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Neighborhood: South Mountain
What People Are Saying About South Mountain Park
The Editor
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Citysearch
In Short – Driving up the narrow, winding road to the 2,200-foot summit is a breathtaking, and at times harrowing, experience. Pack a lunch and lots of water and head for the summit early in the day, before the crowds and heat arrive. A summit trail offers excellent examples of high-desert plant life--especially in spring when more than 300 species of desert plants bloom.
12/13/03
A lovely sight
by saffire_az
The sights from this mountain is superb. A trip during the day is nice, but seeing the sunset from the summit is even better. And if you don't like the heights of the summit, there are a few other spots to park and still see great views. However, the drive is not for novices; many twists and curves over a 15-20 min. drive period.
- Pros: Great views, Tourist attraction
- Cons: Can get crowded, Hazardous drive
08/14/02
Climb every South Mountain
by DesireeB
Where can you go, in the city, to get away from the city? Why South Mountain, of course. Bring your bike and or suitable hiking attire and you're set. Or make a family day of it. Buy some desert plant and animal books and see how many can be identified. Look for the accessible petroglyphs and try to interpret what the symbols may have represented. Then head over to the library and follow up on your hunches. Whatever you do, bring plenty of water and sunscreen and get back to nature.
- Pros: Can hike or bike, easy access, can take dogs
- Cons: lack of dustbins, can be crowded
07/24/02
Breath Taking
by morcheller
South Mountain Park is where I always take out of town guests for a panoramic view of the city. The view at night is spectacular.
- Pros: Great view
- Cons: Bad drivers on road
The Details on South Mountain Park
Know Before You Go:
To bypass the crowds, try the far western end of the park, an often-missed oasis of solitude for hikers seeking a true urban escape. Horses are available for rent just outside the park's entrance.
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