Arizona has no shortage of beautiful views, so why not enjoy a hike outside while the temperatures are nice? Natural arches and bridges are usually associated with Utah’s most remote areas, but you can find a good number throughout Arizona, too. Plus, some of these are easy to reach! Let’s take a look at some arches and bridges that can be accessed through short hikes that can easily be done before lunchtime. Looking for some of the best hikes in Arizona? Look no further!

1. Arch Canyon Trail
Arch Canyon Trail, Arizona 85321, USA
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This is a short, easy hike with beautiful views of this remote canyon in Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument in southern Arizona. The arch looks small from afar but it’s actually huge, measuring 700 feet in length!

Trail length: 1.2 miles round trip
Hike information: National Park Service
2. Chiricahua Natural Bridge
Chiricahua Natural Bridge, Willcox, AZ 85643, USA
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Unfortunately, we couldn’t find any useable photos of this lovely bridge in Chiricahua National Monument, but check out the link below to see some lovely views! This trail is under five miles long and does have some steep inclines, but the views in this quiet section of the park are worth it.

Trail length: 4.8 miles round trip
Hike information: Hike Arizona
3. Devil’s Bridge
Devil's Bridge Trail, Arizona 86336, USA
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This incredibly popular destination near Sedona is actually one of the most heavenly sights you’ll find in the area. There are actually a couple different trails you can take to get to the bridge, so decide if you want to endure steep inclines to make it to the top of the bridge or take an easier trail to see the bridge from below. You can read more about the hike in one of our previous articles.

Hike information: U.S. Forest Service
4. Hole-in-the-Rock
Hole in the Rock, 625 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008, USA
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This could barely be considered a trail but the views here are spectacular and it is the easiest trail on this list. Hole-in-the-Rock is located in Papago Park in Phoenix that shows off lovely views of this area of Phoenix, perfectly framed by the rock.

Trail length: .2 miles one way
Hike information: City of Phoenix
5. Tonto Natural Bridge
Tonto Natural Bridge State Park, Nf-583A, Pine, AZ 85544, USA
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The world’s largest travertine bridge sits in central Arizona, hidden away in the pines of the Mogollon Rim. You’ll find multiple trails leading to the bridge, each showing off their own unique version of the natural area. Keep in mind that a seasonal waterfall and creek flows here, so watch out for slippery areas!

Hike information: Arizona State Parks
6. Vultee Arch
Vultee Arch Trailhead, Sedona, AZ 86336, USA
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Found a short distance from Devil’s Bridge in Sedona, the trail to Vultee Arch is slightly less crowded than that for Devil’s Bridge but it’s no less beautiful. This trail is also easier on the knees and easy to follow for beginners.

Trail length: 1.75 miles one way
Hike information: U.S. Forest Service

Want to check out more incredible hiking trails? If you love history, you’ll want to check out These 9 Arizona Hiking Trails Lead To Some Incredible Pieces Of History. Those are also some of the best hikes in Arizona, and we think you’ll love them as much as we do.

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Best Hikes in Arizona

Tori Jane | February 28, 2022

What are some great easy hikes in Arizona?  

Arizona is home to more than 3,000 trails and at least a third of those are actually quite easy. They’re great for beginners or just for those days when even seasoned hikers feel like taking it easy, and they’re just as scenic as any of the more difficult hikes throughout the state. Some of our favorite easy hikes in Arizona include the world-famous Horseshoe Bend Trail, which leads hikers to one of Arizona’s most iconic and most-photographed landscapes and is just one and a half miles long. Sedona is an incredibly popular destination for hikers and spiritualists alike, and it’s home to many short but incredible trails, like the Seven Sacred Pools via Soldier’s Pass trail, a one-mile trek through legendary Sedona cliffs with views to die for, and the Devils Kitchen Trail, which isn’t even a half-mile long. While you’re in northern Arizona be sure to also check out Oak Creek Trail, which is breathtaking and spans just over a mile.  

What are some amazing scenic hikes in Arizona?  

Arizona might just be one of the most scenic places in the world. It’s almost impossible to decide which scenic hikes are the “best,” but it’s easy to list many right off the bat without much thought. Arizona is home to some of the most amazing hikes in the world, like the dangerous but rewarding Bright Angel Trail within the Grand Canyon. Another is the awe-inspiring Birthing Cave Trail in Coconino National Forest, which is a sacred site featuring amazing panoramic views of the surrounding wilderness. In the Superstition Wilderness, you can do the Wave Cave Trail, which is more than just cacti and caves – it's an absurdly scenic hike filled with wonder and a lost mine! If you prefer to stay near Phoenix or the metro area, no worries; there are plenty of scenic urban hikes to take part in. Check out the Double Butte Loop Trail, at Papago Park, or the Big Butte Loop in the same place. Check out this list of 12 awesome Arizona hikes – one for each month of the year.  

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