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You Can Hike in Two States in One Day on This Arizona Trail

Hike two states at once in Arizona and Utah on this easy trail, featuring a mind-blowing surprise at the end.

Don’t Try This One Hike in Arizona If You’re Afraid of Heights

This challenging Arizona hike features steep sections, technical climbs, and stomach-dropping views. It's not recommended for those afraid of heights.

Find 5 Bucket-List-Level Views in Arizona Without Needing to Be an Expert Hiker

Discover Arizona's most stunning overlooks. Whether you’re hiking or soaking up the views from your car, you'll be blown away!

This Scenic Arizona Trek Is Even Better in the Winter With Friends

Featuring towering Ponderosa pines covered in snow, this scenic trail is best shared with others this winter.

This Hidden Trail in Arizona Is a True Local Secret

You'll feel like you're on another planet on this undiscovered hidden hiking trail in Arizona with steep canyon walls, narrow ledges, and unique rock formations.

This Is the Most Claustrophobic Hike in Arizona—Would You Try It?

Fat Man's Pass is a claustrophobic hike Arizona that involves a tight squeeze through a narrow rock passage. It's a little scary, but also a whole lot of fun.

Uncover the Mysterious Underground World Hiding in Arizona’s Coronado National Memorial

Hidden beneath the surface of Arizona's landscape, close to the U.S.-Mexico border, is the mysterious Coronado Cave. Prepare yourself for a subterranean adventure you won't soon forget.

The Epic 6-Mile Trail in Grand Canyon National Park Is Worth the Climb

Grab your boots for this epic hiking adventure in Arizona, featuring unobstructed panoramic views of the Grand Canyon.

Dead Horse Ranch Is an Underrated Arizona State Park to Visit This Fall

Celebrate the fall with hiking, fall foliage, and a festival at Dead Horse Ranch State Park near Cottonwood.

5 Underrated National Forest Hikes in Arizona Rivaling National Park Hikes

Featuring slot canyons, waterfalls, or picturesque overlooks, these hidden gem trails are full of adventure.

This Subterranean Hike Was One of the Coolest Adventures I’ve Had in Arizona

An adventure in the dark awaits underground in the Lava River Cave, a geological wonder that formed over 700,000 years ago in Flagstaff, Arizona.

Star Parties, Moonlight Hikes, and More: Guided Nighttime Programs With Arizona State Parks

Enjoy a nighttime adventure in Arizona State Parks with star parties, moonlight hikes, and so much more. These evening programs are expert-guided and tons of fun!

The Biggest Surprise I Came Across While Hiking This Incredible Trail in Arizona

The landscape of the Granite Mountain Loop in Scottsdale surprised me! Here's what I discovered and why I think you should hike this trail, too.

This Is the Ultimate Moonlight Hike for July’s Buck Moon in Arizona

Summer night hikes are one of life's greatest joys. Add in a July Buck Moon overhead, and you're sure to have a magical experience that you'll never forget.

Adventure’s Calling: This Trail Is Ideal for Discovering Caves in Arizona

The Old Caves Crater Trail is one of the best hikes in Arizona for exploring caves built by the region's earliest inhabitants. You can actually go inside them!

Immerse Yourself in a Joshua Tree Forest in Arizona Without National Park Crowds or Fees

Discover a massive Joshua tree forest in northwestern Arizona you can visit without the fees and crowds you'd find in a national park.

You Can Both Swim and Hike on This Arizona Trail—It’s Summer Perfection

The Bell Trail is one of the best summer hikes in Arizona. It leads to a beautiful swimming hole that's perfect for cooling off in the intense heat.

My Favorite Park in Arizona Is a Little-Known Paradise for Biking

Just outside of Tucson, Sabino Canyon Recreation Area is an incredible park for riding your bike in Arizona.

Floating Down Saguaro Lake on Glowing Kayaks Is the Dreamiest Way to Spend a Night This Summer in Arizona

Offered by AZ Kayaks is an enjoyable and epic nighttime tour complete with kayaks (or paddleboards), glow sticks, and friends, on one of the most beautiful lakes in Arizona.

We Did the Research, This Is Officially the Funniest Hiking Trail Name in Arizona

The Munds Wagon, Cow Pies, and Hangover Trail is a hiking trail in Arizona with a strange name — and some of the best views in Sedona.

Explore the Least Visited Area of Grand Canyon National Park on This Hidden Gem Trail

Skip the massive crowds to explore this secluded and historic trail at the Grand Canyon. The views are simply spectacular!

Get In the Summer Spirit With Berry Picking at Mortimer Farms in Arizona

This July, visit Mortimer Farms to pick blackberries during its annual Blackberry Festival.

This Arizona Roadside Park Attraction Is Worth a Stop Just for the Views

Hike or drive among the land of this 1000-year-old lava flow, and admire the scenic sights at every turn.

I Hiked This Historic Hiking Trail in Arizona, Here’s Why I Recommend It

Along this moderately challenging trail are rock formations, spectacular mountains, desert, city views, and petroglyphs etched into rocks.

We Love Our National Parks, but This Arizona Park Is Just As Spectacular

Picacho Peak State Park is one state park that's just as spectacular as any of Arizona's three national parks.

This Peaceful, Uncrowded National Park in Arizona Is the Next Big Thing in Slow Travel

A scenic, uncrowded journey back in time to admire the intricate and impressive beauty of Mother Nature, in a relaxed way.

Weather Patterns and Fire Season in Arizona: What a Local Meteorologist Can Tell Us

To further understand wildfires and fire season in Arizona, I spoke with local meteorologist Tony Merriman, who gave some insight.

This Canyon Hike Is One of Arizona’s Most Scenic Trails

If you're in search of a memorable canyon hike in Arizona, you'll love the Cathedral Wash Trail in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.

This Northern Arizona Hike Is the Perfect Alternative to Grand Canyon’s Popular South Kaibab Trail

You can't go wrong with either of these hikes in Arizona, whether you choose the South Kaibab Trail or the Sun Valley Mine Trail.

Swim at This Iconic Refreshing Swimming Hole in Arizona for the Ultimate Outdoor Fun

At Water Wheel Falls in Payson, Arizona, you'll find a series of swimming holes to cool off on a hot day.