10 Of The Most Sweltering, Deadly Hikes In Arizona

Piestewa Peak Summit Trail

This trek in Phoenix Mountain Preserve in Arizona is a challenging hike with a 1,200-foot rise, beautiful views, and deadly summer heat owing to lack of shade.

Camelback Mountain Via Echo Canyon Trail

The famed Phoenix trek in Echo Canyon Trail and Recreation Area has two tough paths reaching 1,522 feet for 360-degree vistas on steep, rocky terrain without cover, risking heat exhaustion.

Picacho Peak Via Hunter Trail

Located in Picacho Peak State Park, Arizona, this hike is notable for its challenging sections over rough terrain and rewarding views, with pets allowed only up to the saddle area.

Flatiron Via Siphon Draw Trail

Located in Lost Dutchman State Park, this challenging round-trip hike takes adventurers up the Superstition Mountains, with a steep final mile named for the rock's curve, involving steep, slick rock faces and no shade.

Bear Canyon To Seven Falls Trail

This 8.3-mile trip in Sabino Canyon Recreation Area has a multi-level waterfall, canyon views, river crossings and towering canyon walls, but severe heat and flash floods make it treacherous.

Humphreys Peak Trail

Located in Kachina Peaks Wilderness, this hike to Arizona's highest peak at 12,633 feet involves a demanding ascent, with rapid weather changes and altitude sickness posing hazards.

Peralta Trail

Located in the Superstition Wilderness Area, this 11.4-mile round-trip hike offers rugged terrain, scenic overlooks, and views of Weavers Needle, with a strenuous ascent and descent requiring caution.

Havasupai Falls Trail

Located in the Superstition Wilderness Area, this 11.4-mile round-trip hike offers rugged terrain, scenic overlooks, and views of Weavers Needle, with a strenuous ascent and descent requiring caution.

Bright Angel Trail

This 15-mile round-trip journey in Grand Canyon National Park is dangerous owing to high heat, elevation change, and steep slopes. Dehydration and exhaustion are possible.

South Kaibab, Phantom Ranch, & Bright Angel Trail

This difficult trail in Grand Canyon National Park descends sharply into the canyon with limited cover, a difficult return climb and summer temperatures over 100°F (38°C).

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