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PSC 4 TEAM Piestewa Peak Start

A team registration includes registration for up to 10 hikers, and will include dinner at the UROCK Festival for each team member and event tee shirts. The participant that purchases a team entry must submit full names, tee shirt sizes, and completed waivers from each participant to psc@phoenix.gov.

Helpful "How-To" Tips for Registration
Set Up Your Account Now. Make sure your Phoenix Parks and Recreation Registration Account is set-up in advance.

Review the Challenge Options. Challenges are separated by the number of summits and by starting location. Please, log into your account and review PSC options before the registration date.

Use the "Wish List". Add items to your "Wish List" prior to the start of registration for the fastest possible registration experience. Using the "Wish List" does not reserve a registration spot, it only earmarks the item so that you can quickly select the "Add to Cart" option once the registration window begins.

The Day of Registration. Give yourself ample time to sign into your account and open your saved "Wish List" before the beginning of registration; locate the area of the page which the "Add to Cart" button will appear in the "Actions" column; locate the live countdown timer for the "Add to Cart" button; once available, select the "Add to Cart" button and begin the check-out process. Registration is first-come-first-serve and will fill extremely quickly.

The Phoenix Summit Challenge (PSC)

Our nationally recognized hiking event is calling you to put your physical stamina and mental strength to the test. Whether you are pushing yourself to the limits in the PHX7, ramping things up in the PHX5, tackling your first PSC in the PHX4, or you are proving there are no barriers you cannot overcome in the PHX All Abilities, there is a challenge waiting for you. The Phoenix Summit Challenge isn't about finishing 1st, it is about finding the challenge within yourself and inspiring others to reach for new heights.

Start Time: 7:00 a.m. (Arrive 15-20 minutes prior to start time.)
Distance: 11.90 miles
Elevation Gain: 3489 ft
Completion Time Limit: Must start final ascent by 4:50 p.m.

Transportation will be provided at South Mountain from AC Complex to Ranger and Alta trails. For more information on shuttle service, see PSC passport.

Trail List: (To be completed in-order.)
- Piestewa Peak Summit Trail @ Piestewa Peak Trailhead
- Mohave Trail @ Phoenix Mountains Preserve at Piestewa Peak
- Ranger Summit @ AC Complex/Shuttles to 5 Tables at SMP
- Dobbins Lookout Summit (Holbert) @ SMP Activity Complex.

The UROCK Festival, held at the South Mountain Park/Preserve Activity Complex, invites challenge goers to celebrate the accomplishments of the day with live music (DJ from 1:00pm to 5:00 p.m. and bands playing from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.). Kick off those hiking shoes, enjoy a delicious dinner and a cold beverage. The festival will begin at 1:00 p.m. and will conclude at 10:00 p.m. Guests are welcome, additional dinner tokens can be purchased at the Mandatory Bag Pick-Up & Expo, a limited number of additional dinner and beer tokens will also be available the day of the event.

Additional PSC Information:

It will fill up quickly! Phoenix Summit Challenge is an extremely popular event, and though we would love to allow everyone who is interested to participate, we must put limitations on the number of participants to ensure the safety of the event. The event has historically filled to capacity within moments of the start of registration. We apologize in advance to anyone who is unable to participate, and we strongly recommend that you review the registration tips listed above.
Registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable. Due to the popularity of the event and limited number of available spots in each challenge, all registrations are strictly first-come-first-serve, non-refundable, and non-transferable.
This is a rain or shine event. The Phoenix Summit Challenge is an outdoor event that is susceptible to environmental conditions that are often unpredictable and can change quickly. Please review weather conditions as we near the event date, and plan accordingly.

Information Sessions. Join us on Monday, October 12th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Just Roughin’ It Adventure company (10880 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ, 85028) or Monday, October 19th from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Arizona Hiking Shack (3244 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ, 85018). Park Rangers and Park Steward volunteers will be there to share safe hiking practices, helpful gear, and tips for the day of. This is also a good time to learn about what to expect for the trails you signed up for and get trail passports and maps.
Mandatory Bag Pick-Up. Join us on Saturday, November 14th from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Arizona Hiking Shack (3244 E. Thomas Rd) or Wednesday, November 18th from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m at the Just Roughin’ It Adventure company (10880 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ, 85028) for the mandatory Bag Pick-Up & Expo. This will be your opportunity to pick-up your official event tee shirt, parking wristband(s), and other important event information. Additionally, you can visit promotional booths from some of our great sponsors and purchase extra meals for guests that you are bringing to the UROCK Festival.

The PSC community is making a difference. We take the stewardship of our 41,000 acres of Phoenix preserves very seriously. It is through events like PSC that we are able to ensure that our 200 miles of trails are safe, accessible, and remain one of city's most beloved resources. We appreciate the support of the hiking community, we could not do it without you. All proceeds generated by PSC will go towards the Phoenix Parks Foundation Trails Fund. To learn more you can visit phoenixparksfoundation.org.

If you have questions or would like to speak with the PSC Team, please email at psc@phoenix.gov and we will work to get back with you as quickly as possible.

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Health and Fitness