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.
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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.
Naturally occurring hole in trailside rock offers unique perspective of Pinnacle Peak in Scottsdale
This and so many more spectacular views await anyone who ventures out on the Pinnacle Peak hiking trail.
This remote location in Verde River Valley helps protect ancient ruins of Mindeleff Cavate cliff dwellings
Compared to many national parks that feature smooth asphalt roads with large parking lots and visitor centers, Mindeleff Cavates ruins are relatively inaccessible. That may be a good thing because the ancient dwelling site is very well preserved.
Soak in peace and tranquility at Ribbon Falls in Grand Canyon National Park
Ribbon Falls should be near the top of a list of things to see for anyone planning a hike on the North Kaibab trail in Grand Canyon National Park.
Hiking Grand Canyon rim to rim: Good, bad and ugly
We had many memorable experiences on our Grand Canyon rim to rim hike. Three in particular fit nicely into the categories good, bad and ugly. See what they are…
Ford Canyon in the White Tank Mountains is loaded with natural wonders
If you’re in search of a hike with amazing natural wonders that’s not too far from Phoenix, Ford Canyon Trail … More
Arizona’s Kaiser Hot Spring is good medicine
Kaiser Spring Wash is a scenic, moderate hike that’s close enough to do as a day trip from the Phoenix area. Bonus: There’s a mineral-rich hot spring to soak in. Get directions and tips to make the most of the experience.
Fall color explodes on Oak Creek West Fork Trail in Sedona
A stroll up Oak Creek’s west fork offers one of the best hiking experiences in Sedona – an area already known as a hiker’s paradise. Steep canyon walls and shade trees make this a perfect trail if you’re looking to avoid the heat of the Arizona sun.
Could Piestewa Peak have an identity crisis?
If a mountain could experience an identity crisis, Piestewa Peak (aka Squaw Peak) would be high risk. Originally named Squaw … More