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Category: Mountains

Arizona Snowbowl Ski Area celebrates longest season in history

Higher than average snowfall in Fall, Winter and Spring helped make the 2018-19 ski season the longest ever for Arizona Snowbowl.

Blog, Mountains, Weather
Snow blankets the rugged landscape of Sedona, AZ

A look back at Arizona’s epic winter storm of 2019

Arizona was already on track for an above average winter in the precipitation department. Then a massive storm swept in on Wednesday, February 20. It hovered over the state for nearly three days, dumping record amounts of rain and snowfall.

Blog, Mountains, Plants, Water, Weather
Water trickles over rocks with petroglyphs on Hieroglyphic Trail

Hike Hieroglyphic Trail #101 for an easy path to petroglyphs and waterfalls in the Superstition Mountains

Two of the most exciting things to find when you’re on the trails of Arizona are rock art (aka petroglyphs) and waterfalls. If you hike Hieroglyphic Trail in the Superstition Mountains at the right time of year, you’ll likely find both.

Ancestral, Easy, Hike, hiking, Mountains, Rock, Superstitions, Valley

Stunning beauty exists deep in the shallow coves of Canyon Lake

Canyon Lake is one of Arizona’s beautiful gems. If you want to gain a true appreciation for this spectacular oasis on the edge of the desert, you have to paddle back into the shallow coves.

arizonabucketlist, Drive, Kayaking, Mountains, Photography, Plants, Rock, Superstitions, Water
Phoenix South Mountain Pima Canyon trailhead sign

South Mountain Park Pima Canyon Trailhead extreme makeover expands access, improves experience

In recent years, the Pima Canyon parking area and trailhead in South Mountain Park has become quite popular with hikers … More

Bike, Blog, Hike, Mountains, Parks, Phoenix, Valley
Man hiking through tunnel through boulders

Best short hike in Phoenix: Mormon Trail to Hidden Valley and Fat Man’s Pass in South Mountain Park

If you’re in Phoenix for just a short time and need a quick fix of nature on one of the city’s legendary trails, the Mormon Trail to Hidden Valley hike may be just the thing for you.

Ancestral, Hike, Mountains, Parks, Phoenix, Photography, Plants, Reviews, Tourism, Valley
waterfall cascades down a rock face

The secret to chasing waterfalls on Camelback Mountain in Phoenix

Camelback Mountain is one of the most recognizable mountains in Arizona. What’s rarely seen are the post-storm waterfalls that run off of rocky crags on the west end of the mountain when it rains hard.

Mountains, Phoenix, Photography, Rock, Valley, Video, Water, Weather

Petroglyph rock art in South Mountain Park provides evidence of ancestral Hohokam life

South Mountain Park in Phoenix is home to thousands of petroglyphs left behind primarily by people of the Hohokam culture. Discover where you can see them in this post.

Ancestral, Mountains, Parks, Rock

Morning rain shower douses the desert, leaving fresh water for a lucky lizard

It doesn’t always rain in the Arizona desert but when it does, plants and animals really love it.

Mountains, Photography
Silhouette of hikers on mountain peak

Ultimate interactive guide to Phoenix Desert Preserves and Mountain Parks

You don’t have to go to the Grand Canyon to experience the natural beauty of Arizona. There are plenty of wonders to see right in the city of Phoenix. Check out this interactive guide.

Blog, Mountains, Parks, Phoenix, Tourism, Valley
Weavers Needle rock formation rises above surrounding landscape

Legend says shadow of Weavers Needle points way to gold in Superstition Mountains

Set in the rugged desert landscape of the Superstition Mountains,  Weavers Needle is an erosional remnant column of rock that forms a distinctive peak visible for many miles around.

Mountains, Photography, Rock, Superstitions
Arizona Trail sign near Roosevelt, AZ

Two men, one mission: Hike the entire 800-mile Arizona National Scenic Trail

On the third weekend of May 2018, two men completed their quests to hike the entire 800-mile Arizona National Scenic Trail (AZT). Each started at different times and in different places. They finished in different spots too.

Blog, Camping, hiking, Mountains, People, Photography, Plants, Water, Weather

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