Reviews of Hole in the Rock (Park)

625 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008, United States Located in: Papago Park

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This Park is classified in the category of Historical landmark.

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REVIEWS OF Hole in the Rock IN Arizona

Kevin Velas

Very romantic if you can ignore the other 10 couples always there

Juljan Desmet

You can drive up to the rock and the hike is really easy. In about ten minutes, you'll get a breath-taking view of the surroundings and the effort is certainly worth it. Do make a stop here!

Lewis Greene

We enjoyed a 1-hour walk on the paved Elliot Ramada Loop trail following a visit to the nearby Az Historical Society Museum. Parking was free and easy to access. Views of the rocks and park terrain varied as we followed the loop. We saw people climbing the rocks for a little workout and a better view. A good park to walk in near the center of the city. Red rocks with holes were the most interesting part of the visit.

REALx08

We came here after visiting the botanical garden. It was a short hike up the hill. It was a nice view. There is also a little lake with some nice palm trees close by that we walked to after. Definitely added to our trip to the garden.

Ernest Guerra

This place is so peaceful you can go and just hanging out take a picnic relax and wait for the sunset the views here are absolutely amazing and the colors on the sunset are out of this world you need to come and enjoy this place....good for kids old people pets etc etc etc...

Sonya Berry

This was the best part of our Phoenix adventure. Remarkably beautiful, and free! The trails provide Mountain View’s practically everywhere that you look. It is easier than you would think to climb around the back of the mountain and into the hole. There are stairs leading down into the hole. Once inside you are able to see the lake, Phoenix skyline, planes landing, and of course the mountain skyline. It is such a serene place. People are eager and more than happy to take photos for you and there are nice nooks in the rock to just sit and watch the airplanes. You can also see the governors tomb (pyramid), and the lake is quite pretty. Will definitely visit again. So beautiful.

pip blank

In less than 10 min you can walk around the back and into the hole in the rock site. It's a very cool little place to visit. There is a great view and a small little parking lot. It's pretty close to the zoo, just in a seperate lot. So you could easily add it into your plans for a really cool family photo.

Rachel I

This is one of my most highly recommended tourist attractions. It's free, fun, and after hiking for a few minutes you get to a beautiful place to take pictures of the whole city. Make sure you climb thru the hole in the rock! Also make sure to come at different times of day so you can get different views. Pack a picnic, there are benches near the lake opposite the parking lot. Spillover parking can go to the zoo lot, it's an easy walk.

Jennifer Johnson

This place is seriously so amazing! It’s a hike but you can look down on the hugest part of Phoenix from this rock! It’s beautiful and wow, the view is stunning! If you have a fear of heights don’t climb up.

Jeremy Peraza

Short hike and a beautiful panoramic view of Phoenix & the outskirts. Great photo opportunity, but that's pretty much it. Check out the Desert Botanical Garden nearby for the full desert experience.

Ceraela Otero

Absolutely beautiful sights, easy to moderate trails but you need shoes with grip if you want to get to the top, there's a bunch of ramadas to chill at but no bathrooms so hydrate the day before and find a restroom to use before you go up

Kalpit suhane

It’s a nice place to visit.. parking is free preferably go in morning or evening hours.. view of city is also very good .. kids can also climb not that steep..

Carlos Urbalejo

Easy for starter climbers. Good for young ones too

Holden LeCroy

Cool place, it really doesn’t match the landscape of the area (which makes it a must to see). It’s a very short climb to the top, but a nice view of downtown Phoenix, especially at sunset! It was a little crowded and must have been a popular spot in the Tempe area, but was otherwise a great spot.

Carissa McFarland

The perfect spot to watch the sunset. A bit of a climb up though but easy enough.

nick materese

A must do stop for any tourist to get your obligatory dessert/hiking pics!

Shauntreis Sproles

If you're looking for a nice relaxing, serene place with just a little bit of company, this is the place to be. Centered in Papago Park, the Hole in the Rock is a jewel in the valley with several recreational hiking areas nearby, the botanical gardens, and the Phoenix zoo. Walk the trail, hike the very small mountain to get to the top (5-10 minutes) , and look out onto the cities of Phoenix/Scottsdale.

