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Blue Ridge Reservoir, Arizona: The Complete Guide (Kayaking, Camping & More)

Blue Ridge Reservoir, Arizona: The Complete Guide (Kayaking, Camping & More)

by daniellenfairbanks | May 28, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Northern Arizona, Payson/ Pine/ Strawberry, Water Hikes

Blue Ridge Reservoir, Arizona: The Complete Guide (Kayaking, Camping & More) If you’re looking for a summer destination in Arizona that feels nothing like Arizona, Blue Ridge Reservoir needs to be on your list. Tucked up on the Mogollon Rim about 2.5 hours...
The Crack at Wet Beaver Creek Hike Guide (Sedonaโ€™s Hidden Swimming Hole)

The Crack at Wet Beaver Creek Hike Guide (Sedonaโ€™s Hidden Swimming Hole)

by daniellenfairbanks | May 25, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Northern Arizona, Water Hikes, Water Hikes

The Crack at Wet Beaver Creek Hike Guide (Sedonaโ€™s Hidden Swimming Hole) ***updated march 2026 Summer in Arizona means it is time for water hikes and swimming! The Crack at Wet Beaver Creek is one of the best swimming hole hikes near Sedona, Arizona, known for its...
Fossil Springs Arizona: Complete Guide to Hiking & Permits

Fossil Springs Arizona: Complete Guide to Hiking & Permits

by daniellenfairbanks | May 21, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Northern Arizona, Payson/ Pine/ Strawberry, Water Hikes

Fossil Springs Arizona: Complete Guide to Hiking & Permits Fossil Springs is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Arizona, known for its crystal-clear blue water, lush canyon scenery, and refreshing swimming spots tucked deep in the Coconino National Forest....
Devil’s Bridge Sedona: Trail Guide, Parking & What to Expect

Devil’s Bridge Sedona: Trail Guide, Parking & What to Expect

by daniellenfairbanks | Apr 28, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Sedona

Devil’s Bridge Sedona: Trail Guide, Parking & What to Expect Sedona, Arizona is known for it’s stunning red rock trails, quaint town, “vortexes,” and warm climate. One of my favorite things about hiking in Sedona is how many COOL features...
Fay Canyon Arch Hike in Sedona: Trail Guide + Secret Arch Location

Fay Canyon Arch Hike in Sedona: Trail Guide + Secret Arch Location

by daniellenfairbanks | Apr 21, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Sedona

Fay Canyon Arch Hike in Sedona: Trail Guide + Secret Arch Location Sedona, Arizona is known for it’s stunning red rock trails, quaint town, “vortexes,” and warm climate. One of my favorite things about hiking in Sedona is how many COOL features there...
Experience Mother Nature’s Humor at The Birthing Cave

Experience Mother Nature’s Humor at The Birthing Cave

by daniellenfairbanks | Apr 17, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Sedona

Experience Mother Nature’s Humor at The Birthing Cave Sedona, Arizona is known for it’s stunning red rock trails, quaint town, “vortexes,” and warm climate. One of my favorite things about hiking in Sedona is how many COOL features there are on...
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idk about you but i get cranky without my nature t idk about you but i get cranky without my nature time ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿ‘€

in the heat, that means waking up before the a$$ crack of dawn to drive to the river & make some coffee โ˜•๏ธ

set up:
โ€ข cute table from amazon
โ€ข @jetboil tank & stove attachment
โ€ข @bialetti moka pot
โ€ข @cotopaxi hielo 18 liter cooler tote
โ€ข @fpmovement set
โ€ข @teva hurricane sandals
i just needed a little nature time โ˜บ๏ธ i bet you c i just needed a little nature time โ˜บ๏ธ

i bet you could use some, too โœจ๐Ÿ˜˜
have you done this arizona road trip? ๐Ÿš—โ˜•๐ŸŒฒ i took have you done this arizona road trip? ๐Ÿš—โ˜•๐ŸŒฒ

i took the 2026 hyundai tucson hybrid on this road trip & was blown away how smoooothhh it feels on the road. it was the perfect road trip companion! @hyundaiusa #HyundaiPartner #HyundaiTucson 

one of my favorite things about arizona? you can leave the desert behind and be surrounded by pine trees in under two hours.

hereโ€™s what i did: ๐Ÿš—

first stop: pine lavender farm. peak bloom, fresh lavender, and the perfect way to slow down before sunset. ๐Ÿ’œ i wish you could smell it through the screen!!

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checked into lodge at 5600 for the night. cozy rooms, mountain views, and dog-friendlyโ€”10/10 for a weekend basecamp

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drove to blue ridge reservoir, which was the best view of the trip- this spot is absolutely stunning.. also empty at sunrise!

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you already know i had to bring a coffee set up- wish you could taste it through the screen โ˜•๏ธ

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hike at tonto natural bridge state park

through all of this, my road-trip companion was the 2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. plenty of room for adventure gear and a very spoiled adventure pup. ๐Ÿพ the fuel efficiency blows my mind ๐Ÿคฏ

thanks for coming along friends!! where should my next arizona road trip be? ๐ŸŒฒ
& itโ€™s only 90 minutes from phoenix ๐ŸŒต ๐Ÿ“gowan/ ann & itโ€™s only 90 minutes from phoenix ๐ŸŒต

๐Ÿ“gowan/ anna mae/ waterfall/ pine creek loop at tonto natural bridge state park (i always suggest using @alltrails !)

as always, leave no trace ๐Ÿฅพ

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