Pinnacle Peak Park

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Pinnacle Peak Park is a 150-acre city park in north Scottsdale with one out-and-back trail. The trail runs 2 miles each way with about 1,300 feet of total elevation gain, so expect a real workout. It costs nothing to hike, and there are restrooms and bike racks at the trailhead. Dogs and bikes aren't allowed on the trail, and rangers start closing it an hour before the posted gate time. The big desert views are the payoff, and experienced climbers with the right gear can use three approved areas. The park also runs interpretive hikes, sunset and full moon hikes, and astronomy talks.