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Pinnacle Peak Park

 
 

Address

26802 N. 102nd Way 
Scottsdale, AZ 85262
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Map

Vicinity Map (pdf/297kb/1p)
Trails Map (pdf/498kb/1p)

Phone

(480) 312-0990

Email

John Loleit
Recreation Coordinator
jloleit@ScottsdaleAZ.gov

Hours

5:15 am - 7:30 pm

Beginning on May 19th, the opening time will change to 5:00 am.
Beginning on May 26th, the closing time will change to 7:45 pm.
         
      

There will be an Eagle Scout project held on a few days throughout the month. On May 18th and 25th, the trail will be closed at the 1-1/4 mile marker from 7:00 am- Noon.

                                 
                       

No dogs or bicycles are allowed on the trail.
Pinnacle Peak

Wildlife in Pinnacle Peak Park
The evening trail closure routine begins at the west end one hour before close.  The park hours are based on sunlight and may change without prior notice.

 

uPCOMING EVENTS

Astronomy Talks!
Enjoy a gorgeous desert evening discovering the sky highlights of the month, through a 11" computer guided telescope! This is a free activity but registration is required, and the sign up begins one week prior. The minimum age requirement is 8 years old.

For more detailed information please click on Interpretive programs.

About

The Sierra Club rates the 150-acre Pinnacle Peak as a moderate hike with an elevation gain of approximately 1,300 feet.  The trail has a very smooth tread with a number of ups and downs over the course of the 1.75 mile trail (one way).  It is not a loop trail so you come back over the same trail.  High point on the trail is 2,889', the lowest point is 2,366', and the elevation at the trailhead is 2,570'.   Hiking, horseback riding and rock climbing will take you to spectacular views of the valley .  Rock climbing, for experienced climbers with appropriate gear, is permitted in three areas of the park with a variety of routes and skill levels.

Amenities include an 90 space paved parking area (including 4 motorcycle parking spaces at the west end of the lot) restrooms, drinking fountain, ramada, and 4 picnic tables.

The park is an ideal habitat for a variety of native plants such as Saguaros, Cholla Cactus, Creosote plants, and for creatures such as Bobcats, Gila Monsters and Western Diamondback Rattlesnakes.  Hiker safety is important to us, so please read Park Rules and Safety Information.

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