Pinnacle Peak Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Mountains in Scottsdale.

1. Pinnacle Peak Park

8.9
26802 N 102nd Way (at Jomax Rd), Scottsdale, AZ
Hiking Trail · Estancia · 33 tips and reviews

Nick S.Nick S: It's not a loop so don't make the mistake of continuing past the peak - you'll end up on the next mountain.

ToryBurchToryBurch: This 185-acre park offers hiking, mountain biking, rock-climbing and horseback riding.

Ken S.Ken Scheer: When people pass you on this trail, use it as motivation to train harder.

Coconuts Fish Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Mountains in Scottsdale.

2. Coconuts Fish Cafe

7.9
16640 N Scottsdale Rd #103, Scottsdale, AZ
Seafood Restaurant · 26 tips and reviews

Merlin L.Merlin Love: Taco mountain is like making sweet sweet love to your mouth with a gigantic pile of food. I'm not sure what's in the coleslaw, but I'm pretty sure its derived from crack.

Cathleen 'Cathee' J.Cathleen 'Cathee' Jordan-Clang: The cleanest Restaurant in town. Also the freshest yummiest food in town too. Taco mountain amd fish tacos are a must...

Matthew O.Matthew O'Brien: The fish tacos are so good I can't make it past them to trying anything new.

The Phoenician is one of The 15 Best Places for Mountains in Scottsdale.

3. The Phoenician

9.3
6000 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ
Resort · 63 tips and reviews

Ricky P.Ricky Potts: If you want a good view of the mountain, park near the bar drop. Turn around and bam... Great view. Lots of palm trees here, too. A world-class facility, for sure.

AlineAline: O resort é maravilhoso. Localizado ao pé da montanha, tem uma vista linda com a possibilidade de conhecer toda a flora de cactos. Serviço de quarto feito 3 vezes ao dia. The best of Arizona!

Bachelor10Bachelor10: If you’re staying here, forget what you’ve spent and enjoy it. Hike Camelback, play golf and tennis, use the pool, jacuzzis, spa... Read more.

Pinnacle Peak Mountain is one of The 15 Best Places for Mountains in Scottsdale.

4. Pinnacle Peak Mountain

8.1
Mountain · Estancia · 10 tips and reviews

JJ B.JJ Birden: Once of the best mountains to hike in the area. Very popular with excellent parking.

Alison M.Alison McIlroy: Hike to the top & you'll feel like you're "Dancing on the Ceiling"!

With Warm Regards, П.With Warm Regards, Пожалуйста, убейте Путина!: If you walk at a leisurely pace it's about a 2 hour hike up and down the trail. Bring a bottle of water.

Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale is one of The 15 Best Places for Mountains in Scottsdale.

5. Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale

9.4
10600 E Crescent Moon Dr (at N Alma School Pkwy), Scottsdale, AZ
Resort · Troon North · 39 tips and reviews

Joni L.Joni Lupo: Staff is top notch, especially the front desk. Rooms are cozy and warm. Proof has amaze espresso. Also get a salad for lunch. Talavera has a fantastic brunch. Mountain views = I'm in heaven!

Lela R.Lela Reynolds: Try Proof! It is comfort food at it's best. The spoonbread was phenomenal, and the shuffle board table makes for some good after dinner fun :)

Four Seasons Hotels and ResortsFour Seasons Hotels and Resorts: Pinnacle Peak Sunrise: A sunrise hike to Pinnacle Peak allows you to watch as the desert wakes up around you. Be on the look out for cotton-tail bunnies and roadrunners.

Browns Ranch Trailhead is one of The 15 Best Places for Mountains in Scottsdale.

6. Browns Ranch Trailhead

9.0
30301 N Alma School Pkwy, Scottsdale, AZ
Hiking Trail · Legend Trail · 5 tips and reviews

Devin W.Devin Ward: Definitely hike to the peak!

Cathy P.Cathy Paper: Awesome views. Lots of saguaro.

Karen G.Karen Gluskin: Great trails, fairly flat. Watch out for horses!

Gateway Trail is one of The 15 Best Places for Mountains in Scottsdale.

7. Gateway Trail

8.3
(Thompson Peak & Bell), Scottsdale, AZ
Hiking Trail · McDowell Mountain Ranch · 8 tips and reviews

Curt C.Curt Cornum: If you are hiking this loop I would do it clockwise but if you are mountain biking it I would do it counter-clockwise.

BrendaBrenda: I love hiking the Gateway Trail. Bring LOTS of water, a camera and just take your time. So many rush past so they can get their workout, but they miss the ever changing beauty!

Jim M.Jim McCulley: Get off your cell phone and enjoy nature.

Sugar Bowl Ice Cream Parlor Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Mountains in Scottsdale.

