Ali Tate & Samuel Ian
Things To Do
McDowell Sonoran Preserve Gateway Trail
The perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, our location within the McDowell Mountains allows you to enjoy the many hiking, biking and walking trails in the area. Explore the Sonoran Desert and discover one of the area’s most unique attractions, the Saguaro Cactus. View these majestic plants at the resort, or tour the nearby McDowell Sonoran Preserve, which offers an introduction to this desert's ecosystem with more than 100 trails. Click here to download the trails map!
Taliesin West
Discover renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s cherished winter home and desert laboratory situated in the foothills of the scenic McDowell Mountains. Built and maintained almost entirely by Wright and his apprentices, the Taliesin West architectural marvel amidst a breathtaking desert backdrop is now home to the Taliesin Fellowship.
Camelback Mountain
Strap on your hiking shoes and explore the lands of Camelback Mountain. With an elevation of 2,704 feet, the mountain boasts scenic views of the Phoenix Valley. Its two hiking trails, Echo Canyon and Cholla, lets you discover the beautiful environment of the area, including the signature flora, the Saguaro Cactus, found only in the Sonoran Desert. Stay at CopperWynd Resort and explore the area or schedule a guided hike up the mountain!
Downtown Scottsdale
full of old country bars and amazing restaurants!