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Category: Trails

So many trails, so little time. Whether you prefer to drive, hike or ride horseback, we have a trail for you

man and woman hiking up a trail in the mountainous Arizona desert

Nobody intends to get lost while hiking but here’s how to prepare in case it happens to you

A pair of hikers spent an unplanned night in Arizona’s Superstition Mountains wilderness area and have some tips to share with other hikers.

Blog, gear, hiking, Mountains, People, Superstitions, Valley
man playing flute on mountain top

In a year of letdowns, Global Peace Warrior Ken Koshio lifted spirits atop Piestewa Peak with his inspiring music

In 2020, early morning hikers on Piestewa Peak received a spiritual boost by the inspiring sounds of taiko-style drummer Ken Koshio.

Ancestral, Blog, Hike, hiking, Mountains, People, Phoenix, Valley
Cathedral rock Sedona, AZ

Best place to photograph Sedona’s Cathedral Rock formation: Crescent Moon Picnic Site

If you want to experience the iconic views of Sedona’s Cathedral Rock formation, head to Crescent Moon Picnic Area.

Easy, Hike, hiking, Mountains, North, Rock, Sedona, Short, Water
Devil's Kitchen Sinkhole

Hike the back way to Soldiers Pass in Sedona on Cibola Pass Trail from Jordan Trailhead

If you’re looking to experience Soldiers Pass in Sedona, and want to avoid the well-known hassles of accessing the Soldiers Pass Trailhead, consider starting at Jordan Road trailhead and hiking Cibola Pass and Jordan Trail to Devil’s Kitchen sinkhole.

Hike, moderate, Mountains, North, Rock, Sedona, Short, trails
Fay Canyon red rocks

It’s hard to beat Sedona’s Fay Canyon Trail for variety and views

Few trails in the Sedona area offer as much variety with spectacular views of the famous red rock formations as Fay Canyon Trail. And it’s only about a mile long.

Hike, moderate, North, Rock, Sedona, Short
Mescal Mountain viewed from Aerie Trail

Magnificent views await you on Aerie Trail from Fay Canyon to Doe Mountain in Sedona

Aerie Trail starts out on a flat section of high desert near Sedona and leads up several switchbacks and traverses around the northern side of Doe Mountain.

Blog, Challenging, Hike, Mountains, North, Rock, Sedona
Quartz Ridge Trail #8 in Phoenix Mountains Preserve

Take an exhilarating stroll up Quartz Ridge Trail in Phoenix Mountains Preserve

Since Trail #8 in Phoenix Mountains Preserves goes right by a deposit of quartz the size of a VW Bus near the top of a ridge, it has earned the nickname Quartz Ridge Trail.

Hike, moderate, Mountains, Phoenix, Rock, Short, Valley
Thunder Mountain and Coffee Pot Rock

Hike Airport Mesa Loop for 360-degree views of Sedona’s spectacular red rock formations

Airport Mesa Loop Trail is relatively short hike with easy access to spectacular views of some of Sedona’s most notable rock formations.

Challenging, Hike, North, Rock, Sedona, Short, Vortex
Teacup Trail Sign

Tea Cup Trail is like a secret path to Soldiers Pass in Sedona

When the main Soldiers Pass trailhead parking lot is full or closed, Teacup Trail is a secret path to access one of Sedona’s most popular trails.

Hike, moderate, North Central, Rock, Sedona, Short, Vortex
Large pieces of petrified trees lie in pieces in a section of Arizona's Painted Desert

A visit to Petrified Forest National Park is like traveling millions of years back in time

In addition to large deposits of fossilized wood, Petrified Forest National Park also features ancient petroglyphs and hundreds of acres of Arizona’s jaw-dropping Painted Desert.

arizonabucketlist, Blog, Desert, North, Parks, Photography, Plants, Video

This challenging Grand Canyon hike offers an unforgettable experience with no permit required

Bright Angel Trail to Plateau Point is an exhilarating alternative to the more popular Rim to River and Rim to Rim hikes in Grand Canyon. This hike provides plenty of challenge, with spectacular views of the canyon and river. It also requires a shorter time commitment and no advance permit.

GrandCanyon, hiking, North, Video, Water
Sign at beginning of Barnhardt Trail No 43

Barnhardt Trail leads to red rock canyons, seasonal waterfalls in Arizona’s Mazatzal Wilderness Area

Barnhardt Trail near Payson, Arizona leads you into an awe-inspiring red rock canyon with seasonal waterfalls and creeks.

Central, Hike, hiking, moderate, Mountains, Water

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