There is an outhouse at the trailhead so make sure to use it before you head out for this 6-mile trek! During the beginning of this hike, you’ll be walking alongside a resort. Some say the noise from it and the road nearby can get annoying, but it seemed almost unnoticeable to us. Keep an […]
Seven Falls is one of the most popular hikes in Tucson. And it’s easy to see why. Besides being the #1 rated trail in Tucson by All Trails, it boasts seven waterfalls, incredible views, and a moderately easy hike. You can find the trail to Seven Falls (Bear Canyon Trail) in Sabino Canyon Recreation Center. […]
The trail starts ascending as soon as you walk through the visitor center. Get ready for a leg workout! The trail can get steep in some places, so make sure you wear shoes with good traction! There are lots of trail markers along the trail and signs guiding you from lookout point to lookout point […]
Before you really get started on this hike you first cross over a small bridge and pass by some historic ruins of what used to be Mayhew’s Oak Creek Lodge. These are both great spots to take pictures at. This should only take you about 2-3 hours to hike, but you’ll most likely want to […]
April 25, 2018 Cameron Jarman If high-pointing Arizona is on your bucket list, then Humphreys Peak is the trail for you! The trail leading to Humphreys Peak begins in the Snowbowl parking lot and ascends 3,343 feet up to a total elevation of 12,635 feet. To get to the very top, hikers should expect about […]
After 5 days of stressing over which way to pack what in my backpack, securing the Goldfish (a very important trail snack, FYI), and perfecting the art of rolling very big gear into super small bags, I was ready to take on the trail. The trailhead starts at Hualapai Hilltop, which is where we decided […]
Shaw Butte Trail is frequently trafficked by those who live nearby and is a moderate trail. The first mile is relatively flat, but as you round the first mountain you will make your ascent up towards Shaw Butte at an incline for the rest of the trail. The trail is well marked and easily followed […]
Length: 4.8 miles (to Maiden Pools and 12.3 miles to The Window) round trip Trail Type: Out and Back Trailhead Elevation: 2,950 ft. Gain/Loss: +1290 ft. Difficulty: Moderate Dog Friendly: No Ventana Trail is a uniquely placed hike (trailhead is located in a resort parking lot) that has tons to offer. I recommend this hike to hikers who want […]
If you want to find fall colors in Arizona then you have to act fast…like now! Peak times for those magical reds, yellows, greens, and browns typically start mid-September to mid-October. Two weeks ago my wife and I went to Locket Meadow on the Inner Basin Trail and the leaves were mostly yellow and green with […]
There are a variety of trails in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve that are fit for dogs! We have traversed just about every trail this area has to offer and have yet to be disappointed. Our very favorite trail has an amazing lookout spot that we visit frequently to watch hikers and bikers as they stroll […]
The trail begins right off of Back O’ Beyond Road. The approach is fairly short as the total hike is only a mile long. You’ll cross the junction between Cathedral Rock Trail and Easy Breezy Trail as well as a small creek before you begin your ascent. Basket cairns mark the path, and the initial […]
Telegraph Pass: Due to its proximity to a dense community of Ahwatukee Foothills houses, Telegraph Pass trail is a very popular route for both locals and tourists alike. The first third of the trail is on paved road for easy walking and weaves closer to the mountain. At the end of the pavement, hikers can […]
What is so exceptional about Butcher Jones Trail is the view as it winds along the eastern shore of Saguaro Lake. The hike begins just north of the lake’s beach; the trailhead is well marked at the southeast corner of the parking lot. The first section of the trail is wooded with mesquite trees that […]
The wilderness can seem like a daunting task for many of us to tackle. It’s huge, unknown, and often unpredictable. There are people at home right now looking on the internet trying to research a trail, figure out what gear they need and don’t need, or find a weekend hiking experience but have no idea […]