ATRU Agent

If you can walk youll make it to the top.

Lauren Marek

Very short hike for a beautiful location. I went in the early morning and the light was perfect.

Jo-Anne HERBECK

Hole in the Rock was neat. I had seen pictures of it so wanted to give it a try. I was able to climb up it with the help of a walking stick & using the path to the right to reach it.

Calista Ann

Great short hike with great views! An easy hike for kids and smaller dogs! Great view of Tempe at the top.

Bobbi M

This is a must see! It's free and you get an awesome view. Park on paved road and take a 5-10 minute walk to to see the view. There are stairs and you'll be walking at an incline. Recommended for anyone who can walk up hill. Leave the stroller in the car. Bring water, you'll want a drink when you get to the top. Have fun! Take lots of pics!

Tim Wales

Very good view. Worth the climb. Would suggest tennis shoes and water on hot days.

S. Williamson

An easy walk with a slight incline. Prefect for the whole family! No wheelchair or stroller access. A beautiful view and a great place to cool off in the desert heat! Quite a bit of broken glass on the trail and in the cavern so appropriatly shoes are a must!

Jeff Hull

Always love hole in the rock. Great beginner hike for the little ones.

Michael Brady

Free ,easy, and close. I would highly recommend this attraction for quick drive by to appreciate the local terrain.

Dillon Gasper

An incredible and short hike with spectacular views from the top of this short climb. Would recommend close-toed shoes and prepared to make the short climb on a rocky terrain. The history is very interesting and worth the drive out. Not as intimidating as longer hikes in the area and good if you are short on time.

Tom Lambert

Great place to watch sunset. Easy walk up backside of mountain.

Mike R

Small little trail leading up to some big views. Perfect little spot to take kids to run around and even have a picnic. It wasn’t too busy when I went during the week. You can definitely get some solid pictures of the city and mountains in the distance. Also, being inside a giant whole inside a rock is a pretty neat experience. Once you’re inside the rock make sure to keep an eye on your kids since it is decently high up.

Carissa Martin

Fun to.visit! Nice walking paths.

Maria Arce

I had not big expectations with this place. And it surprised me completely. It's a "small" mountain that you can climb very easy but that's what's make it more beautiful. The view is fantastic and the desert landscape is mesmerizing. Don't miss it. Take very cold water with you and white clothes in summer. The heat is very hard. Higher than 100F. But worth it!

orcan alorcan

Easy hike with a beautiful view from the top but what I liked most was walking around the little lakes.

Gyles Allen

We enjoyed a 1-hour walk on the paved Elliot Ramada Loop trail following a visit to the nearby Az Historical Society Museum. Parking was free and easy to access. Views of the rocks and park terrain varied as we followed the loop. We saw people climbing the rocks for a little workout and a better view. A good park to walk in near the center of the city. Red rocks with holes were the most interesting part of the visit.

denise chapman

Hole in the Rock was one of my AZ bucket list places. What's not to love. A beautiful natural wonder found right in the City. The area does not disappoint. The trails are well maintained and suitable for all ages and abilities. There are great facilities with plenty of parking and restrooms available. The proximity to the Phoenix Zoo and the Desert Botanical Gardens makes it a great stop in a perfect day. It also makes it quite busy, though it did handle the amount of people quite well.

Ashley Powell

Don't know how I missed this the last time I was in Phoenix, but it's definitely an easy hike and the view is outstanding. Parking is easy, right next to the trail. It takes about ten minutes at the most to walk around to the back side and up into the hole. Make sure you have shoes that have traction, and a camera. When you get up into the hole, you literally can see all of Phoenix. Very cool!

Christopher Monski

As advertised it's a a hole in the rock you can see Phoenix on one side Scottsdale on the other. 1/8th to 1/4 mile hike from car, very easy. Did it on flip flops. Have to climb a bit of Rock stairs

Trevor Hyatt

The most unique geological landform in Phoenix in my opinion. The rock is like a bunch of different small rocks cemented together, it’s quite fascinating. The hole has steps leading up to it which makes it accessible for all. I brought my toddler daughter up here. I’ve seen people bringing up infants. It’s free so go check it out. Only downside is the parking lot is small. So go when you think you can find a spot.

