Mayer, Arizona
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Prescott, Arizona
Hike Lynx Lake
4.83.52 mi / 182 ft gainStarting at the parking lot, you will have to pay your dues prior to beginning your hike. You will immediately be met with fresh air and refreshing summer temperatures. A short decent down will lead you to the first trail marker, which the 55-acre lake becomes the centerpiece of your view. At thi...Read more -
Black Canyon City, Arizona
Hike the Badger Spring Wash Trail
3.54 miBadger Spring Wash is a dry stream bed most of the year. This trail starts from the Badger Spring Trailhead just off Route 17 north from Phoenix. The trail follows the stream bed, sometimes in or along side for 1.5 miles. At about one mile, you reach the spring and a good amount of water which is...Read more -
Prescott, Arizona
Camp at Watson Lake in Prescott
3.0Camping sites are only available in the summer months but the park is explorable year round! Watson Lake is a very unique place, in a state primarily made up of sandstone lies a lake surrounded by uniquely shaped Granite Boulders, excellent for hiking, rock climbing and photographing! Be sure to ...Read more -
Black Canyon City, Arizona
Explore Pueblo La Plata
0.25 miPueblo La Plata is the largest ancient Indian ruin in Agua Fria National Monument and dates back to before 1200 A.D. The ruin at one time had 80 to 90 rooms for living quarters. Now the sight seems like just a pile of rubble. However there is significant research continuing on the mesa of Agua Fr...Read more -
Yavapai County, Arizona
Explore Montezuma's Castle National Monument
4.6Montezuma Castle is actually one of the United State's first National Monuments. This five story 50 room cliff dwelling is one of the best preserved in all of North America. There is a short interpretive walk along the cliff in which one can see the many remnants of the previous inhabitants.The S...Read more -
Clarkdale, Arizona
Hike the Tuzigoot Trail
4.50.5 mi / 55 ft gainSpend a couple of hours to discover the incredible legacy of an ancient people at Tuzigoot National Monument. Start at the Visitor Center, then take a self-guided, half mile loop trail that will lead around and through an incredible 110 room pueblo. The large building was home to the Sinagua peo...Read more -
Morristown, Arizona
Hiking in Hells Canyon Wilderness
Spanning 9,951 acres of backcountry a few miles northwest of Lake Pleasant and about 25 miles north of Phoenix, Hells Canyon Wilderness area offers a quick way to escape into an untamed swath of desert that’s more paradise than purgatory.I have to say, this entire trail is 36.3 miles (and is tec...Read more -
Yavapai County, Arizona
Verde Hot Springs
3.32.46 mi / 118 ft gainThe pools at the Verde Hot springs are the remnants from an old resort built in the 1920's. The resort was a once thriving tourist attraction and also rumored to be one of Al Capone's hideouts. In the 1960's a fire destroyed the resort only leaving behind the foundation and the thermal pools al...Read more -
Yavapai County, Arizona
Hike to Montezuma's Well
5.00.5 mi / 117 ft gainThis trail takes you to the rim of Montezuma Well, a massive collapsed limestone sinkhole. The springs at the bottom of the sinkhole feed a large pond which supports a unique aquatic habitat in this dry landscape. Scientists are still baffled as to the origin headwaters of the water within this c...Read more -
Pine, Arizona
Fossil Creek Falls
4.82.42 mi / 328 ft gainThe journey is definitely worth it! Don't let the description discourage you from visiting here. This is simply to help you be prepared so that you can enjoy this wonderful place as safely as possible! Fossil Creek Rd can only be accessed from Camp Verde via FH 9 (Hwy 260) and FR 708 due to road...Read more -
Morristown, Arizona
Explore Lake Pleasant, AZ
5.0Located just 30 minutes from the outskirts of Phoenix, AZ lies a 10,000 acre desert oasis known as Pleasant Lake Regional Park. This expansive body of water serves as a great opportunity to beat the heat of the central Arizona sun, while taking in the beauty of the vivid blue waters and surroundi...Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Hiking Kisva Trail in Red Rocks State Park
4.01.3 mi / 62 ft gainThis easy hike features a lovely creek and the beautiful red rocks of Sedona! This is a flat, shady, 1.3 mi hike and follows Oak Creek for a portion. Beautiful spots to stop and have a picnic or just relax and watch the birds. Lots of signage, and great to do with kids of all ages. If you’r...Read more -
Morristown, Arizona
Hike the Wild Burro Trail
4 mi / 112 ft gainHike along the shoreline of beautiful Lake Pleasant. This 4.0 mile out-and-back trail is worth its weight in beautiful views. The path is well maintained and perfect for beginner hikers who enjoy leisurely hikes while looking for wild burros. The Wild Burro trail starts with a small descent from ...Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Hike the Baldwin Trail
3.3 mi / 105 ft gainAs with most areas in Sedona, you will need to have purchased a Red Rock Pass to park at the trailhead, which is located just south of Verde Valley Road. The trailhead, starting at an elevation of 3,950 feet, is well marked and the trail is defined. You have an option to either hike clockwise or ...Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Explore Crescent Moon Ranch
Crescent Moon Ranch was established in the 1880's, and now serves as a day use facility for the U.S. Forest Service. It lies on Oak Creek directly below Cathedral Rock, one of the most iconic towering monuments in Sedona. The ranch is beautiful, and is popular for picnic's, swimming, hiking, and ...Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Hike the Oak Creek Trail
4.51.1 mi / 26 ft gainGreat, short hike in Red Rock Crossing. Make sure to check out the hundreds of cairns at Buddha Beach. Beautiful views of Cathedral Rock. Lots of places to relax and have lunch, with picnic tables near the parking lot. Lots of parking, good amount of shade down near the creek. Good for all sk...Read more