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• Fantastic hike - great feeling, great views. Puts life in perspective.

  Wander30811330479,Mar 29, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  On March 14th I hiked with guide Curtis Whipple for 3 hours in the Sonoran Desert and had a great time. He knew a lot about the desert and had some great stories to share along the way - along with snacks and extra water. He kept me safe and we had a good time. I can't recommend him highly enough. I'll look him up next time we're in the area!

• We Recommend a Guide

  eileensK9918MM,Mar 20, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  I read an article on how it was highly suggested to have a guide on a first trip to Camelback Mountain due to the intensity and difficulty of the hike. We found Curtis through Mad Desert Trekking on Trip Advisor. I honestly don't think I would have enjoyed the hike as much as I did without him. He explained what was coming ahead, we rested at the perfect times, and he would show us exactly how to step around some precarious boulders along the route. He gave us valuable hints and tips and took several wonderful pictures as we made our way up and down the mountain. It was nice to have someone knowledgeable to help keep us safe!

• Great trip, worth every penny!

  Candace M,Mar 17, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Thoroughly enjoyed this booking! I didn’t realize this was a private trip when I booked it but it made it much more enjoyable since it could go at our pace instead of trying to keep pace with a group. Our guide Michael was amazing, full of knowledge, patience and an obvious love for the terrain! While my husband and I didn’t feel we could make the second half up to the peak, Michael took our 12 year grandson up and made it a great experience for him. If you get to choose a guide, ask for Michael. I was proud of myself for making it halfway and thrilled my grandson got to make it safely to the top. Thanks Michael!

  

  

  

• Great guided hike!

  abbybN2119UJ,Mar 1, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  My trek was warm but this trail was in the shadow of Camelback Mountain during the morning so it wasn’t bad at all. My tour guide, Curtis, was positive, pleasant, and well prepared for anything I might need. Clearly a knowledgeable & experienced hiker. We made great time but he would have gone any pace I needed. He checked in often to see how I was feeling and dealing with the demands of this challenging hike. Guys, it IS challenging. However, I loved it and the views are amazing!

  

• Epic Experience on Camelback – Worth Every Penny

  Sandritaa8,Feb 25, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  I had an amazing experience on this hike! I was in Phoenix for work and arrived a day early so I could explore a bit on my own. I decided to book this guided hike solo, and I’m so glad I did. The description of the hike was completely accurate — it’s definitely strenuous and a real challenge, especially as you get higher up. It truly took my breath away (in more ways than one!). That said, it was incredibly rewarding. My guide, Doug, was absolutely fantastic. He was encouraging, patient, and supportive the entire way up — especially when I started to get tired toward the steeper sections. While you don’t technically need a guide to hike Camelback, having Doug there made a huge difference. He helped me feel confident navigating some of the trickier climbs, and I honestly don’t think I would have made it to the top without him. Doug was also a wealth of knowledge — not just about the trail, but about Phoenix in general. He was easy to talk to and made the entire experience fun and engaging. Reaching the summit and seeing the breathtaking views was the highlight of my trip. Doug even took tons of photos with his own camera, so I now have incredible memories captured from the top. The snacks he brought were a very welcome bonus, too! If you enjoy hiking and are looking for a rewarding challenge, I highly recommend this experience. It was absolutely worth the money and one of the best parts of my visit to Phoenix.

  

  

  

  

• Camelback Mountain trek with Curtis

  Matt F,Feb 23, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Curtis was an excellent guide on our trek to the summit of Camelback Mountain. Curtis provided excellent instruction along with food, water and gloves for our hike. As novices for this type of hike, Curtis was indispensable and provided us with instruction during our ascending and descending of Camelback Mountain. Curtis made the hike really enjoyable. Matt and Laura F.

  

  

  

• This is NOT an easy climb!

  chestpain,Feb 22, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  We used this tour company to climb Camelback Mountain (2/21). Mike Hopkins was our guide. He was outstanding. It was worthwhile to get all the pictures he captured as precious memories. A part of me wonders if we would have turned back without his help. This is NOT an easy climb. Mike is an incredible athlete who runs ultramarathons. Rest assured, if one of us twisted an ankle he would have thrown you over his shoulder and carried you down all the while explaining the different types of rocks during the descent. We appreciated all the history, geography and pointers during the climb. Finally, sorry we went to the wrong start location.

• Amazing Camelback Hike!

  Expedition660361,Feb 16, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  I had such an amazing experience with Mike Hopkins as my guide! He was extremely knowledgeable and kept encouraging me as we climbed Camelback. i had no idea what I was getting myself into lol but he was so patient and kind and funny too! & took AMAZING PHOTOS!

  

  

  

• Summits and Saguaros

  karah384,Feb 15, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  We had a great experience hiking with Doug! We made it to the top with his support and knowledge and had some awesome photo ops along the way. Also learned a lot about the area and hiking. Would 10/10 recommend this hike with this company!

  

  

• Best hike ever!!!

  Brittany W,Feb 13, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  Mike was an amazinggggg guide! Super fun and just such a great spirit! Happy I had him to cheer me in when i wanted to quit (which was numerous times lol)

  

  
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