WRAGGS VEVO

This was a fun experience that I highly recommend. Take your friends and family as long as they can walk up a steep hill that can be slippery at times

Leslie Marie

Great place to go for an easy hike and a great view.

Tera

The hike was easy with my 9, 7, and 5 year old. Looks harder than it is when you drive up. Great view at the top of the city and surrounding area. Neat photo opp.

Cesar Villanueva

Great place to go for a hike and enjoy the outdoors. The rock was a little crowded. It looks like a dramatic climb up the steep side, but if you go around it's easy to get up there. Lots of little kids had no problem getting up there.

Amanda Lovell

It is always a great place to go for an easy hike and connection with nature. The ponds at the bottom are gorgeous as well. There are dragonflys, fish, ducks, and a ton of algae haha! :)

Benjamin Schwartz

Love this place. Discovered it 5 years ago when I first moved out here. Very relaxing and gorgeous view. Great for out door strolls, small hikes, and sight seeing. One of my favorite spots in PHOENIX!

Citlalli Alonso

Easy climb if you follow the trail! Nice view of sunsets and sunrises. The trail is easy for younger kids maybe 7+.

Bringinheat .

Pretty cool spot.... Very easy trail... Stumbled upon this place and I was over dressed. Very nice views nice getaway

Juan Hickman

This is a really neat view. When you enter the park, go the to zoo and turn left, this road will take you to the parking lot just below the Hole in the Rock. It is a circular trail that goes behind the rock and brings you up in back. It really is only a 5 minute walk. There is no handicapped access. If you use a cane allow a bit more time. We went just after school started back up and so there weren't many people there in the late morning.

Samantha Hogan

Such a rad place to go and easy for the kids to maneuver around! was definitely one of the highlights of our trip to Scottsdale!

Emilie Allen

If you’re looking to get outdoors and take in some Arizona scenery but aren’t big into hiking, this is the spot for you. The hike to the top of the rock is maybe 10 minutes from the parking lot. The path is clearly marked and safe to travel on. The views you’ll have from the top are great and there’s even sections within the hole that you can sit and take it all in (while basking in the shade!) Located right next to the PHX zoo, this is a great & convenient spot to explore for all ages.

Bradley Hardy

Excellent park in Phoenix. The big hole seems sort of silly, but it is actually pretty neat. You should definitely check it out.

Ryan Stiles

Great local attraction. The trails I've been on are nice and marked, easy to moderate difficulty.

Haley Davis

Bring the family, friends, or love for a Phoenix sunset and great photo ops. Get here early for a great spot. An easy hike for all...even the kids and Grandma.

Joe Shen

We found this place on our way to Tucson. The place is next to Phoenix Zoo and this place is very good for anyone. Only a few minutes from the parking lot and when you reach to the top you can have a great view of Phoenix. You will love it and I highly recommended.

Christopher Jones

Great place to go hiking. Easy trails for kids as well. Great place for the family or time out by your self to enjoy nature.

Jared Reviea

Love the hike and the subsequent rewarding views.

Bart Berry

Very cool place to go great for the family easy trails to hike highly recommended

Brit Myers

Easy to get up to the hole. Nice trails surrounding

Sonam Tsering

Hole in the Rock is one of the must place to visit in Phoenix city which is located just minutes away from main downtown. It's an amazing place and formed in unique structure of rock with hole in the center. We enjoyed our trip over there. Nice place to view whole Phoenix city and some rocky hills too. I recommend to visit this place in morning - Sun Rise or evening - Sun Set. Perfect spot to view Sunrise and Sunset. Same as there are lots of other tourist spots near by like Phoenix zoo, Botanical garden and Aquarium.

Mary Cartagena

Short hike and awesome view, great for a Sunday outing.

Maricruz Tillotson

Beautiful scenery. Easy to get to. Fun for the whole family.

