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Things To Do in Marble Canyon, Arizona

Things To Do in Marble Canyon, Arizona

by daniellenfairbanks | Feb 13, 2026 | Arizona, Arizona Destinations, Grand Canyon

Things To Do in Marble Canyon, Arizona Marble Canyon is one of those places you’ve probably driven past on the way to Page or the Grand Canyon… without realizing how much you’re missing. Tucked between the Vermilion Cliffs and the Colorado River along Highway 89A,...
Where to Find Wildflowers Near Phoenix, Arizona

Where to Find Wildflowers Near Phoenix, Arizona

by daniellenfairbanks | Feb 9, 2026 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Arizona Seasons, Phoenix, Superstition Mountains

Where to Find Wildflowers Near Phoenix, Arizona Every spring, the Sonoran Desert transforms in a way that honestly feels hard to believe until you see it for yourself. What looks like dry, rugged desert most of the year suddenly bursts into color — hillsides covered...
Wildflowers in Arizona: The Most Common Desert Blooms

Wildflowers in Arizona: The Most Common Desert Blooms

by daniellenfairbanks | Feb 1, 2026 | Arizona, Arizona Seasons, Phoenix, Superstition Mountains

Wildflowers in Arizona: The Most Common Desert Blooms Arizona’s wildflowers transform the desert each year, turning rocky trails, open washes, and cactus-filled landscapes into bursts of color. The timing and variety change every year based on rainfall and elevation....
Caves in the Superstition Mountains

Caves in the Superstition Mountains

by daniellenfairbanks | Jan 24, 2026 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Phoenix, Superstition Mountains

Caves in the Superstition Mountains The Superstition Mountains are one of the most unique places near Phoenix to hike to caves—ranging from iconic formations like Wave Cave to lesser-known caverns tucked deep into desert canyons. Unlike walk-in tourist caves, these...
Where To Stay Near The Grand Canyon

Where To Stay Near The Grand Canyon

by daniellenfairbanks | Jan 16, 2026 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Grand Canyon

Where To Stay Near The Grand Canyon Planning a trip to the Grand Canyon and not sure where to stay? Choosing the right home base can make a huge difference in how much you enjoy visiting Grand Canyon National Park. From staying inside the park for sunrise views, to...
Best Coffee Shops in Scottsdale, Arizona

Best Coffee Shops in Scottsdale, Arizona

by daniellenfairbanks | Jan 13, 2026 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Shops & Restaurants

Best Coffee Shops in Scottsdale, Arizona Scottsdale is known for its sunshine, stylish neighborhoods, and vibrant food scene—and its coffee shops are no exception. Whether you’re looking for a beautifully designed café in Old Town, a cozy spot to get some work done,...
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the perfect escape from the phoenix heat is closer the perfect escape from the phoenix heat is closer than you think 💦 water wheel falls in the payson area is one of arizona’s most rewarding waterfall hikes — and most people have no idea it exists.

trail details:
📍 water wheel falls, payson az
🥾 ~1.6 miles out and back
⏱ 1-2 hours
🌊 multiple waterfalls along the trail
🚗 about 90 minutes from phoenix

the lush green canyon, the sound of the creek, the red rocks — it genuinely doesn’t feel like arizona in the best way possible.

comment “waterfall” below and i’ll send you my full hiking guide with everything you need to know before you go 👇
things to do in zion national park 🏔️ → hike the things to do in zion national park 🏔️

→ hike the narrows (walk IN the river)
→ angels landing for the views (permit required)
→ canyon overlook trail — big views, short hike
→ drive the zion-mt. carmel highway
→ soak at zion canyon hot springs after your hike
→ walk the pa’rus trail at sunset 🌅
→ explore springdale for coffee & food
→ stargaze — it’s a dark sky area

i’ve been three times and leave wanting more every single time. full guide with hikes, where to stay, and tips linked in bio, just search zion on the blog 🔗

📍 zion national park, utah
@peixotocoffee ‘s new summer menu is 😋🍓🍒🍋 here’s @peixotocoffee ‘s new summer menu is 😋🍓🍒🍋

here’s some of the drinks you can get starting TOMORROW friday 5/22:

🍒 cherry vanilla latte

🍓 strawberry matcha

🥥 toasted coconut latte

🍌 banana brulee latte 

🍋‍🟩 prickly pear lime tonic

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go in & try one & let me know what you think!! ✨ 

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tonight’s views from blue point on the salt river tonight’s views from blue point on the salt river 🏜️✨

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