Top Adventures in Morristown
Hike the Wild Burro Trail
Hike 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 ...
4 miles
112 ft gain
Hike the Pipeline Canyon Trail
Starting at a little below 2,000 feet this hike takes about two hours out and back over a two-mile stretch. There is a parking lot with bathrooms at either end.For those with small members of your hiking party and two vehicles you could easily lea...
4 miles
-220 ft gain
Explore Lake Pleasant, AZ
Located 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...
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 t...
Experiencing Castle Hot Springs
The grounds of this location are absolutely incredible – food is amazing, and the hot springs are magical. Each hot spring boasts its own naturally occurring hybrid mix of minerals, which vary from place to place depending on the geology of the a...
Hike or MTB the Deem Hills Loop
Located in north Phoenix, the Deem Hills recreation area features a dog park, playground, soccer field, and trailhead leading into the neighboring hills. To begin your hike, get around the dog park by starting at the Circumference trailhead on th...
5 miles
Run at Thunderbird Park
This is a great spot to go for a quick run or a short hike if you're in North Phoenix. Thunderbird park is easily accessible with free entry and a number of picnic areas.There are 3 main hills with a variety of trail options to hike up/around eac...
2 miles
475 ft gain
Hike the Apache Wash Loop Trail
This hike begins at the Apache Wash Trailhead where you will find restrooms and a covered rest area. This loop is simple to follow and offers various shortcuts along with an access to an optional summit climb. The loop begins from the north-east e...
5.6 miles
640 ft gain
Hike the Go John Trail
As you park at the trailhead, you have the option to take this trail in either direction. I recommend that you travel north, which will immediately provide 0.75 miles of elevation gain. You will then reach a pass with panoramic views of the Tonto ...
5.6 miles
804 ft gain
Elephant Mountain Fortress Hike
This hike beings at Spur Cross Ranch in Cave Creek, which is a lush riparian area flowing with Saguaros. Starting at the trailhead, you will start this loop by hiking clockwise on Tortuga trail which will connect with the Elephant Mountain trail a...
5.5 miles
867 ft gain
Hike Mesquite Canyon Trail
This is a great place to begin your hike in the White Tank Mountains. From the Ramada Way area, the trail begins to lead steadily into a small canyon. As you get further up, the trail will begin get more steep. After a short time it leads up to...
13 miles
1394 ft gain
Hike The Shaw Butte Trail
The Shaw Butte Trail is a short loop hike that leads you to the top of Shaw Butte in the Phoenix Mountains Preserve. Beginning from the trailhead on Central Avenue, The first section of trail follows a steady uphill service road to the top. Near...
3.8 miles
700 ft gain
Nearby camping, hotels, and more
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Crown King, Arizona
Horsethief Cabin
Overview Horsethief Cabin is situated in a clearing of Ponderosa pines at an elevation of over 6,000 feet in the Bradshaw Mountains of the Prescott National Forest. The original cabin was built in ... -
Crown King, Arizona
Turney Gulch Group
Overview Turney Gulch is a remote, scenic location for groups of up to 100 people to rest under the stars and towering pines of Prescott National Forest. Site accomodates 30 vehicles or less. The s... -
Cave Creek, Arizona
Cave Creek Group Site
Overview Cave Creek Group Site is located 20 miles north of Cave Creek and Carefree, Arizona. It is a historic campground constructed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). This sit... -
Mayer, Arizona
Sycamore Cabin
Overview Sycamore Cabin provides a unique recreation opportunity and lodging experience for visitors to Prescott National Forest. In 1938, the Civilian Conservation Corps constructed the cabin, whi... -
Prescott, Arizona
Upper Wolf Creek Group
Overview Upper Wolf Creek Group Campground provides a quiet forest setting for groups of up to 100 people to camp and enjoy the outdoors. The historic town of Prescott, Arizona is just 8 miles away... -
Prescott, Arizona
Groom Creek Horse Camp
Overview Equestrian campers will find Groom Creek Horse Camp seven miles south of Prescott, Arizona at an elevation of 6,398 feet. The ponderosa pine setting, nearby trails and limited equestrian ...