Jennifer Prueser

Great view of an interesting, climb-able rock formation. Hike to the top, and pop your head through the hole! Certainly a great photo opportunity for the kids. Beautiful, smooth, rock mound, another outdoor adventure awaits you at Hole in the Rock. The story behind it is that military artillery created the hole! Come here and check it out for yourself, then you decide.

Percy Nelson

Wow! What a view! Loved climbing this rock. It's super easy to walk up. You'll get to the top within 5-7 minutes. Definitely worth it!

stoica andrei

I strongly recommend it to be there for the sunset. The view is memorable.

Matt Crawford

Such a beautiful park, amazing views, amazing landscape, beautiful water, great fishing Horseshoe pits, grills, gazebo, working drinking fountains, easy access free great parking, you can also take trails all through the hills, they're all so beautiful, very well maintained, you can also see the back side of the zoo with the big horn cheap, which is pretty amazing.hole in the Rock is a beautiful place, definitely experience for anyone to enjoy

David Stam

Its nice for what it is, but understand this is a really short hike if that's what you're going here for. Still worth the stop for a quick jaunt it you're in the area.

Nikunj Patel

It's a chill place with scenic beauty. Not much of a hike. Good for clicking pictures and hanging out.

Lionel Lugo

Great scenic spot, lots of different picture opportunities, lakes with vegetation nearby, lots of scenery

Monica Rodriguez

Very easy walk up the hill I took my 3 kids with me, 5,3 and 2 yr old up there and they loved it! There's some great views up there. I went on a Sunday and it was extremely busy so I would suggest going a different day maybe during the week. It's also right next to the Phoenix zoo. There's tons of parking. And ponds all around. All in all it's great and def recommend!

Lucio Pihanna

This is such a great place! We were headed to the Desert Botanical Gardens while in Phoenix and I saw nice reviews Hole-in-the-Rock, so we decided to swing by. It's very close to the Botanical Gardens, along with the zoo as well. The hike to get up to the hole is very short (maybe 500-800 feet from the parking?) and not too hard. The hole is a great place to view the city and, in the summer (we went in August), it provides shade and a good breeze. Definitely check it out, even if you only have a little bit of time available. We were slightly confused as to which side of the road the rock was on, but after trying one side, we discovered it's on the zoo side (there's another trial on the opposite side).There are also restrooms and picnic areas between the trail and the parking area.

Lorraine Fernandez

Great place to visit, especially when there's no one there.

Rob Shannon

Nice, easy hike. Good for kids. Watch them near the edge! Nice views. Often crowded.

Paul Gordon

A little less than 1 Hour for the loop I took. Great views, a bit of randomness. It's the desert, there's some interesting things happening. Go check it out.

LLL Leon

Beautiful scenery and a cool breeze once you reach the hole. Very easy to access. You don't have 2b a professional. I seen lots of families climbing it. It loks just like the photo.

Mary Murray

Unbelievable that this is actually right in the city! Easy to get to after you park also. Very cool place!

Adam Barnes

This is a good-quick site to see. Its not some big adventure, nor is it a long intense hike. Its not something that will fill an entire day either, but its a good place to take out of town guests for a quick and unique view of the city. The Papago Park area and Papago Mountains are very cool and very unique looking and when you crawl through the hole in the rock and stand on the other side it makes for a very nice panoramic. Since it is such an easy and accessible attraction it can often be crowded, which could determine how much time you want to spend there.

Walid Nabhane

Nice Park with easy trails and interesting formations and artificial ponds and canals. Good for 1 hour.

alanda jensen

Recommend for an easy walk up a mountain to take beautiful photos. I was able to take children and older adults with ease. There are other more experienced trails for hikers but our family just wanted an easy walk

Cheryl Cunningham

I wish I would have known there were rock stairs on part of the trail. I did make it up there with some help. Not bad for 64 years old. Nice view.

Rachel

I visited from Indiana, and absolutely loved this spot. The view alone is breathtaking, the walk up wasn't so bad, but I went in December. Amazing pictures from this cool place. Can't wait to come back in June.

