Tucked into a small valley of South Mountain Park on the opposite side of Phoenix proper is a little known ruins site that has generated all sorts of urban myths. I think I uncovered the truth.
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Category: Trails
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Best hiking trails for kids in Arizona
If you’re looking for ways to introduce your kids to hiking, it’s important to start them on trails that appeal to them. Thankfully, numerous trails around Arizona meet these kid-friendly requirements.
First ever Arizona Trail Thru-Hiker Survey sheds light on who hikes AZT and how they go about it
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The first annual AZT thru-hiker survey results are finally in! A huge thanks to everyone who…
Fossils in a rock along Bright Angel Trail in Grand Canyon provide evidence prehistoric life once roamed here
Every day, hundreds of people hike one of the most popular trails in Grand Canyon National Park and don’t even see the signs of prehistoric life left behind on a trailside rock.
Hieroglyphic Trail an easy path to petroglyphs and waterfalls in the Superstition Mountains
Two of the most exciting things to find when you’re out hiking the trails of Arizona are rock art (aka petroglyphs) and waterfalls. If you set out on Hieroglyphic Trail at the foot of the Superstition Mountains at the right time of year, you’ll likely find both.
Top 10 AZ Wonders blog posts of 2018
Our annual look back at the posts that were most viewed by thousands of Arizona fans.
Challenging Wave Cave Trail is an Arizona favorite for pictures
Wave Cave is one of the most photographed natural wonders in Arizona. Find out how to take your own wave cave pictures, get trailhead directions and a permit.
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
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.
Video: 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.
Clearly Filtered self-filtering canteen review from the Grand Canyon
Having enough drinkable water can mean life or death when you’re exploring the hot, dry deserts of Arizona. The self-filtering Clearly Filtered canteen can you help you convert almost any water source into drinkable water.
When temperatures rise, locals flock to the Crack swimming hole on Wet Beaver Creek near Sedona
Named for a sizable gap between two large sections of red rock this part of Arizona is famous for, “The Crack” is a magnificent visual display.
