Camelback Mountain
| Camelback Mountain | |
|---|---|
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,706 ft (825 m) NAVD 88 |
| Prominence | 1,334 ft (407 m) |
| Coordinates | 33°30′53″N 111°57′42″W / 33.514723847°N 111.961604211°W |
| Geography | |
Camelback Mountain | |
| Location | Maricopa County, Arizona, U.S. |
| Parent range | Phoenix Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS Paradise Valley |
| Geology | |
| Mountain type(s) | granite, sandstone |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | Echo Canyon trail, Cholla trail |
Camelback Mountain is a mountain in Phoenix, Arizona, United States. The name is derived from its shape, which resembles the hump and head of a kneeling camel. The mountain, a prominent landmark, is the highest peak in the Phoenix metropolitan area and located between the Arcadia neighborhood of Phoenix and the town of Paradise Valley. The Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department maintains the mountain's access, trails, and public facilities as the Echo Canyon Recreation Area, a popular recreation destination for hiking and rock climbing.