8. Sugar Bowl Ice Cream Parlor Restaurant

8.5
4005 N Scottsdale Rd (at E Indian School Rd), Scottsdale, AZ
Ice Cream Parlor · Old Town Scottsdale · 91 tips and reviews

Mel-a-belMel-a-bel: Get the Buster Brownie or the Rocky Mountain Sundae. Both are amaaaazing!!

Michelle O.Michelle O: Cute, old-fashion ice cream parlor. They have the best banana splits and chocolate milkshakes! Make an evening of it and explore Old Town after dessert.

Carol M.Carol Mauer: This is the best place ever for ice cream, shakes, sodas, and sundays! Its old fashioned 50's style all done in pink. A must do experience!

Tom's Thumb Peak is one of The 15 Best Places for Mountains in Scottsdale.

9. Tom's Thumb Peak

9.1
Tom's Thumb Trail, Scottsdale, AZ
Mountain · 4 tips and reviews

Lauren P.Lauren Patrick: One of my favorite hikes in the area; challenging enough and not too crowded.

Dee R.Dee Reiser: Awesome hike!!!

Ann S.Ann Seibert: Bring layers. When the wind kicks up it can get cold!

Gateway Saddle Peak 2378 Feet is one of The 15 Best Places for Mountains in Scottsdale.

10. Gateway Saddle Peak 2378 Feet

8.7
10847 E Rimrock Dr, Scottsdale, AZ
Mountain · No tips or reviews
Lost Dog Wash Trailhead is one of The 15 Best Places for Mountains in Scottsdale.

11. Lost Dog Wash Trailhead

8.7
12601 N 124th St, Scottsdale, AZ
Hiking Trail · 10 tips and reviews

H.C. @.H.C. @Foodventure: There are several trails you can go on from here, so grab a trailmap (or use your phone to take a photo of the larger one) so you know where to go.

Kristy W.Kristy Welsh: Close to Phoenix, huge variety of trails, no park fees, beautiful scenery. What more can you want?

Katie O.Katie O'Toole: Came here with the family for a hike before a big Thanksgiving feast. Great trails, beautiful scenery, & not crowded at all. A must-visit nature preserve for hikers of all ages!

Pita Jungle - FLW is one of The 15 Best Places for Mountains in Scottsdale.

12. Pita Jungle - FLW

8.6
14858 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd (Frank Lloyd Wright & Thompson Peak), Scottsdale, AZ
Mediterranean Restaurant · Horizons · 10 tips and reviews

G W.G Womack: Hummus with seared ahi tuna and the yellowfin tuna honey sesame salad. Very good!

Julia K.Julia Kiva: The chicken marvelous! If you want healthy testy food, and a nice stuff, this is place to go!

Sharon R.Sharon Richards: Haven’t had anything bad here. Hummus and chicken is great!

Marcellino Ristorante is one of The 15 Best Places for Mountains in Scottsdale.

13. Marcellino Ristorante

8.8
7114 E Stetson Dr, Scottsdale, AZ
Italian Restaurant · Downtown Scottsdale · 18 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: Classy, upscale Italian spot where you'll find some of the best house-made pastas in town. Read more.

Francisca S.Francisca San: Wonderful homemade pasta! The server explained in detail bout the special dishes of the night.

Liz B.Liz B: The fresh pasta is fantastic! I got the lamb ragu - so tasty!

Spinato's Pizza is one of The 15 Best Places for Mountains in Scottsdale.

14. Spinato's Pizza

8.5
11108 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd #118, Scottsdale, AZ
Pizzeria · Via Linda Corridor · 17 tips and reviews

Paul H.Paul Haggard: the gold standard for pizza in Phoenix. perfect thin crust and sauce. get anything with red peppers on it. just get lots of it.

Lisa R.Lisa R.: Recommended by 1st timers:). Delicious pizza, generous portions; try the Super Six w/greek side salad & don't forget the cannoli - best so far since Boston! Evidence that family who owns, cares.

Kris B.Kris Brown: Bottled wine 50% off on Wed nights

Dominick's Steakhouse is one of The 15 Best Places for Mountains in Scottsdale.

15. Dominick's Steakhouse

8.6
15169 North Scottsdale Road (at Scottsdale Quarter), Scottsdale, AZ
Steakhouse · Airpark · 21 tips and reviews

Laurie V.Laurie Vermillion: ELEGANT, RELAXING: Filet Mignon, Wagyu, Chilean Sea Bass, Scallops, Dom's Potatoes, Corn Creme Brulee, Mc&Chs, Bacon Brussels, Choc cake. GORGEOUS bar w piano & swimming pool w dining $80+/person

Jason P.Jason Pitt: ANYTHING bone in is AMAZING!

Debra S.Debra Savittieri: Dominick's is upscale. The food is great- prices are over the moon however. Take a few hundred dollars per 2 people! The atmosphere is worth it! Thank God my dates pay! Ha!