Sarah Hartz-Martín

Wonderful park! Great trail, well marked. Great place to go with faniy or friends or just by yourself to take a walk/go on an adventure ! The area is beautiful

V. Todd Wheeler

Very easy hike up to the area where the holes are located. Some of the visitors aren't schooled on things like trail etiquette or putting refuse in a trash can. But a fun, low impact no cost diversion.

Cheryl Hillis

Was so glad we decided to check out the sunset. Be sure to arrive at least 30 minute prior to sunset. Lots of cars, & they lock the gate to get in right after sunset. It was an easy climb, we did it in flip flops. Took @ 5 minutes. Worth it!

Nik Clark

Easy to find. Short trail walk and easy for the whole family. Went there with my wife and 3yr old son and had no problem getting up to the top of the rock. He also loved looking at the ducks in the nearby ponds.

Tyler Burns

This is a really easy walk up. Nice little view. I visited the Botanical Gardens and just so happened to have a few minutes to spare and stumbled upon this place. I’m glad I did. It was a really nice, and relaxed place!

Married With Children

A little tough for kids under 7 years old. Was very hot 118 degrees so bring a coming towel and plenty of water and your best camera/ camera cover. The pictures ops are phenomenal.

N Duncan

Gorgeous and peaceful morning hike. Easy. My 60+ Aunt and Uncle enjoyed themselves.

Christine Bujanda

Amazing! Nice little hike and the views were beautiful. Hubby and I loved the time out there ❤

Jim Hankey

This is one of the best places in the Phoenix area in which to watch sunset.

FENNI JIN

Wonderful spot for the family to explore and enjoy the beautiful view. Brought our twins when they were 3, 4, and 6(this year). Climbing getting easier for them, and much more fun for us as family! Remember to bring some bread for the ducks when you check out the pond area (and some snacks for the family to enjoy at the picnic table)! Overall, this is an easy and relaxing 2 hours + outdoor activities option.

Regine Lemm

It's a very, very nice place for hiking, biking ore walking around the area...

Sarah Belisle

We enjoyed a 1-hour walk on the paved Elliot Ramada Loop trail following a visit to the nearby Az Historical Society Museum. Parking was free and easy to access. Views of the rocks and park terrain varied as we followed the loop. We saw people climbing the rocks for a little workout and a better view. A good park to walk in near the center of the city. Red rocks with holes were the most interesting part of the visit.

Derek Wong

Cool view but not much else

Sharon Thomas

A nice hike in the middle of town. Eear shoes with traction. It is a fairly easy hike, but well traveled, so it has a lot of gravel and loose rock. Great views of the city. Lots of people.

Monique Esparza

I miss this place. Watched the beautiful sunset. Words can't describe.

Thuy-Mi Le

so much fun! I was in Phoenix for a work conference, and last minute, my team decided to go see "the hole." Me and the other two girls I was with were in heels!!! But we still made it up and down alive - so the hike up isn't too bad at all. View was worth it, loved the view post-sunset with all the city lights too

Martin Loehr

Very easy, and very short trail. Definitely good for families with small children. We went on an early afternoon week day in hopes there wouldn’t be too many people about but we where wrong. Almost impossible to grab a decent photo up there due to the amount of bodies in the area.

upmanyu tyagi

Great view of the airstrip when you get at the top. You can watch the planes land and take off.

Evelyn Rivas

Beautiful views of the valley! Quick and easy hike; perfect for beginners or children. It is a bit crowded, but if you're willing to climb above the hole then you'll get away from the majority. Please only do this if you're comfortable with some rock climbing. These photos were taken with my phone in October.

Jonathan Chen

Fun little hike, very short and cool view. Nice little place to sit in the shade. Climb through the hole and around the right side and you can get to the top of the rock and look down through the ceiling hole, just don't fall!

Devin Galaspie

Cool spot to walk and hike around and take pictures. The view is amazing and theres a lot of wildlife running around. It's a short hike to the top but you can climb around the side, just be careful! We saw a few people fall.

