Signal Hill Petroglyphs Hike At a Glance

Location:

Saguaro National Park, Arizona

Coordinates:

32° 17’23.94”N, 111° 12’32.15”W

Time:

30 minutes

Length:

0.2 miles round trip

Trail Condition

Class 1 (Trail is either paved or gravel. Navigation skills are not needed because there is only one trail or because there are signs. Elevation gains are gradual or there are stairs.)

Description:

The hike to Signal Hill Petroglyphs is very short but rewarding. Atop the hill, you will find several petroglyphs created by the Hohokam Indians between 700 and 1300 years ago. Signal Hill is surrounded by saguaro cacti, from which Saguaro National Park gets its name.

Fees:

Entrance fee

Appropriate for Scouts:

Yes

Trip Dates:

Most Recent: June 22, 2000

Things To Do In
Saguaro National Park

Hiking:

• Signal Hill Petroglyphs Hike