Epic Camelback Mountain Guided Hiking Adventure in Phoenix, Arizona

Hiking Camelback Mountain with Matt was an unforgettable experience! His positive attitude and facts about the area made the hike so much fun! Plus, he took awesome photos!! :) If you're thinking about booking, DO IT!

Matt made our experience amazing! We learned so much as first-time hikers and this was the highlight of our trip.

Jennifer was a fun, knowledgeable and supportive guide. We decided to turn around at the 1/2 way marker and she was supportive and caring. We will return.

My son and I were visiting Arizona State University (ASU) in Tempe from Ohio and decided to take this guided hike up Camelback. Matt texted us detailed instructions prior to our arrival. We took an Uber from Tempe to the Echo Canyon Trailhead, so we didn't have to worry about parking (the Uber was about $45 on the way there and $20 on the way back). Matt provided backpacks, water and gloves. He gave a quick overview of what to expect, and we were off! I'm 48 and my son is 17. He didn't have any trouble with the hike, but it was very strenuous for me. Early in the hike, I didn't think I would make it to the top. Matt continued up the mountain with another family and the other guide, Jennifer stayed with me and my son. She was so positive, patient and encouraging. She told me what to expect next and how much further we had until we reached the top. There are parts of the hike where you have to climb up big boulders using your hands. I'd say I'm in average shape - slightly overweight, but I frequently walk on flat terrain. This was very challenging for me, but I did it with the help of Jennifer (and my son, who was also very patient). It was a rewarding experience and I'm glad we used a guide - otherwise it would have been too easy for me to turn around.

Matt was Awesome. As a first timer this can be an overwhelming experience but Matt was so patient and did a great job encouraging and assisting along the way. Definitely could not have completed this hike/climb without him.

I was hesitant to book this . I tore my ACL 4 years ago and broke my ankle 4 months ago . I am not in the best shape , but I love adventures and doing new things . I booked this and almost cancelled it because I was scared of getting an injury . I decided we should keep the reservation and experience it . We were only in town for 2 days and wanted to do the hike right at 7:00 am . That way we still had the whole afternoon ahead of us . Starting out we met our tour guide Matt . He was so laid back and very knowledgeable. We started the hike with him explaining it will be difficult but we can do it . He knew which part of the hike we should be at for the best pictures of the sunrise . When we turned that corner he told us we would have 5 obstacles . That helped me know what to expect ahead . It wasn’t easy , but it was fun and worth it . I have never had a tour guide but I would highly recommend it to everyone . When we got to the top he had us pound the final post with our fist and had some healthy snacks and cold drinks at the top . We took our time at the top and took it all on . He didn’t rush us and took great pictures of us . On the way down I went slower . I was still nervous about an injury . It was challenging but worth it . He explained the area , plants , wildlife and really made us feel so comfortable. I highly recommend him to everyone . Honestly… I will remember it for the rest of my life ! Thank you Matt for being so kind and letting us take our time without us feeling bad about it !

Matt is incredible considerate and knowledgeable and always makes a point to make you feel safe and present and takes you to the secret spots on the mountain and so helpful with photos capturing!!! Please consider going with him and 11am hike was incredible timing!!!!

My husband and I don’t do much hiking so when I found this guided hike I was excited. Matt was an awesome guide and allowed us to take breaks as we made our way up. We got to watch the sunrise and took a ton of great pictures. It was such an enjoyable time and I’m so glad I chose to do this!

Matt was an awesome guide, very encouraging and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend him for tours.

Our sunrise Hot Air balloon tour was cancelled the morning we decided to hike camelback mountain. So at 5 am that morning i scheduled the hike/tour and we were at the meeting place by 8am. 8:10am i called the tour operator (Matt) and explained that i booked this am and he was shocked and surprised he was unaware. He immediately said if you can wait just a bit i will be right there. We waited and so glad we did. Matt guided and helped along the way bringing all the items needed for a great hike including encouraging words. We made it to the summit learning and taking in all the beautiful views along the way. Matt took his time let us rest as needed and we needed a lot lol. There was a lot of people on the trail as it was surprisingly cool but made the day fun and challenging. Matt towards the end of our hike apologized again about not being there at 8am and promised to not allow that to happen again. He will come up with something so that never happens again. Just one last tid bit about Matt, We had collected a couple of small rocks along our hike and i left them in the backpack Matt had provided. I realized this after we had departed from Matt so i text and told him to take them out of the backpack so someone else didn't have to care those dang things around lol. Matt mailed those rocks to us the same day and they met us at home in our mailbox. Thank you again Matt for a great day. As Matt says Happy Trails and as we say enjoy all your adventures because you never know. Life is short enjoy the ride. Laura and Gil