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      Lookout and Shadow Mountain

      These two mountains provide a chance to hike to a peak and enjoy vistas without the crowds and steep elevation gains of nearby Piestewa Peak and North Mountain.

      Trailheads

      Lookout Mountain Park 1898 E. Evans Dr.

      Lookout Mountain Trailhead 15600 N. 16th St.

      Shadow Mountain - Acoma Dr. Access 2601 E. Acoma Dr.

      Shadow Mountain - 28th St. Access 13800 N. 28th St.
      (No parking or defined trailhead.)

      Trail Map & Description

      Hours

      Lookout Mountain Park Parking/Entrance: 5.a.m to 10 p.m.

      Lookout Mountain Trailhead: Sunrise to 7 p.m. or sunset, whichever comes first.

      All other trails: 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.

      Contact

      Ranger Office:602-262-7901

      Natural Resources Office (Business Hours Only):602-495-5458

      Contact Natural Resource staff regarding resource management at desert preserves:602-261-8318

      Know Before You Go

      Lookout and Shadow Mountain are smaller cousins to the more popular North Mountain area, located just to the south. Though lower in elevation than nearby summits, these two mountains provide a chance to hike to a peak and enjoy vistas without the crowds and steep elevation gains of nearby Piestewa Peak and North Mountain.

      Take a hike. Do it right.

      Take a Hike. Do it Right.

      More than 200 hikers annually are rescued from City of Phoenix desert and mountain parks and preserves. Follow our simple checklist to help you from becoming a statistic.

      Review safety guidelines before your visit
      Take a hike. Do it right.

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