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Sunrise Peak
4.9 ★★★★★ 98 Google reviews · Running trail in Scottsdale, Arizona · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Sunrise Peak yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Popular peak hike with panoramic vistas of the city and skyline from the summit.
What runners say about Sunrise Peak
“There are a couple of great scenic overlooks halfway up if you don't want to go all the way to the top.”
“Fun trail that's easy to follow.”
The trail from Lost Dog Trail to Sunrise Peak is a definite challenge. Lots of lose rocks, along the trail. Make sure that you wear a great pair of shoes. Preferably hiking shoes. Be prepared. Take water, snacks. Make sure your phone is fully charged.
beautiful hope from sunrise peak trailhead off via linda. a bit over 4 miles. took us roughly 2.5 hours with our dog on leash. wide enough trail to bring our dog and not too steep for her either. definitely a moderate to hard level of difficulty
Nice and challenging hike. Not ideal for a beginner. But if you are comfortable with Pinnacle Peak or Pestana peak this was a good combo of height and length. About 4 miles to the top and back. Water is at the base, no restrooms. Some extra parking about 100 yards down the hill.
Stunning hike. Trailhead has restrooms. Around 4.3 miles roundtrip. About 1100ft elevation gain. It is a steep hike so come prepared accordingly. I recommend bringing more water than you think you'll need + starting early to beat the sun.
Trail conditions & character
“There are a couple of great scenic overlooks halfway up if you don't want to go all the way to the top.”
“Peak offers views of Scottsdale & Phoenix to the west/southwest, Mesa to the south, Fountain Hills & Mazatzal Mountains to the east, and McDowell mountains to the north.”
“Great hike that's not too long at under 3 miles from parking to peak and back, but steep enough to get a good workout.”
“The trail from Lost Dog Trail to Sunrise Peak is a definite challenge.”
“I consider it moderate, but ranked it hard because I'm not sure what fitness level you may be at with regard to distance and elevation hikes.”
Plan your run at Sunrise Peak
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
Running trails near Scottsdale
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
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