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Summer in Arizona: How to Stay Cool!

Summer in Arizona: How to Stay Cool!

by daniellenfairbanks | Jul 8, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Seasons, Flagstaff, Grand Canyon, Payson/ Pine/ Strawberry, Pinetop-Lakeside, Sedona, Water Hikes

Summer in Arizona: How to Stay Cool! We all know Arizona is HOT, HOT, HOT. I remember the first time I visited Arizona in summer and I could literally feel a burn on my foot between my thin flip flops and the black top. I’ve been living here for a decade now and...
Humphreys Peak: Hiking to Over 12,000 ft in Arizona

Humphreys Peak: Hiking to Over 12,000 ft in Arizona

by daniellenfairbanks | Jun 27, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Flagstaff

Humphreys Peak: Hiking to Over 12,000 ft in Arizona Looking for adventure this summer? Hiking Mt Humphreys Peak is a bucket-list feat that many Arizona adventurers aspire to. It isn’t for the faint of heart, but many can achieve it with proper preparation....
Best Swimming Holes in Sedona (2026 Guide for Summer)

Best Swimming Holes in Sedona (2026 Guide for Summer)

by daniellenfairbanks | Jun 22, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Arizona Seasons, Northern Arizona, Sedona, Water Hikes

Best Swimming Holes in Sedona (2026 Guide for Summer) If you’re visiting Sedona in the summer, finding a good swimming hole is essential. While Sedona is known for its hiking, some of the best experiences here involve cooling off in the water—whether that’s sliding...
Water Wheel Falls: The Best Summer Hike Near Payson, AZ

Water Wheel Falls: The Best Summer Hike Near Payson, AZ

by daniellenfairbanks | Jun 4, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Northern Arizona, Payson/ Pine/ Strawberry, Water Hikes

Water Wheel Falls: The Best Summer Hike Near Payson, AZ If you’re looking for a summer hike near Payson that actually gets you in the water, Water Wheel Falls should be at the top of your list. It’s one of the most popular trails in the Tonto National...
Horton Creek Trail, Arizona: The Best Creek Hike Near Payson

Horton Creek Trail, Arizona: The Best Creek Hike Near Payson

by daniellenfairbanks | Jun 4, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Northern Arizona, Payson/ Pine/ Strawberry, Water Hikes

Horton Creek Trail, Arizona: The Best Creek Hike Near Payson If you’re looking for a summer hike near Payson that checks every box — shaded, creekside, dog friendly, not too hard, and genuinely beautiful the whole way — Horton Creek Trail is it. It’s one...
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aspen corner swing directions 🍂🍁👇🏼 🚗 park at aspe aspen corner swing directions 🍂🍁👇🏼

🚗 park at aspen corner (yes, it can get busy!!)
🥾 hike about 0.4 mi down the alfa fia loop trail (wear sturdy shoes it is downhill!)
✨at about 0.4 mi you’ll see a small trail to the left with the swing!

always respect nature & leave no trace!

comment SWING for my blog post with even more details 🔗
i want to see your sunset photos 👇🏼✨ what an abso i want to see your sunset photos 👇🏼✨

what an absolutely beautiful sunset!!
7 can’t-miss hikes near phoenix, arizona 🌵 🥾 lost 7 can’t-miss hikes near phoenix, arizona 🌵

🥾 lost goldmine trail
⛰️ usery mountain
🌵 tom’s thumb trail
🌅 piestewa peak
💧 butcher jones trail
🏜️ peralta trail to fremont saddle
🌊 wave cave trail

the best time to hike near phoenix is typically october through april, when temperatures are cooler—always check current trail conditions, bring plenty of water and avoid hiking during extreme heat.

which arizona hike would you choose first? 👇
no wild horses this morning, but the hubby caught no wild horses this morning, but the hubby caught a bass 🎣

📍coon bluff recreation area, salt river

share your morning views in a photo in the comments 👇🏼

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