Jack Poole

Super cool spot. Me and my wife originally went to the area for the botanical gardens but showed up as they were closing. We saw folks on the rock as driving and went over that way. Super cool experience and worth checking out. It may seem impossible to get up there but there is a easy route to the hole in the rear. If your in the area this is a must see.

Kenneth Babcock

Incredible place to watch sunsets. Although it can be busy

Josh Borup

Awesome place to visit, a lot of nice rock formations to climb. Unfortunately it is very close to a military base and the airport so flying drones is out of the question..... Unless you're sneaky

Paige Mock

I had a really great time there I've never been and it was cool to see the zoo from high up. I like The vibes of the park and the water.

Inez Boyd

Living in an urban city on the east coast, there are many man made structures that are pleasing to the eye. However, the western horizons and mountain formations are truley amazing. While it was chilly and raining a bit when we visited this very interesting formation, it was none the less very intriguing and worth a visit. I am sure it is very picturesque on a sunny day.

Dolores Vela

Enjoyed the walk up to the hole in the rock, even with my bad knee I had zero problem walking up to it. Once inside the hole it was a great view of the area and imagining Indian families living and using it in the past.

Jahaz Shine

My heart grew 3 sizes larger while sitting there staring off into the horizon. It was so beautiful. What a view. My daughter had a wonderful time.

Anar Dadashov

What an amazing creation. Loved going here, specially for sunset.

Juanito

Great place to relax! They have Picnic tables so you're good to bring some snacks.. Go check out the view!

Marlene Smith

Fun little jaunt up a big cool rock. Short and easy.

carolyn anglin

we go to Papago Park every year for our family reunion.we love this park.

Vitória Batistoti

I went to the Hole in the Rock on my last day in Arizona. Sadly I was in town for just four days and I didn't have the time to travel around and experience its beautiful nature, but the Hole in the Rock was an amazing experience. Once in there you get to see some cacti and great landscapes. I definitely recommend you to visit there if you are not going to stay for much long in Arizona.

Shimabutt

I always saw this going to the zoo finally went up there was an amazing view.

Kryss Stephan

What a great experience. I was looking for something to see that would be out of the way and not super busy. And this was it. I got a nice hike, and amazing view and met a new friend. What more can you ask for. We spent some time at the top reflecting on the beauty and the grandeur of the valley before us. Take a few minutes out of the day and enjoy this gem.

Samantha Degollado

The view was amazing so gorgeous. The wall was hard but it was so worth it for me. If you see it you'll love it so so much. You'll enjoy bit trust me you will. I recommend this place to see.

Ellie Brat

Fairly easy climb. Great views!! Perfect for a quick adventure close to home for all ages.

Brian

Great view of the surrounding area and easy hike to the top of the hole. Plenty of parking, easy to get too and nice place to visit. I would recommend water and wear comfy shoes because of the rocks. Worth going too for sure.

Stephanie Calhoun

Super easy to get to. Awesome view!! Right next to the zoo and botanical garden. Must see if in the area. Literally 5-10 min walk up a small hill.

Sean Hughes

Super gorgeous and worth visiting!! Since it's so easily accessible compared to other nature destinations in the area, you'll have all kinds of visitors. So...I guess be ready to hear some weird conversations as sound travels really far out on your walk there due to the holes shape. Would be 5 stars if there was a bit more seclusion involved, but that's not the holes fault.

Jessica Johnson

Really cool hike up, you'll see most of Phoenix from the hole. Definitely worth the hike up!

William Croxton

Fun little escape to rock formations, easy hike and good views. Near the zoo and fishing lakes.

Camille James

If you have a few minutes to spare while passing through Phoenix this is worth a stop. Hole in a rock has a trail that snakes around back and allows you to walk up the hill into the opening of the rock formation. It's a lovely view from the opening of The Rock as well as from the ground level looking at the Rock. Additionally, location is very close to the botanical gardens.

Lora S

This is a little hike with great views. Lots of places to take pictures but it was pretty crowded. We took a toddler and my parents who are in their 60’s and the hike was no problem. We had to watch the toddler close because some areas were steep once we got to the top.

