Echo Canyon Trail Closed Until Further Notice Due to Safety Concerns

The Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department has temporarily closed Echo Canyon Trail at Camelback Mountain until further notice due to safety concerns caused by recent storms. The closure is necessary to ensure public safety while the City of Phoenix assesses the damage and determines next steps.

Park rangers will remain on duty to educate visitors about the closure and ensure the public stays off the trail until it is deemed safe to reopen.

The recent storms have caused erosion along the trail that presents safety concerns,” said Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department Director, Cynthia Aguilar. “We know Echo Canyon is one of our most popular hiking destinations, and we appreciate the community’s patience and cooperation as our team works to ensure that it is safe to hike the trail again."

While Echo Canyon Trail is closed, the Parks and Recreation Department encourages the public to explore other Phoenix trails, including Piestewa Peak, North Mountain, Dreamy Draw, Lookout Mountain and South Mountain Park and Preserve. 

For more information about Phoenix trails, visit phoenix.gov/parks/trails.