Dobbins Lookout

Category: Tourist attraction in Phoenix, Arizona

Address: Phoenix, AZ 85042, USA

Opening hours

Sunday: 5AM–7PM

Monday: 5AM–7PM

Tuesday: 5AM–7PM

Wednesday: 5AM–7PM

Thursday: 5AM–7PM

Friday: 5AM–7PM

Saturday: 5AM–7PM

Reviews

Cee Gee

Nov 1, 2022

Lots if people here on a Saturday evening enjoying the sunset and the view of the city. The road to the lookout is a winding mountain road, so take it slow if you aren't used to that. The lookout is at approximately 2300 feet elevation. The terrain is a bit rugged around the overlook, so wear sturdy shoes. Great view of the valley. It's fun to try to figure out where your house is.

Rolinda S

Nov 1, 2022

Peaceful and beautiful scenery. Coming here reminds me of my late father in law 🥰

Gary Burghart

Oct 31, 2022

Great views of phoenix. Worth the drive if you have some extra time.

Rae H

Oct 31, 2022

Nice views! A few benches to sit. Outhouse type bathroom. No sink to wash hands or anything.

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Questions & Answers

Is it open after 7pm today? Phoenix website says extended summer hours?

Sushma Tolanur | Nov 4, 2020
Jeff Crabtree (AdventureArchitect) | Jan 8, 2022

Yes

Can you go there after dark

Jaison Fruestorfer | Nov 5, 2019
Lehi Marquez | Nov 5, 2019

The road closes at 7pm but you stay as late as you want up there once your in.

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is there an entrance fee

Carlos Cabrera-Santellan | Nov 5, 2019
Vishwas Shenoy Alevoor | Nov 5, 2019

Nope it's free. Make sure you enter before 7pm. In case you are planning in the evening.

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Is this a truck or higher clearance SUV type road? Dirt? Thank you.

Shiba Girl 54 “A41,14A” Valley of The Sun | Nov 5, 2019
Faye Hamilton | Nov 5, 2019

No. You can easily drive a normal car. Paved road and parking lot

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What is the best time of day to visit?

Celeste Mueller | Dec 9, 2021
william valenzuela | Dec 9, 2021

Just before sundown bout 530pm beautiful view

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Can I go there today, Fourth of July?

Dustin Alba | Nov 4, 2021
Carla Patterson | Nov 4, 2021

Great get away.😘😘

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Can you drive up to the point or do you hike up?

E Hart | Nov 5, 2019
Helene Cruz | Nov 5, 2019

Drive..

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Is the lookout open today?

A Google User | Nov 5, 2019
Janet Krause | Nov 5, 2019

As far as I know the road to the lookout is closed to motor vehicle traffic only one Sunday per month. The recorded phone message says the park is open daily from 5AM to 7PM and makes no mention of exceptions for holidays.

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what closes about it? will the gate to drive up be locked or something

Britta Larson | Nov 5, 2019
Peggy Crawford | Nov 5, 2019

Yes there were gates.

Where should I park if I want to see the sunset at dobbin’s lookout, since it says that the park closes at 7pm?

Neha Sharma | Aug 6, 2022
DESERT WOLF | Aug 6, 2022

YOU GOT TO KEEP DRIVING TO THE TOP my g 𝓫𝓵𝓮𝓼𝓼𝓲𝓷𝓰𝓼

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Can you visit the lookout past 7pm closing time?

E C | Feb 7, 2022
Alejandro Castro | Feb 7, 2022

They close the road after 7pm

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How do you get to Dobbins Lookout? The detour doesn't provide good direction..

Cassy Kraft | Nov 4, 2021
Howard Zhu | Nov 4, 2021

Follow the detour, it will lead you the right way. I did it yesterday 10/14/2021.

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How is the drive to the top? Is it dangerous?

Tim Behrens- Lefty guitar | Nov 4, 2021
Joseph M. | Nov 4, 2021

No it really isn't roads are nice and great view

Is it possible to rent the location for a short time for a private event? Just like an hour or two?

Justyn Christensen | Nov 4, 2021
Jeremy Benwy | Nov 4, 2021

I don't actually know it's a very large public hiking trail.and a few other services.it is beautiful.i would try at encanto park I think some ramada's can be rented there.try checking city of phoenix parks.oarkband recreation department to find out .

is the park still open due to covid-19

Johnny Poland | Nov 4, 2021
Tricia B | Nov 4, 2021

The park is still open normal hours, with closure on silent Sunday

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Is the dobbins look out open already??? Or is it still on construction??

Yesy Barron | Nov 4, 2020
Tricia B | Nov 4, 2021

Dobbins Lookout has been reopened

Is the place open?

Leo | Nov 4, 2020
Tricia B | Nov 4, 2021

The park is open normal hours, note it is closed on Silent Sunday

Has it reopened?

A D | Nov 4, 2020
Jesse Anglen | Nov 4, 2020

You can drive up to the gate to it. It will still be about a quarter mile walk up the road past where it's fenced off.

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Is it open yet??

Amanda aguilar | Nov 4, 2020
MaGuadalupe Gutierrez | Nov 4, 2020

To hiking yes. But I think to go up in a car still closed.

Is south mountain open

Theresa Garcia | Nov 4, 2020
Ana Avila | Nov 4, 2020

Yes it is :)

Can I park at Dobbins Lookout overnight with an RV if I get to the parking lot before 6pm?

Cherra Mathis | Nov 4, 2020
Rex Barrong | Nov 4, 2020

No, it is a city park and there is no overnight camping in an RV.

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If you stay past 7 in a vehicle can you drive out?

Michelle Moore | Nov 4, 2020
Charles Perry | Nov 4, 2020

Yes of course

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Do their hours change Presidents Day 02/18/2019?

Jaime El ramales | Nov 5, 2019
Anna Silva | Nov 5, 2019

No

Is there another tourist attraction like this-overlooking the city but a little closer to the city?

Kenneth | Nov 5, 2019
Tony C | Nov 5, 2019

Not a mountain top but if you visit the Hyatt Hotel they have a sky high restaurant call Compass Arizona Grill. You can dine and enjoy the views while you eat.

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Looking for an easy access spot for Sunset viewing and wondering if this would be. People attending aren’t able to do long trail walking/hiking. Thanks 😊

Karen Belli | Nov 5, 2018
Wendy Draskovic | Nov 5, 2018

You can drive to the lookout, its about 4 miles up the mountain..and its not for anyone who is afraid of heights. But the payoff is a beautiful view of the city, and sunset 😁

Would I be able to go right now just to look at the view of the city

kevinwaffles | Nov 5, 2018
Cubs Fan | Nov 5, 2018

No its only open til 7pm

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Open today on Easter?

G Theresa Adams | Nov 5, 2018
Andrew | Nov 5, 2018

Yes

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When was structure built at Dobbins Lookout?

Les Copeland | Nov 5, 2018
Bob Brady | Nov 5, 2018

Between 1934 and 1937, Google NECK AZ-16

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