Piestewa Peak Trail

A view from the hiking trail along Piestewa Peak in Arizona. 

Downtown Phoenix is seen in the background. 

Piestewa Peak stands 2,610 feet at its highest point and was named in honor of Lori Ann Piestewa, the first known Native American women to be killed in combat during the Iraq War.

Cairn Rock Piles vs. Trail Markers

These cairn rock piles seem to be popping up everywhere. Here is one I came across at the end of a trail nearby. They are kind of interesting to look at but really don't see the point unless they are placed as a marker to help guide the way.

Functional art?