Soaring more 2,700 feet in elevation, Camelback's summit offers spectacular views of Phoenix and Scottsdale and can be reached from the 2.5-mile (incredibly steep) out-and-back Echo Canyon Trail. To avoid the crowds, plan to arrive in the morning – according to past visitors, the garden starts to get busy around 11 a.m.Īs one of the highest peaks in Phoenix, Camelback Mountain is among the most scenic hiking spots in the city. Summer travelers note that a water bottle and hat are essential.
Several reviewers suggested visiting after the sun sets to see the garden illuminated, while others appreciated the groomed paths and well-marked signs. Recent visitors said the garden is fascinating and highly recommended seeking out the special exhibits when available. The Desert Botanical Garden also hosts numerous events, including culinary demonstrations and outdoor concert series. Maxwell Desert Wildflower Loop trails – allow you to experience the region's natural wonders the way early settlers once did.
The garden's brightly colored plants sharply contrast the Sonoran Desert's cinnamon-red buttes, and numerous hiking trails – like the Plants and People of the Sonoran Desert and the Harriet K. Yet the Desert Botanical Garden is home to thousands of species of cacti, trees and flowers from all around the world. The desert may seem like the last place you'd expect to find flora.
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