Sunrise Mountain Trail
Peoria, Arizona
| Address: | ~Westwing Pkwy, Peoria, AZ 85383, USA |
| GPS: |
33°43'44.3"N 112°14'57.3"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Arizona |
| Trail Length: | 4.30 miles |
| Trail Type: | Loop |
| Hike Difficulty: | Intermediate |
| Elevation Gain: | 626 feet |
Restrooms Pet Friendly
Hike and Mountain Bike
The Sunrise Mountain Trail can be found within the suburban area of Peoria, Arizona; it is made of up 3 sequential loops; each loop harder than the last.
The trail is easy to find, as it starts from Westwing park, Peoria (where you can find restrooms annd water), then look for a large rock with map at the trailhead about 150 yds south of the parking lot.
Although this hike does have areas of leveled paths, it includes a significent level of incline and decline, however, there are plenty of spots to take breaks as needed. Along the trail you'll see gorgeous views of the cities of Glendale, Peoria, and Phoenix, as well as the surrounding mountains and desert vegetation.
In a few places along the way you'll experience forks in the trail, but regardless of the direction you choose you'll stay on the trail. It will be very clear if you've reached the end of a spur trail, as the trail will seem to disappear in front of you. Simply turn around to rejoin the main trail.Courtesy of hikingproject.com
Sunrise Mountain Trail is pet friendly. The trail is closed from sundown to sunrise.
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Arizona hike: Sunrise Mountain Trail, Peoria
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https://www.azcentral.com/story/travel/2015/12/09/arizona-hike-sunrise-mountain-trail-peoria/76632186/Never modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
Read MoreBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Peoria, Arizona
- Head northeast on 83rd Ave toward Grand Ave (135 ft)
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Grand Ave (1.4 mi)
- Turn right onto N 91st Ave (0.2 mi)
- Take the Arizona 101 Loop N ramp (0.5 mi)
- Merge onto AZ-101 Loop N (4.9 mi)
- Take exit 17 for 75th Ave (0.3 mi)
- Turn left onto N 75th Ave (1.0 mi)
- Turn left onto W Deer Valley Rd (1.0 mi)
- Turn right onto N 83rd Ave (3.2 mi)
- Continue onto Westwing Pkwy (0.3 mi)
- Turn right onto High Desert Dr (0.9 mi)
- Turn left onto Westwing Pkwy (0.1 mi)
- Turn right (171 ft)
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Deem Hills East Trail
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6.1 miles EA newer, less-crowded Phoenix park with a just-under-6-mile loop around two hills and more demanding terrain on the east side — well-cut desert trail with a Basalt shortcut option.
Hike
Deem Hills Inner Loop
Phoenix, Arizona
6.1 miles EHike and Mountain Bike near Phoenix, Arizona
Hike, Mountain Bike
Palisade to Basalt to Circumference Trail Loop
Phoenix, Arizona
6.1 miles EHike near Phoenix, Arizona
Hike
Deem Hill
Phoenix, Arizona
6.1 miles EA fast after-work mountain bike loop with 650 feet of climbing via switchbacks, rocky sections, several loop options, and fun downhill runs back to the trailhead.
Mountain Bike
Glendale Canal
Glendale, Arizona
8.5 miles SEHike, Horseback, and Mountain Bike near Glendale, Arizona
Hike, Horseback, Mountain Bike
Sonoran Trail
Phoenix, Arizona
8.7 miles EA smooth, hilly 10–12 mile loop trail in Phoenix with well-marked intersections — suitable for a range of riders, though beginners should pace themselves.
Mountain Bike
Union Peak Loop
Phoenix, Arizona
8.8 miles EHike near Phoenix, Arizona
Hike
Hawk's Nest/Desert Tortoise/Dixie Mountain Loop
Phoenix, Arizona
8.8 miles EA moderate desert loop through creeks and hills with great scenery in Phoenix's Sonoran Preserve — connects Hawk's Nest, Valle Verde, and Dixie Mountain trails.
Hike, Horseback, Mountain Bike
Hawk's Nest Trail and Dixie Mountain Loop
Phoenix, Arizona
8.8 miles EA moderate connector trail in Phoenix's Sonoran Preserve that links the trailhead to Desert Tortoise Trail and Dixie Mountain Loop — good hiking boots recommended.
Hike, Horseback, Mountain BikeNearby Campsites
Lower Salt River Nature Trail
Fort McDowell, Arizona
36.2 miles EA 2-mile beginner loop alongside the Salt River in Tonto National Forest, with worn markers that keep things adventurous — watch for wild horses and spring cactus blooms.
Camp, Hike
Buckhorn Campground Nature Trail
Apache Junction, Arizona
40.3 miles SECamp and Hike near Apache Junction, Arizona
Camp, Hike
