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Broadway Cave: A Can’t-Miss Trail in the Supes

Broadway Cave: A Can’t-Miss Trail in the Supes

by daniellenfairbanks | Apr 12, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Phoenix, Superstition Mountains

Broadway Cave: A Can’t-Miss Trail in the Supes Arizona is known for its cave hikes. I totally get why, you want your hike to end at something cool, whether its a summit, a water hole, or a cave like this one! There are many cave hikes in Arizona, the most...
Wave Cave Hike Guide in Arizona: Trail Info, Difficulty & Photos

Wave Cave Hike Guide in Arizona: Trail Info, Difficulty & Photos

by daniellenfairbanks | Apr 11, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Phoenix, Superstition Mountains

Wave Cave Hike Guide in Arizona: Trail Info, Difficulty & Photos ***updated 2/17/26 If youโ€™re looking for one of the most iconic hikes in Arizona, the Wave Cave hike in the Superstition Mountains absolutely deserves a spot on your bucket list. Known for its...
Everything You Need to Know About The Salt River in Arizona

Everything You Need to Know About The Salt River in Arizona

by daniellenfairbanks | Mar 30, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Favorites, Phoenix, Water Hikes

Everything You Need to Know About The Salt River in Arizona The Salt River in Arizona is one of the most beautiful parts of the state. It’s miles and miles long and supports numerous landscapes and wildlife and has some of the best recreation in the state....
Tom’s Thumb Hike: One of Scottsdale’s Most Stunning Trails

Tom’s Thumb Hike: One of Scottsdale’s Most Stunning Trails

by daniellenfairbanks | Mar 28, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Phoenix, Scottsdale

Tom’s Thumb Hike: One of Scottsdale’s Most Stunning Trails I honestly don’t know why the Tom’s Thumb Hike isn’t talked about more. It’s BEAUTIFUL, and has other worldly landscape. Not only do you have the cacti you’d expect...
Coon Bluff: Magical Sunset Spot On the Salt River

Coon Bluff: Magical Sunset Spot On the Salt River

by daniellenfairbanks | Mar 15, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Phoenix

Coon Bluff: Magical Sunset Spot On the Salt River Looking for a free adventure? Want to get out of the city and into nature? Looking for a place to take cute photos- professional or not? Let me introduce you to Coon Bluff- a local secret. My husband grew up 10 minutes...
Spring Break in Arizona is THE BEST!

Spring Break in Arizona is THE BEST!

by daniellenfairbanks | Mar 11, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Seasons, Grand Canyon, Phoenix, Sedona, Shops & Restaurants

How to Spend Your Sunny Spring Break in Arizona Spring Break in Arizona is THE BOMB. It is referred to as one of the best Spring Break desinations in the USA. If you’re willing to forego the beach for the pool, along with quaint towns, spring training, and lots...
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idk about you but i get cranky without my nature t idk about you but i get cranky without my nature time ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿ‘€

in the heat, that means waking up before the a$$ crack of dawn to drive to the river & make some coffee โ˜•๏ธ

set up:
โ€ข cute table from amazon
โ€ข @jetboil tank & stove attachment
โ€ข @bialetti moka pot
โ€ข @cotopaxi hielo 18 liter cooler tote
โ€ข @fpmovement set
โ€ข @teva hurricane sandals
i just needed a little nature time โ˜บ๏ธ i bet you c i just needed a little nature time โ˜บ๏ธ

i bet you could use some, too โœจ๐Ÿ˜˜
have you done this arizona road trip? ๐Ÿš—โ˜•๐ŸŒฒ i took have you done this arizona road trip? ๐Ÿš—โ˜•๐ŸŒฒ

i took the 2026 hyundai tucson hybrid on this road trip & was blown away how smoooothhh it feels on the road. it was the perfect road trip companion! @hyundaiusa #HyundaiPartner #HyundaiTucson 

one of my favorite things about arizona? you can leave the desert behind and be surrounded by pine trees in under two hours.

hereโ€™s what i did: ๐Ÿš—

first stop: pine lavender farm. peak bloom, fresh lavender, and the perfect way to slow down before sunset. ๐Ÿ’œ i wish you could smell it through the screen!!

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checked into lodge at 5600 for the night. cozy rooms, mountain views, and dog-friendlyโ€”10/10 for a weekend basecamp

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drove to blue ridge reservoir, which was the best view of the trip- this spot is absolutely stunning.. also empty at sunrise!

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you already know i had to bring a coffee set up- wish you could taste it through the screen โ˜•๏ธ

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hike at tonto natural bridge state park

through all of this, my road-trip companion was the 2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. plenty of room for adventure gear and a very spoiled adventure pup. ๐Ÿพ the fuel efficiency blows my mind ๐Ÿคฏ

thanks for coming along friends!! where should my next arizona road trip be? ๐ŸŒฒ
& itโ€™s only 90 minutes from phoenix ๐ŸŒต ๐Ÿ“gowan/ ann & itโ€™s only 90 minutes from phoenix ๐ŸŒต

๐Ÿ“gowan/ anna mae/ waterfall/ pine creek loop at tonto natural bridge state park (i always suggest using @alltrails !)

as always, leave no trace ๐Ÿฅพ

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