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Doe Mountain Trail: Best Sunrise Hike in Sedona

Doe Mountain Trail: Best Sunrise Hike in Sedona

by daniellenfairbanks | Sep 9, 2023 | Arizona, Northern Arizona, Sedona

Doe Mountain Trail: Best Sunrise Hike in Sedona Doe Mountain Trail is a 1.5-mile out-and-back trail located in Sedona, Arizona. It is considered to be a moderately challenging hike, with an elevation gain of 400 feet. The trail winds its way up a low, flat-topped...
10+ Epic Things to Do in Pinetop, AZ

10+ Epic Things to Do in Pinetop, AZ

by daniellenfairbanks | Aug 20, 2023 | Arizona, Northern Arizona, Pinetop-Lakeside, Water Hikes

10+ Epic Things to Do in Pinetop, AZ Pinetop, Arizona is a small town (population 4,000) in the White Mountains of Arizona. It’s at 7,000 ft elevation- much higher than Denver even! It’s the perfect foresty, mountain getaway from Phoenix anytime of year....
Why You Should Stay at The Nook Pinetop: A Northern Arizona Escape

Why You Should Stay at The Nook Pinetop: A Northern Arizona Escape

by daniellenfairbanks | Aug 15, 2023 | Arizona, Lodging, Northern Arizona, Pinetop-Lakeside

Why You Should Stay at The Nook Pinetop: A Northern Arizona Escape It took me about 5 years of living in Arizona to know about the White Mountains. The White Mountains sit in northeastern Arizona, about 3 hours from Phoenix, which includes towns like Pinetop-Lakeside,...
Thompson Trail in Arizona- The Greenest Hike in the State

Thompson Trail in Arizona- The Greenest Hike in the State

by daniellenfairbanks | Aug 14, 2023 | Arizona, Northern Arizona, Water Hikes

Thompson Trail in Arizona- The Greenest Hike in the State It took me about 5 years of living in Arizona to know about the White Mountains. The White Mountains sit in northeastern Arizona, about 3 hours from Phoenix, which includes towns like Pinetop-Lakeside, Greer,...
Arizona’s Most Remote Waterfall: Pacheta Falls

Arizona’s Most Remote Waterfall: Pacheta Falls

by daniellenfairbanks | Aug 13, 2023 | Arizona, Northern Arizona, Pinetop-Lakeside, Water Hikes

Arizona’s Most Remote Waterfall: Pacheta Falls You may have come across photos of this stunning waterfall, Pacheta Falls, in the past. I saw it on Pinterest at least 7 years ago, and knew I had to visit. It takes a lot of planning and preparation, because...
Escape to Adventure: Top Weekend Trips from Phoenix

Escape to Adventure: Top Weekend Trips from Phoenix

by daniellenfairbanks | Jul 30, 2023 | Arizona, Flagstaff, Grand Canyon, Havasupai, National Parks, Northern Arizona, Phoenix, Pinetop-Lakeside, Sedona, Superstition Mountains, Tucson

Escape to Adventure: Top Weekend Trips from Phoenix Phoenix, Arizona is something special. From the vibrant food scene, to the plethera of Saguaro cacti, to the rugged mountains, and to the city- it has something to offer for everyone. It’s also close in...
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best hikes in sedona 🏜️🏜️🏜️ 🥾ke best hikes in sedona 🏜️🏜️🏜️

🥾keyhole cave: a 2 mi hike through a wash, up a steep section & into this beautiful cave

🥾wet beaver creek: an epic summer hike with swimming and cliff jumping, 7 mi

🥾doe mountain: a short, easier hike with a flat summit & 360 views 

🥾fay canyon: another beautiful short hike with a side trail to a cave/arch

🥾devils bridge: the iconic sedona hike

🥾secret slick rock: a short easy hike with amazing views of cathedral rock

🥾margs draw: a moderate hike with a climb at the end with epic views!

always remember smart hiking, sun protection, safety, and leave no trace!

🏜️ send this to your hiking buddy & add it to your next sedona itinerary!
best coffee shops in sedona ☕️🏜️ whether best coffee shops in sedona ☕️🏜️

whether you’re going for a post sunrise hike drink or work remotely or want to hang out somewhere vibey, these are the places!!

@blackpotionsedona ☕️

@freeformcoffee ☕️

@localjuicery ☕️

@indiangardens ☕️

drop your other favorite cafes or coffee shops in sedona below ⬇️⬇️⬇️
things to do in mesa, arizona in summer ☀️🏜 things to do in mesa, arizona in summer ☀️🏜️

a note about summer: most of us know summer can be HOT HOT HOT. and it can be hard to enjoy the outdoors when it’s so hot outside BUT ive figured out the best way to do so while being safe ⬇️ #ad 

🚢: dolly steamboat cruise
•i suggest the twilight dinner cruise or astronomy cruise as they’re both later in the day when the sun goes over the canyon walls offering shade on the boat decks PLUS there’s an inside with air conditioning. loved this cruise!!!

🛶 float the salt river
•whether you kayak or paddle board or tube, whether you decide to take your own gear or rent, this is a great way to cool down. i still suggest early in the morning (before 10) or late afternoon.

🥾 hike butcher jones 
•beautiful trail along saguaro lake. sunrise for this one in summer (like start hiking before sunrise). always wear sun protection & leave no trace! 

🐟 rent a boat at canyon lake
•great daytime activity, the water can get up to 80 or so in the summer which still feels cool! bring a cooler of cold drinks and wear sun protection. most rental boats have shade too!

🌅 watch sunset at usery mountain regional park
•one of my absolute favs (i like wave cave trail OR levee trail OR blevins trail) to watch those epic desert sunsets.

i call myself lucky to be a resident of @visitmesa 💕

tell me if you have other favs for summer in arizona ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️
how to get permits for the wave ⬇️ remember t how to get permits for the wave ⬇️

remember the wave, or coyote buttes, operate on a daily lottery if you’re in the area or advanced lottery.

if you apply now before june 1, you’re applying for September dates! 

if you apply before July 1, you’re applying for October!

if it’s a hike you want to do in fall, you gotta think ahead!

want to read more about hiking the wave? comment 🥾 for my blog post!

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