"A" Mountain (Hayden Butte Preserve)

If you really want to feel apart of the ASU campus, check out A Mountain . Go up and visit the yellow A, or even take a hike up to the very top. Either way you are engulfed in ASU culture!

Good place to exercise or catch an awesome view of the sunset and city lights. check out the giant A on the butte. Best view of the Tempe/ ASU area.

Make sure to stop and read the little tid bit of history as you climb the mountain and don't forget to take in the view . If you can check for opportunities to paint the "A" for the different events !

I run this at least 3 times a week and it is the best workout for me. Great scenery, and on a nice day it can be so therapeutic. I always walk to mill for lunch after to reward myself!

Great way to spend valentines day. Climb A mountain to the too with your lady and nice bottle of Vino . Watch the sunset from up there and your brownie points will go through the roof!!

Being so close to campus, it is an amazing hike to take to clear your head and get an amazing view of the valley! Not usually busy and a very moderate, easy hike .

easy to get on the top of A Mount. 20-30min. beautiful night view !

Go to the top right before sunset or sunrise. It is such a great view . Great trails to walk up with families or friends. Awesome to look at planes fly directly over you when your sitting at the top!

You can get a nice, steep, little hike in over here. The view is great at the top and it is a fantastic place to people watch . Not a bad place to dog watch either.

Hike this either before sunrise or sunset . One of the best views and way less energy needed then Camelback. ASU students often paint the "A" for occasions. Freshman: participate in the white wash.

Hike A Mountain during the early morning or if you are like me and don’t mind the heat do the hike during the 100+ degree temps. Bring water, a phone, and good shoes .

One of the best 360 views of Tempe after a short steep cardio climb up A mountain . It’s worth it every time!

Easy hike but offers nice views of the tempe area and is right off Mill Avenue. So after your healthy hike you can walk over to Mill and be unhealthy

Almost all freshman paint the 'A' and it's one of the ASU-specific sites that stand out. A great view of campus from the top and a relatively quick 'hike ' to the top.

If you're looking for a short , but steep hike , try "A" Mountain . The hike takes less than an hour and you get an awesome view of Tempe! I suggest going early in the morning to beat the AZ heat!

Great place for a short hike and the view at the top is beautiful! Especially around sunset , definitely worth waiting for. Very relaxing.

This is a great place to go if you are looking to go on a quick hike right around campus. My dog loves hiking here. It has such gorgeous views of the city ! I love the slight challenge it offers too.

A Mountain is a great exercise for the whole family. Please bring a bottle of water and stretch before walking up the mountain . If you have a camera , I would recommend taking it for a nice scenery.

Witness the crowning of your 2012 Homecoming Royalty on Oct. 26 at 8pm at the top of “A” Mountain . Parking will be available in the stadium structure located S. of Sun Devil Stadium and Veterans Way.

Easy hike . Best scenery of Tempe from top. Good place for running. Students paint the "A" several times a year. U of A students try to paint it red come rivalry time.

New incoming students should check this out. It is used for different things but the most entertaining is when U OF A (ASU rival) are playing and they come up and try to paint it their colors!

Climb up to the top here. It's a great hike and you'll feel invigorated. There's a great view of the city from the top, so it's worth it. Plus, it makes you have some ASU pride

At the beginning of each school year, it is painted white to commemorate the new class of students at ASU. During homecoming, there is also a lantern walk. It's a great place to see the city of Tempe.

This mountain is close to campus and offers a quick and not too strenuous hike . It is paved most of the way and there are steps you can take to the top where you can get a great view of Phoenix.

This is a great little mountain to get a quick hike in. Ladies beware though! Some of the homeless men climb up there, and some are very creepy. Make sure to keep some pepper spray by your side (just

Hands down the best views in Tempe! Easy hike for anyone, and way worth it once you get to the top. Try to participate in painting the A one year to show your school spirit!

Often frequented by ASU students. Groups of freshman often go on short hikes to the summit. Other run up it for exercise. Great views at night!

This is a great quick hike and something that all students should do before graduating. The view is awesome and does not require much of a time commitment. Painting the 'A' is a freshman tradition

A quick climb to gorgeous views of Tempe and the surrounding Valley.

During the Winter holiday season a star, a menorah, and three "wise" men on camel-back are displayed on the mountainside. At night these installations are lit and visible anywhere on Tempe campus.

A fun short hike for beginners with beautiful views . Remember to bring sunscreen if you go in the summer!

Take the hike up to the top. It is short and the view is always great. I recommend doing it with a friend and then getting a refreshment at the Starbucks on Mill after. So refreshing and fun.

Hike the mountain around sunset ! You get an amazing view of Tempe and lights just after dark.

If you go to ASU or even just live in Tempe this is a must. It's a great panoramic view of Tempe and the surrounding cities .

Best place for a quick hike around campus! Has a great view of Tempe and isn't too hard of a hike !

The view is amazing at night. Make sure you go all the way to the top.

Sometimes a little congested with people, but a PERFECT short hike if you want a quick workout. Be sure to butt slide down the A.

Easy hike . Great hike to do in between classes . The view from the top is amazing

If you decided to hike up "A" mountain , make sure you do so at night or in the early morning. Don't wanna die form heat stroke. Good view though!

Retrace the steps of all those before you as you climb to the top of A Mountain during the Lantern Walk on Oct. 26 at 8pm.

What a nice hike and view ! & after it's a quick walk to Mill Ave. to great food and drinks!

Fun fact: In 1952, a bomb blast destroyed the letter "A" on the mounatin. The present "A" stands 60 feet tall and was built of reinforced steel and concrete in 1955.

Great for a quick hike if you don't have time for Camelback. Sunset is the best.

I love this place!! The view is amazing and is perfect for a quick hike .

Come here in the morning before the heat for a great view and easy hike !

If you can't get tickets to the concerts at Tempe Beach Park , then hike up A mountain for a larger then life concert experience for free!

Want a workout but dont want to go to far to do it.. Hike "A" mountain a couple times. Try even running it!

Take a refreshing hike up the mountain and relax taking in a perfect view of the city . The "A" changes colors throughout the year.

Good hiking place be sure to bring water. Good place to view phx area and phx airport

Went up north side of mountain for geology class . Refreshing hike . Fun fact: The mountain is made up of maroon and gold rock. How awesome is that?