Need a break from Arizona’s heat? Look no further than Willow Springs Lake, about 30 miles east of Payson on the Mogollon Rim.
Tag: Rock
Only in a place like Arizona does rock deserve its own category. We’ve got millions of years worth of rock to show you.
Gaze into pine-studded canyons at the end of this long, flat hike from Willow Springs Trailhead
If you’re looking for a nice, long hike with beautiful scenery on the Mogollon Rim, set out on the trail from Willow Springs Trailhead near the Sinkhole Campground.
Petroglyphs and a waterfall among the many treasures you’ll discover on the short, easy hike to Keyhole Sink near Flagstaff
Keyhole Sink is a unique site near Flagstaff with petroglyphs and a seasonal waterfall that’s fairly easy to get to.
This mellow hike to Lost Ranch ruins in Phoenix South Mountain Park is just right
Not too easy; not too hard: At three miles in length, the relatively short and moderately-pitched trail to Lost Ranch is just right.
Walk in the footsteps of ancient Anasazi people at Rock Art Ranch near Winslow
Rock Art Ranch is a unique natural wonder about 20 miles southeast of Winslow. The highlight is a collection of some of the oldest petroglyph rock art discovered on Earth.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Conquer the short, steep Cathedral Rock Trail in Sedona for spectacular views of red rock landscape
Cathedral Rock Trail in Sedona isn’t long, but it’s steep. It’s a challenge getting to the top of the trail, and the views are so worth it.