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Hiking Picacho Peak in Arizona During Wildflower Season

Hiking Picacho Peak in Arizona During Wildflower Season

by daniellenfairbanks | Mar 18, 2023 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Hiking, Tucson

Hiking Picacho Peak in Arizona During Wildflower Season Part of the fun of hiking is tackling those bucket-list, difficult, and slightly scary mountains with epic views. Phoenix has PLENTY of these, so buckle up! One of these epic hikes is Picacho Peak, south of...
Flatiron Hike in Arizona: A Guide

Flatiron Hike in Arizona: A Guide

by daniellenfairbanks | Mar 5, 2023 | Arizona, Phoenix, Superstition Mountains

Flatiron Hike in Arizona: A Guide Have you ever heard of the Flatiron hike? While most of the country braces tough snowy, cold winters, Arizonians put on their shorts and tanks to go for a hike. One of the best parts of living in Arizona is our hiking season, which is...
Pass Mountain Loop in Arizona: A Beautiful Sunset Hike

Pass Mountain Loop in Arizona: A Beautiful Sunset Hike

by daniellenfairbanks | Feb 27, 2023 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Phoenix

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Boynton Canyon Trail and The Subway Cave!

Boynton Canyon Trail and The Subway Cave!

by daniellenfairbanks | Feb 23, 2023 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Favorites, Northern Arizona, Sedona

Boynton Canyon Trail and The Subway Cave! Sedona, Arizona is a magical place full of red rocks, energy vortexes, crystals, and good vibes. It is known as the center of different energies of nature and is sacred for this reason. There is an endless amount of outdoor...
A Day Hike to Black Top Mesa in the Superstition Mountains

A Day Hike to Black Top Mesa in the Superstition Mountains

by daniellenfairbanks | Feb 21, 2023 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Phoenix, Superstition Mountains

A Day Hike to Black Top Mesa in the Superstition Mountains Phoenix, Arizona is an outdoor lover’s paradise. Whether you live here or you’re planning to visit the area, there’s an endless amount of things to do. If you’re looking for a challenge...
EJ Peak: A Secret Local Hike in Arizona

EJ Peak: A Secret Local Hike in Arizona

by daniellenfairbanks | Feb 16, 2023 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Phoenix, Superstition Mountains

EJ Peak: A Secret Local Hike in Arizona Phoenix, Arizona is an outdoor lover’s paradise. Whether you live here or you’re planning to visit the area, there’s an endless amount of things to do. I’ve lived here for 9 years and still find new...
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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 👇🏼
most people drive right through 📍tusayan on their most people drive right through 📍tusayan on their way to the grand canyon—but this little town deserves a spot on your itinerary too 👀🌲 #ad 

located just outside the south entrance of grand canyon national park (1 mile!!), @townoftusayanaz makes the perfect home base for exploring the canyon

things to do in tusayan:
🥾 hike (greenway trail, arizona trail, etc)
🚲 bike the greenway trail all the way to the canyon
🚁unique tours like helicopters, off-road vehicles, horseback riding, etc
☕️ eat (from morning coffee to breakfast, lunch, & dinner)
🛌 stay (the best way to see the grand canyon at sunrise or sunset is to stay overnight in tusayan!)

save this for your next grand canyon trip—and tell me: have you ever stopped in tusayan?

PS- the grand canyon is OPEN despite recent circumstances. in park lodging is closed overnight currently and water is limited, but tusayan’s lodging is OPEN & water is available! 

#exploretusayan #experiencegrandcanyon
how to take a timelapse on your iphone 🏜️👇🏼 perfe how to take a timelapse on your iphone 🏜️👇🏼

perfect for sunrise or sunset with the sun crossing the horizon, or for moonrise (next full moon sept 26)

step 1: (optional) use the app @photopills and their augmented reality feature to know where the sun/moon will cross the horizon so you get it in frame

step 2: set up your tripod (comment 📲 for the one i use!)

step 3: open your camera & turn it to timelapse

step 4: press start and LEAVE IT for at least 10-15 minutes (im always bad at this but when you think you’re done, leave it for another 5-10 minutes!

step 5: use the Edits app to speed it up to your desired effect & you’re done!

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