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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: Best Hotels & Unique Stays

Where to Stay Near the Grand Canyon: Best Hotels & Unique Stays

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

Where to Stay Near the Grand Canyon: Best Hotels & Unique Stays 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...
Best Coffee Shops in Scottsdale, Arizona

Best Coffee Shops in Scottsdale, Arizona

by daniellenfairbanks | Jan 13, 2026 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Coffee, 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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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!
one of the most underrated fall hikes in arizona 🍂 one of the most underrated fall hikes in arizona 🍂🥾

see spring trail is a short, peaceful hike beneath the mogollon rim that blows up with fall colors! i only knew about it myself 2 years ago! details:

📍 see spring trail #185
🥾 about 2-2.5 miles round trip
🌲 shaded forest trail
💧 natural spring and creek views 
🐕 dog-friendly, but keep dogs leashed
🍁 fall colors typically peak from late october into early november depending on the year

make a full day of it by grabbing coffee at common grounds or noley’s in payson ☕️, driving along the mogollon rim, stopping at woods canyon lake, or you can also stop in christopher creek for lunch before heading home 🌲

save this one for an easy arizona fall day trip from phoenix 🍁

comment 🥾 for my hike guide!

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