Field guide
Piestewa Peak trail facts for runners and hikers
Official information for the Piestewa Peak trail in Phoenix. Find trail and parking hours, summer access rules, and dog policies for your hike.
Piestewa Peak is a 2,608-foot summit within the Phoenix Mountains Park and Recreation Area. It is also part of the Dreamy Draw Recreation Area.
This guide provides official information for visitors. It covers access hours for trails and parking, seasonal changes, and specific trail regulations.
Official facts at a glance
- Type of place
- Part of Phoenix Mountains Park and Recreation Area, and Dreamy Draw Recreation Area
- Trail hours
- 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Parking hours
- 5 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Extended summer parking hours
- Until 9 p.m. from June 1 through September 30
- Dog rules
- Prohibited year-round on the Piestewa Peak Summit Trail
- Heat safety program
- Phoenix Trail Heat Safety Program
- Peak height
- 2,608-foot
Source: Piestewa Peak / Dreamy Draw (phoenix.gov). Official page, checked Oct 21, 2026.
Access and hours
The trails are open for use from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily.
Parking lot hours are 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. for most of the year. From June 1 through September 30, parking lots have extended summer hours and remain open until 9 p.m.
Rules for the Summit Trail
The Piestewa Peak Summit Trail has a specific rule regarding dogs. Dogs are prohibited on this trail year-round.
Safety information
The city operates a Phoenix Trail Heat Safety Program. Visitors should be aware of this program and follow any official guidance related to it.
Before you go
- Check the current parking lot hours before you visit.
- Note that trails close at 11 p.m., which is later than the parking lots.
- Confirm if extended summer parking hours are in effect, from June 1 to September 30.
- Leave dogs at home, as they are not permitted on the Summit Trail.
- Be aware of the Phoenix Trail Heat Safety Program and any active alerts.
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