The Top 25 Hikes in Arizona
The Southwest has never looked so good.
From the Grand Canyon's desert oasis, to the trails around Phoenix and the red rock cliffs of Sedona, Arizona is full of some of the best hiking in America. Head south for a retreat from the winter cold or embrace the summer heat at one of the amazing swimming holes and waterfalls. If you're looking for one of the greatest hiking experiences of your life, backpack into Havasu Canyon and explore the many trails that are only accessible from the backcountry campground. Whatever type of hike you're chasing, Arizona has more than enough options for you.
1. Hike the Broken Arrow Trail to Chicken Point
Photo: Nick Tort
2. Hike to Beaver Falls
Photo: Gemina Garland-Lewis
3. Hike Piestewa Peak
Photo: Kevin Kaminski
4. Hike to Devil’s Bridge
Photo: Will Cebron
5. Hike to Navajo Falls
Photo: Jeremy Meek
6. Hike Tom’s Thumb
Photo: Kevin Kaminski
7. Hike the Bell Rock Trail
Photo: Kathleen Buenviaje
8. Hike to Humphreys Peak Summit
Photo: Sri Gangam
9. Hike Pinnacle Peak
Photo: Kevin Kaminski
10. Hike to Cibecue Falls
Photo: Matt Yanchek
11. Hike to Robbers Roost
Photo: Aaron Maltby
12. Hike to the Confluence of the Colorado River and Havasu Creek
Photo: Brendon Kahn
13. Hike Coal Mine Canyon
Photo: Kevin Kaminski
14. Hike to “The Crack” at Wet Beaver Creek
Photo: Brooke Van Poppelen
15. Hike the West Fork Trail
Photo: Wendy Wernet
16. Hike Cathedral Rock
Photo: Justin Ritucci
17. Hike Siphon Draw to Flatiron Summit
Photo: Kevin Kaminski
18. Summit Weavers Needle
Photo: Nick Tort
19. Hike Sedona’s Fay Canyon
Photo: Kathleen Buenviaje
20. Hike and Stargaze at SP Crater
Photo: Moe Lauchert
21. Hike up Camelback Mountain via Cholla Trail
Photo: Kevin Kaminski
22. Hike to Mooney Falls
Photo: Jeremy Meek
23. Hike Plateau Point via Bright Angel Trail
Photo: John Stambaugh
24. Hike to Hidden Valley via the Mormon Loop Trail
Photo: Kevin Kaminski
25. Hike Wildcat Trail in Monument Valley
Photo: Jared Blitz
Cover photo: Kevin Kaminski
We want to acknowledge and thank the past, present, and future generations of all Native Nations and Indigenous Peoples whose ancestral lands we travel, explore, and play on. Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly!
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