The city of Phoenix is one step closer to implementing new rules for closing hiking trails at South Mountain Park /Preserve during extreme heat. The Phoenix Parks and Recreation Board unanimously ...

The Phoenix Parks and Recreation Board voted unanimously on Thursday to keep more trails inside South Mountain Park and Preserve open, even when the National Weather Service declares an extreme ...

With temperatures in Phoenix already reaching triple-digits twice in 2025, the city is being proactive by updating its Trail Heat Safety Program to keep hikers safe.

With triple-digit temperatures back in the forecast, it’s a reminder to prepare ahead when planning a hike and to think about ...

Phoenix leaders are considering closing fewer hiking trails during the extreme heat. The city’s Parks and Recreation Board will discuss two options for South Mountain Park on Thursday evening.

PHOENIX - A few select trails at South Mountain will close from 8 a.m. to ... It's a decision that doesn't restrict access to the entire park, but some outdoor fanatics still think it's a bad ...

Phoenix Fire spoke against several trails at South Mountain Park to remain open during extreme heat advisory days. This was ...

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Three hikers were rescued from Pinnacle Peak in Scottsdale Friday in two separate incidents. Technical ...