Steven Hauptmann

Just a few minutes to get up to the hole in the rock, but can also go on hikes around the zoo area... it’s cool

Living Organsim

Me and my family come here every saturday. We first walk trails and lastly sit in, well...the hole in the rock. Its very relaxing

Chui Ming Tang

Driving up to this area is breathtaking. It takes less than 10 minutes to walk around the back (you can walk around from either side) and up to the hole. The view wasn’t as stunning as I thought it would be but it is still pretty and seems like a nice place to just sit and hang out with friends. (As a tourist, I definitely recommend checking out the desert botanical garden next door as well to make the trek worth it.) There are few parking spaces as you can see from the second picture. I got there around 6 on a Tuesday and it was fine, but filled up shortly after!

Raviraj Vader

Good place to visit with family and friends. Kid friendly, pet friendly small hike. There are ramadas near the areas and can be a picnic place. There are no restaurants or any kind of outlets near by so carry food and water. Phoenix zoo is right adjacent to this place so you have some traffic in the same direction.

Colton Lentz

Would recommend seeing if you're in the area.

Leah Anderson

Perfect February weather for a hike! Not stroller friendly. This walk is short and steep (FREE and with FREE PARKING) with beautiful vistas at the top. No water fountains or bathrooms that we saw...We went in conjunction with our trip to the Desert Botanical Garden. Plenty of fast food and gas stations in town nearby.

A D

This is a pretty good beginner hike. Going downhill from the hole, it does there are like 3 steep steps, but after that it's smooth sailing. I guess I might be spoiled from the other hiking spots, so this one didn't seem as special. It's too short of a hike for my liking and my only other gripe is that it gets very busy as it's a very popular spot. If you want to avoid the crowd, go at sunrise or early morning around 7 or 8 am. Views from the hole in the rock are pretty good.

Nikki Klenk

It was short and sweet. It wasn’t a very long hike and good for my 6 year old daughter.

Kelley W

Been in the valley since 88 & just went up here for the 1st time this weekend. It was pretty cool, easy to get to & has a beautiful view. I feel like 7 out of 10 people I saw had professional cameras so it seems to be a hot spot for sunset pictures which is totally understandable. We saw a couple different photo shoots goin on as well. I will go again & take the dogs next time as they would love it too! Highly recommend especially if you're visiting Phoenix or lived here forever & never been! If you enjoyed this review or found it helpful PLEASE give it a LIKE!

Nicole LeBeau Fomin

During peak hours (around 10a - 3p) parking can be difficult. You may need to park some distance away then walk. But, the walk is easy and comfortable, and the short 3-5 minute hike to the top is easy enough for children to ascend. Once there you'll be rewarded with a nice view!

francis serdenia

Very easy hike, if it's even a hike. It takes 2-4 minutes walking from the parking area to the "hole" itself. I would recommend coming in early morning for the sunrise and fewer traffic. Wear shoes with good grip, especially when trying to walk in to the edge of the hole.

Derick Davis

Very easy 5 minutes walk up to the top from the parking lot that brings you out from the back. There was even place with artificial stairs placed where need. There top is safe unless you really want to be careless.

Dez book

Hole in rock as it easy hike I've seen 2 year olds do it it's set up more like a stair case. You should still carry water with you be careful because there are active bees. There are plenty of photo backdrops bring your cameras use cellphones. There are a few bike routes in the area so please be weary. It is quite easy to climb it's an entire different story to come down if you are going to climb please be careful. It's quite popular so parking becomes a problem sometimes the view includes part of the zoo and downtown Phoenix. You often get a lot and people there at Sunset be sure if you go at night you have some sort of light to get you back down. Please follow the traffic it's one way. The fishing areas are beautiful all year round.

Tony Morrison

Great site to visit while in the Phoenix area. Very short climb to this landmark. I recommend a spring or fall visit to avoid the heat.

B. Mcz

Took our cousin from Canada to see this. Our first time as well. Great quick site, friendly hike for children but perhaps not those with any sort of limited mobility. There is a lake nearby with plenty of cute ducks. Parking is tight and limited. Zoo is next door, worth the drive and very fun.

