Hiking Trails
Experience the scenic trails of Paradise Valley
The beautiful weather and climate in Scottsdale lends itself to plentiful outdoor play and sport year-round. With some of the most scenic trails in Arizona, Paradise Valley has the right hike or bike route for every level. To find the best routes near the resort including trail maps, guides and descriptions, please request information from the concierge upon arrival.
Only a 10 – 15 minute walk from the Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa, Echo Canyon offers a difficult trail open sunrise to sunset. The length of the trail to the summit is 1.2 miles and the trail ascends through spectacular sandstone rock formations with an elevation gain of 1,264 feet (summit is 2,704 feet). The summit rewards with unparalleled views of the Valley.
This 1.5 mile trail (one way) is deemed as a moderate difficulty hike with an elevation gain of 1,200 feet. The trail heads up a well-maintained trail on Camelback's east flank, but becomes a challenging and technical ascent upon reaching the ridge-line.
This 9 mile loop will take you through residential neighborhoods and give you picturesque views of the desert and surrounding mountains.
A short distance from the resort, the Arizona Canal is one of Phoenix's longest multi-use trails. Ideal for long bike rides or runs, this trail is 40 miles of paved and graveled surfaces from end to end. The canal brings water and life to the desert and provides an attractive place to bike and run.
Explore a living treasure you will remember for a lifetime. Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve, including the beautiful McDowell Mountains, currently encompasses more than 30,000 contiguous acres with almost 130 miles of trails. Trailhead gates are open from sunrise to sunset, and there is no charge for parking or access. Learn More.
