Hikers strongly urged to stay off Phoenix trails during extreme heat
Published: Jun. 14, 2025 at 12:23 AM EDT|Updated: 15 hours ago
Phoenix first responders are asking hikers to stay off the trails this weekend during the extreme, but if you must hike, do it in the early morning or evenings. Camelback Mountain, Piestewa Peak and a few trails on South Mountain will be closed from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. because of the hot weather. Firefighters want even the most experienced hikers to stay home during the hottest parts of the day.