Guided 2 Hour Sunset/Night or Sunrise Hike at Piestewa Peak

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

2 hours

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This is a unique experience where you will reach excellent views of Phoenix, learn about the plants and animals of the Sonoran Desert, and get a good workout! During sunrise or sunset you will see beautiful changes in sky’s color as the sun moves below or above the horizon. In hotter months dawn or night hikes are a great way to experience the outdoors while avoiding the daily high temperatures. Prior to the hike, please be sure to contact your guide Scott Zdunczyk to confirm a time. The times provided on the page are just a range of possible starts. Please provide a phone number or email with your booking so that your guide may reach you with any important updates. Be sure to hydrate before your hike in the summer, it makes a difference! The area contains many trails, allowing us to customize the difficulty. The typical route is short but difficult. There are less strenuous options available and if you know you would like an easier route, please let your guide know with your booking.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

This is a strenuous hike.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What‘s Included

1 bottle of water included. Hikers must also hydrate beforehand for hikes in hot tempatures, including April-Oct. Travelers can bring additional water, drinks, and snacks. Please carry out all trash.

Fruit, packaged nuts, trail bars, beef sticks, and more!

Flashlight

What To Expect

Phoenix

We will reach high elevations with beautiful views overlooking the city of Phoenix including downtown Phoenix, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, Tempe, and Scottsdale.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Guided 2 Hour Sunset/Night or Sunrise Hike at Piestewa Peak

Reviews

5.00

13 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Wonderful guide and a memorable hike
Julie P,
Apr 30, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Scott was a great guide! Super knowledgeable, friendly, and patient. He knows a lot about the area and it's clear he does this simply because he wants to share what he loves. Thanks Scott for a great hike!
Amazing first AZ hike
Mandalynn518,
Apr 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Scott was a knowledgeable, fun guide for my first AZ hike. Would highly recommend him. And his snacks were great and much needed!
Really fun - gorgeous sunset.
Michelle H,
Dec 29, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
Scott Z was accommodating and patient. Excellent views. Challenging but worth it. Loved it. Would recommend Scott Z
Great sunset hike!
Jennifer C,
Nov 18, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I would recommend this hike no matter what your hiking skills are. Scott takes this into consideration and makes the hike around your skill set. He was very knowledgeable about the plant and animal life along the path. I even got the treat of seeing a scorpion glow in the dark.
Beautiful sunrise views
Janelle M,
Nov 4, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
Scott was a great guide. Very friendly and knowledgeable about the area, the wildlife and plant life. We even got to see a scorpion! He provided us with not only a fantastic hiking experience but information about local happenings. We will definitely be back to enjoy Arizona again!!
Fantastic
Leonard D,
Oct 29, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
Actually making it to the top and seeing the sunrise. Scott our guide was great at getting us to the top in time. Really nice guy with great knowledge of the area.
Birthday celebration sunset hike
M1814UZallisonj,
Oct 23, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Took this sunset hike with Scott as part of our daughter’s 28th birthday celebration. It was truly amazing. He was extremely knowledgeable about the ecosystem and the plant and animal life of the area and took time to educate us. The hike was challenging by he was attentive to safety and comfort. He provided plenty of water and snacks. The views were indescribably beautiful. We will be contacting Scott again next time we are back on the area.
Great Guide, Amazing Views
Zachary N,
Oct 15, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Scott has an absolute passion for what he does and you can tell he is clearly comfortable in the desert environment. I participated in the sunset hike, and was not disappointed in the views! I would definitely book a guided hike with Scott again. He took time to stop and point out things that were interesting, and sharing the knowledge of the area he has acquired.
Choose Scott or wish you did!!!
357charmainef,
Sep 28, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Scott Z was EXCELELNT!!!!!!!! I enjoyed this tour very much. I am from Canada and, indeed, found it quite hot. Scott had water and snacks to keep me hydrated. He was very knowledgeable about the terrain, plants, and local wildlife. I did the evening tour to see the sunset. Therefore, it was dark on the walk down. Scott had black lights and headlamps- he was very prepared! On the hike down, we saw several scorpions. Scott was SO brave and took a close-up video of one scorpion eating some worm/ other insect; it was extremely cool! Thanks for that, Scott! I saw plenty of cute farm mice with fluffy puffs on the end of their tails. We heard an owl but could not site him- but he was close and making plenty of noise :) Scott’s knowledge of the landscape is fabulous. I learnt so much about different cactus and trees. Very impressive. I like the cholla-teddy bear caucus. :) Scott allows you to walk at your pace and checks in regularly to ensure you are okay. He chooses to walk ahead to confirm the path is clear for you! Plenty of picture ops along the way. He knows the perfect spots! Choose Scott or wish you did!!! Thanks for the memories! Canadian Friend!
10/10 Would recommend
616puritym,
Aug 5, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I took the sunrise hike at 4 am, and the view from the peak was worth the 2-hour hike. Scott Z was very friendly and knowledgeable about the terrain, plants, and local wildlife, as well as other activities in the area that may not be well advertised. Bring at least 2 bottles of water and a flashlight for the first half of the hike up the mountain.