During my Arizona road trip, I completed some hikes, and the Cathedral Rock Trail had to be the most challenging. This one is intense! It is not for everyone to try. If you have heart issues, asthma, or breathing issues, I wouldn't recommend this hike to you. However, you can go as far as your body will allow, as you are using your hands and feet to climb steep rock formations, and you are scaling them because they can be slick after rain and because they are smooth. There are white markings to help you take the best, most efficient route to the top. If you make it up to the very top, you will have beautiful views, and there is an even further climb up if you venture to the left of the 'End of Trail' sign. I show you what it looks like in the video. Phone connection was in and out, so I had to resort to still photos at times, but I gave you good insight into what you can expect on this one. Come early and bring water. I always carry a backpack with water among my other things.
It was a beautiful morning, not too hot at all. I started at 9:30AM and finished the hike about an 1 hr later, but I did stay at the top for a while to take in the views after reaching the 'End of Trail' sign. I came on a Monday, so parking was open and available after waiting a bit for someone to leave. A free shuttle is available Thursdays through Sundays, but the parking lot is closed at the trailhead. If you come on Monday through Wednesday, you can pay the fee at the kiosk to park or display your America the Beautiful pass for free access to the hike.
In the video below, I show you this hike's path, the white markings that will assist you on your hike, and the view at the top after your hard work and dedication.
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