PHOENIX – Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. took on one of Arizona’s toughest hiking challenges over the weekend, climbing the iconic Camelback Mountain in the scorching July heat—wearing his signature blue jeans.
Kennedy was joined on the trek by his son, William “Finn” Kennedy.“With Finn atop Camelback in Phoenix this morning,” he posted on X at 11:30 a.m. local time on July 19, sharing a photo from the mountain’s summit.
Camelback Mountain, a beloved yet brutal Phoenix hiking destination, reaches 2,704 feet above sea level and is known for its steep elevation, rocky terrain, and full exposure to the sun. The City of Phoenix warns that its main trails are “extremely difficult” and should only be attempted by experienced hikers during ideal weather…