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===Echo Canyon Park, City of [[Phoenix, Arizona]]===
===Echo Canyon Park, City of [[Phoenix, Arizona]]===
==Park Details==
The most dynamic and unique sight along your journey through Echo Canyon Park will be the spectacular [[Camelback Mountain]], which dates back to the Precambrian age, 1700 million years ago.  Throughout the day, the hues of Camelback change as brilliant sun patterns dance across its surface.
The most dynamic and unique sight along your journey through Echo Canyon Park will be the spectacular [[Camelback Mountain]], which dates back to the Precambrian age, 1700 million years ago.  Throughout the day, the hues of Camelback change as brilliant sun patterns dance across its surface.


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There are two trails that ascend to the top of Camelback Mountain:
There are two trails that ascend to the top of Camelback Mountain:


*1. <b>Summit Trail</b> (Echo Canyon)
==1. Summit Trail (Echo Canyon)==
Length: 1.2 miles, one way<br>
Length: 1.2 miles, one way<br>
Elevation Gain: 1,264 feet (summit is 2,704 feet)<br>
Elevation Gain: 1,264 feet (summit is 2,704 feet)<br>
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This is a very strenuous trail recommended only for experienced hikers.  The tail ascends through some spectacular sandstone rock formations and offers unparalleled views from the summit of Paradise Valley below and Phoenix beyond.  The park is open sunrise to sunset.
This is a very strenuous trail recommended only for experienced hikers.  The tail ascends through some spectacular sandstone rock formations and offers unparalleled views from the summit of Paradise Valley below and Phoenix beyond.  The park is open sunrise to sunset.


*2. <b>Cholla Trail</b>
==2. Cholla Trail==
Length: 1.5 miles<br>
Length: 1.5 miles<br>
Elevation Gain: 1,200 feet (summit is 2,704 feet)<br>
Elevation Gain: 1,200 feet (summit is 2,704 feet)<br>

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