Hole-in-the-Rock Papago Park

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This iconic hike travels through Papago Park, providing stunning views of the Phoenix skyline and surrounding desert landscape. This short trail leads to …

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Oct 30, 2024
A great quick stop to include while exploring the rest of Papago Park with some great views of the surrounding area. Makes for some really nice photos. It is a short trek up to the formation that i… Full review by shavey74
Oct 28, 2024
What a great viewpoint. It is a little bit of a climb but we saw little kids doing it. It is fairly short and the view at the top is wonderful. It doesn’t take more than 20 minutes unless you decide … Full review by DotsGirl2
Oct 10, 2024
A short slightly uphill climb from the car park. A very different geological rock formation with great views. Doesn’t take long to do but worth it. Wear trainers as climbers up is on rocky ground. Full review by GillO190

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Is it free to do this trail/hike?
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Yes, this is a free hike. Parking free as well.
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About how long does it take to do this hike?
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Right, literally 5 minutes from the parking lot.
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Safe to walk/ hike on your own?
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Yes definitely. The parking lot is very close by, the walk up is extremely short. It's not in a secluded area.
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How is the social distancing up here? Debating between going here or South Mountain to watch sunset on my trip, will …
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How is the social distancing up here? Debating between going here or South Mountain to watch sunset on my trip, will choose whichever option will be easier to stay apart from people on the trail/at the location
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There’s more than plenty space to social distance. To get a picture in the hole might get tricky around sunset as many for waiting for the perfect shot Early morning is a better option …
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There’s more than plenty space to social distance. To get a picture in the hole might get tricky around sunset as many for waiting for the perfect shot Early morning is a better option doing sunrise. Hope this helps!
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Is the sunrise visible?
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yes.. timing is key
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