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25 Best Hikes in Phoenix: Easy, Moderate & Hard Trails (Local Guide)

25 Best Hikes in Phoenix: Easy, Moderate & Hard Trails (Local Guide)

by daniellenfairbanks | Feb 14, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Phoenix

25 Best Hikes in Phoenix: Easy, Moderate & Hard Trails (Local Guide) Ahhh, Phoenix, Arizona. The “Valley of the Sun.” The Sonoran Desert. One of the biggest cities in the United States. An adventure hub. There is so much to this city. I have been...
Canyon of the Waterfalls- A Post-Rain Superstition Mountains Hike

Canyon of the Waterfalls- A Post-Rain Superstition Mountains Hike

by daniellenfairbanks | Feb 14, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Superstition Mountains, Water Hikes

Canyon of the Waterfalls- A Post-Rain Superstition Mountains Hike The Superstition Mountains are full of incredible hikes. A few times per year after persistent or heavy rain, the mountains turn into an oasis! The Canyon of the Waterfalls hike is just as it sounds- a...
Hieroglyphic Trail- A Great Rainy Hike in the Superstition Mountains

Hieroglyphic Trail- A Great Rainy Hike in the Superstition Mountains

by daniellenfairbanks | Feb 9, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Phoenix, Superstition Mountains

Hieroglyphic Trail- A Great Rainy Hike in the Superstition Mountains If you’re reading this, I’d bet my money that you’re looking to go hiking in the Superstition Mountains. The Hieroglyphic Trail is a great option- it’s short, family-friendly,...
The Wave Arizona Hike (A SIMPLE Guide)

The Wave Arizona Hike (A SIMPLE Guide)

by daniellenfairbanks | Jan 15, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Grand Canyon, Hiking, Northern Arizona, Utah

The Wave Arizona Hike (A SIMPLE Guide) The Wave Arizona Hike is one of the most EPIC hikes in the United States, for many reasons. For one, the landscape is one of a kind- the stripes of white, orange, and red. The canyon, the curvature, the lighting. I could go on....
The Ultimate List of Hikes in the Superstition Mountains

The Ultimate List of Hikes in the Superstition Mountains

by daniellenfairbanks | Jan 10, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Phoenix, Superstition Mountains

The Ultimate List of Hikes in the Superstition Mountains The Superstition Mountains are MY FAVORITE MOUNTAIN RANGE. They’re so unique, so rugged, and there’s so many cool landmarks. I’ve never seen anything like it. I’ve been living in Arizona...
Page Arizona Caves: The Hidden Shell Gas Station Sand Cave

Page Arizona Caves: The Hidden Shell Gas Station Sand Cave

by daniellenfairbanks | Jan 2, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Favorites, Northern Arizona, Page

Page Arizona Caves: The Hidden Shell Gas Station Sand Cave If you’ve seen photos of the Page Arizona Caves floating around Instagram or TikTok, chances are you’ve wondered how to find this hidden sand cave for yourself. Tucked just outside of Page, Arizona near...
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what’s your favorite thing to do in flagstaff in t what’s your favorite thing to do in flagstaff in the fall? 👇🏼🍁🍂

comment 🔗 for my guide on other things to do & current colors!
october might just be the best month to visit ariz october might just be the best month to visit arizona 🍂🌵

up north, the aspens are turning gold and the mornings are crisp. down in phoenix, hiking season is finally making its comeback. add in cute pumpkin patches, fall festivals, cozy cabin weekends + scenic drives and there’s SO much to do this month.

a few things to know before visiting arizona in october:

🍂 head north for fall colors — flagstaff, oak creek canyon, the mogollon rim + white mountains are some of my favorites
🥾 october is one of the best months to get back on the trails
🎃 phoenix has pumpkin patches, fall festivals + plenty of seasonal events
🏕️ desert camping season is starting, but northern arizona nights can get COLD
☀️ phoenix can still be pretty warm during the day, especially early in the month
❄️ flagstaff + higher elevations can see freezing temps and even early snow (they just did!!)

and yes, you can go from saguaros to golden aspens in the same weekend 🤎

save this for october in arizona + follow @danielleoutdoors_ for fall color updates & arizona travel ideas 🍁
yeah nope im not sad 😂🍁🎃🍂 if you want info on the yeah nope im not sad 😂🍁🎃🍂

if you want info on the best places to see fall in arizona/ leaf color timing, etc, comment 🔗 & i’ll send you my blog!
4 phoenix hikes to save for cooler weather 🌵🥾 🥾 “ 4 phoenix hikes to save for cooler weather 🌵🥾

🥾 “a” mountain / hayden butte — ~0.9 mi | easy–moderate
a short but steep climb right in tempe with views over downtown, asu + the surrounding valley. perfect when you want a quick workout or sunset hike.

🥾 fat man’s pass via national trail — ~3.7 mi | moderate
this south mountain hike feels like a mini adventure! you’ll hike through rocky desert terrain before squeezing through the giant boulders at fat man’s pass.

🥾 camelback mountain via echo canyon — ~2.5 mi | hard
one of the most iconic hikes in phoenix — and definitely the toughest on this list. expect a steep climb, scrambling, handrails + a serious workout, with panoramic valley views from the summit. start early and bring plenty of water! a cave too!

🥾 hole-in-the-rock at papago park — ~0.3 mi | easy
a super short walk to a natural opening in the red sandstone with views over the valley. great for sunrise, sunset or an easy outdoor stop when you don’t have much time

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