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After crossing the finish line of a local running race, my wife was given this cute little tube of hydration tabs that looked a lot like the Airborne tablets used to fight colds and whatnot. In fact, when she brought them home I asked her why a race would give her cold medicine to which […]
Have you ever been annoyed by the amount of trash you see while hiking a trail? Have you ever witnessed someone carving “I heart blank” into the delicate bark of an aspen? Have you ever had to step over human feces because someone decided to drop trow in the middle of the trail? I think […]
*Note*: This article was written first as a guest post I submitted to www.hikingthetrail.com. Adam Nutting, the creator of Hiking the Trail, shares a wealth of knowledge on his site and I highly encourage you to check out what he has to offer! As the weather begins to shift from summer to fall it is […]
by Cameron Jarman on April 15, 2015 Back in January I completed my first solo backpacking trip of the year. It was a short overnight trip in the snow dusted Superstition Mountains and was simply a beautiful experience. Although the trip was a huge success with great memories and some much needed solitude, in the […]
by Cameron Jarman on April 30, 2015 When you here people talk about “hiking Camelback” Echo Canyon Summit Trail is typically the trail they are referring to. This jewel in the heart of the Arizona urban sprawl is a fantastic anaerobic workout for anyone who is looking for a new way to get their heart […]
by Cameron Jarman on May 17, 2015 The Verde Valley was home to hundreds, even thousands, of ancient inhabitants and the remains of their societies are still intact for us to explore and learn today. There are hundreds of “cavates” carved by hand out of sandstone that litter the cliffs descending on the Verde River. […]
by Cameron Jarman on March 21, 2015 Sabino Canyon is one of the most popular and spectacular canyons in the Santa Catalina wilderness. This canyon is home to Hutch’s Pool and has plenty to offer including mountain vistas, beautiful red rock, desert flora and fauna, and a large flowing creek. The canyon and creek can […]
by Cameron Jarman on March 28, 2015 with 3 Comments The South Kaibab Trail is one of the most incredible hiking experiences of my lifetime. This well worn path leads thousands of travelers down the steep canyon walls and onto the canyon floor where it meets the mighty Colorado River. … Read More Hikes Desert, […]
by Cameron Jarman on May 23, 2015 with No Comments This short but sweet trail leads hikers to natural waterfalls and is best if hiked right after a rainstorm. Massacre Falls has been given it’s name from legends of murders between Apache and Mexican families that occupied the Superstition Mountain range … Read More Featured, Hikes […]
by Cameron Jarman on April 26, 2015 with 1 Comment The Second Water Trail is a brisk, mostly flat hike to a reliable water source in the Superstition Mountains. During the hike you will see typical Sonoran Desert flora and fauna. The Second Water Trail is a nice wide trail … Read More Hikes Cactus, […]
by Cameron Jarman on July 25, 2015 with No Comments Length: 15.2 miles (round trip to Dutchman’s Trail and back) Trailhead Elevation: 1677 Gain/Loss: +618 Difficulty: 3.5 Rating: 3.5 Solitude: 3 Trail Description Note: For a shorter day hike (around 8 miles) feel free to visit Boulder Canyon Trail to … Read More Featured, Hikes […]
by Cameron Jarman on May 23, 2015 with No Comments This short but sweet trail leads hikers to natural waterfalls and is best if hiked right after a rainstorm. Massacre Falls has been given it’s name from legends of murders between Apache and Mexican families that occupied the Superstition Mountain range … Read More Featured, Hikes […]
by Cameron Jarman on March 12, 2015 The Esperero Canyon Loop Trail is located in the Santa Catalina Mountain Range in Tucson. This is a long, hot, steep loop hike that has fantastic views with a refreshing surprise to end the 22 mile loop. Length: 22.0 miles round trip Elevation: 2800 Gain/Loss: ~2700 Difficulty: 4 Rating: […]