(For further information see www.phoenix.gov/PARKS/hikemain.html#HIKE6 )

Hiking Etiquette & Safety

• Everyone is on the trails to enjoy the outdoors so please be considerate of other trail users.
• Bring plenty of water, especially during the summer months.
• Always tell someone where you are going and when you are expected to return.
• All downhill traffic should yield to uphill traffic, no matter what type of user.
• It is recommended that the hiker stay to the right as often as possible.
• When passing, announce your intentions.
• Bicyclists yield to all other trail users.
• Hikers yield to equestrians.
• Control your speed at all times.

General Trail Guidelines

• Trails are open from sunrise to sunset.
• Stay on the signed and designated trails.
• Avoid wet or muddy trails.
• Avoid taking shortcuts, cutting switchbacks, or creating new trails.
• Keep pets on leash at all times and clean up after them.
• Do not discard trash on the trails.  If you carry it in, carry it out.
• Never get off a trail on the down hill side.  If you should slip, you would move farther away from rescue.

Phoenix Mountains Park and Recreation Area Requirements

• No dogs are allowed on the Squaw Peak Summit Trail.
• No Bikes or Horses are allowed on the Squaw Peak Summit Trail.
• No glass containers of any kind are allowed in the park.
• No alcohol is allowed in the park without prior permission.
• The speed limit within the park is 15 MPH.
• Park only in designated areas.
• When parking lot is full, wait in line for your turn to park, or park elsewhere.
• No firearms allowed by other than CCW holders (with permit in their possession)