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where to stay

An award-winning hotel located at the base of Camelback Mountain in Paradise Valley. 

JW Marriott Scottsdale  Camelback Inn Resort & Spa

where to stay

Attentive service, deluxe amenities, heated outdoor pools, garden terraces and desert trails in the Sonoran Desert.

JW Marriott Scottsdale  Camelback Inn Resort & Spa

GO FOR A HIKE

Part of the Phoenix Mountains Preserve, Camelback gets its name from its two rock formations that resemble the head and back of a kneeling camel.

CAMELBACK MOUNTAIN

echo canyon trail

Only a 4 min drive or Uber away is the iconic Camelback Mountain and the most popular hike in Arizona. 

hiking facts

1420 ft Elevation Gain 2.5 Miles Roundtrip Difficulty : Very Hard Dogs not allowed No permits needed

leave no trace

We all have an impact and when we leave no trace we show we care about our environment, the landscape, and the wildlife. Take a backpack and pack out your trash.

know before you go

There is one rescue about every other day, the main reason being dehydration. Make sure to bring a full bladder or bottle of water and stay on the trail at all times.

what to eat

A local icon and desert original that channels the sultry energy of its namesake drink, the margarita.

rita's cantina and bar

The perfect pair

The guacamole is fresh made at your table and pairs perfectly with the house margarita - The Rita!

rita's cantina and bar

Have a spa day

After a day spent exploring the trails on Camelback Mountain. treat yourself to a relaxing day by the private pool at the spa.

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