finishes the climb, or branch onto paths like Route 44. Down below, the Penny Howe Barrier Free Trail offers a 0.3-mile accessible route lined with interpretive plant signs and a gentle 40-foot rise, making the terrain adaptable across different abilities and a favored spot around sunrise and sunset.
Good to know
Closed Dec 2026–2028Bring water