Luis Flores

Beautiful view of town. The climb is super easy. A fast walker can do it in 7 minutes while a slow walker can do it in under 20 minutes. You can follow either route from left or right side of the rock.

Jenny Goyer

Very easy hike up, a thought it gets more vertical and difficult while actually on the rock. Great photo opportunity! Be careful if it is wet. There are plenty of paved trails surrounding the area and there is a lot of parking.

Carmello Waters

Pretty cool spot. Free to see and climb up. Family friendly. Not hard to get up I to the hike at all. My 2 year old walked up there herself.

Ziad Alzahrani

It is an enjoyable place where you would observe the power of nature on how to engrave the rocks.

Carolyn Muffler

AMAZING..we hiked up to top worth it, view amazing. and if ur taking pics, please offer other couples or familes to tske their pic for them an they will help u out!! we stayed up there an took peoples pics for a while lol love it!

Nav G

It’s a nice view especially during sunset

Louise Borg

A must do when in Phoenix.. wear comfy sturdy shoes as lots of loose gravel... wear a hat, bring lots of water and a camera because you get some amazing photos. We parked on the road we didn’t find a lot of parking. Free to do and you get a great view of downtown

Alice Amanova

Beautiful place! Easy climb. Very fun. Took some awesome photos at sunset.

Andrew Mineo

Very cool spot for an easy hike good for all ages. Great views of the city. The 'hike' can be as short as 5 minutes or as long as 15. The skilled Can get to the top, but the main sight and location would be in the hole that they made easy for people of all ages to access. There's also a cool duck pond, and zoo near by. Go at sunset or sunrise for special views :)

Linda Adetula

Fantastic view of Scottsdale from the mountain top.

Jonas Klare

Great photo location for a very small hike. Longer hikes with more difficult trails are not far away either. Has plenty to do around the area and it's a perfect place to spend an afternoon with friends or family.

Taren Wilhelm

It is what it says, but the view is worth the stop to stretch your legs and snag a pic. I enjoyed seeing all the different cacti in one area. Be careful of bees along the walk, but there are several signs warning of this along the way. Parking was very limited and our 2nd vehicle was ticketed for not being in a parking spot, although it was RIGHT NEXT TO the parking spaces and we were only there to walk up to the hole to take a pic and back. If it wasn't for this bogus $100 ticket, then this would have been 5 stars...but the parking brings it down.

GPNYM P

Good nice small day trip make sure you have some good shoes on hiking or sneakers some loose rocks. About 2 to 3 hours to explore maybe 4 enjoy

Tim Bruchez

Gorgeous views often require longer hikes. Parking was located just a short 5 minute walk to the hole in the rock. The surrounding park is a beautiful garden with trails, picnic areas and a botanical garden. Perfect place to enjoy a sunset. When we went, it said that the park closes at 7. We arrived at 6:55, drove in, hiked to the hole, enjoyed a bit of time with some photos and we're back in our cars heading out around 7:20. The gates to enter closed at 7 and as long as you got in before then, there was no one there rushing people out of the park.

enrico baracaglia

Popular place in Arizona, quite close to the Phoenix airport. It is a must visit to see the city from another perspective and it is totally free

Erik Haug

We were looking for an easy hike that wouldn’t take hours. Hole in the Rock fulfilled the requirements. The view was very nice. We went around 9:45 a.m. and it wasn’t crowded, but by 10:30 on our way back down there was a flood of hikers on their way up and the parking areas were filling up fast.

Mel G

Pretty views, easy parking, marked trails. Bring lots of water.

Mimi Lee

Fantastic love it whoever wants to come visiting this areas to bad to high up so beautiful. Fanatic views

erica hendrix

Great place to take out of town visitors. Fairly easy hike with great views all around. There is also a fishing pond nearby with ducks. Bring bread to feed them. The kiddos will love it!

LaWanda Harnishfeger

Really enjoyed hiking and climbing. Beautiful views

Elisa Leheny

I climbed a mountain! It was a great walk around and then up the backside to the top! Make sure you wear your tennis shoes or shoes with good grip because going down was a little tricky but definitely do-able even for me who's far from being in the best shape!

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