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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

Hiking Pass Mountain Loop in Usery Mountain Regional Park 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 winter. The...
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...
Brown’s Peak: Climb Four Peaks in Arizona

Brown’s Peak: Climb Four Peaks in Arizona

by daniellenfairbanks | Feb 20, 2022 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Phoenix

Brown’s Peak: Climb Four Peaks in Arizona Did you know BROWNS PEAK is the tallest point in Maricopa county? This mountain range, Four Peaks, named by its distinctive four separate peaks, is northeast of Phoenix and tops out at 7,659 ft. Many don’t realize...
10 Best Plant Shops & Nurseries in Phoenix, AZ (2026 Local Guide)

10 Best Plant Shops & Nurseries in Phoenix, AZ (2026 Local Guide)

by daniellenfairbanks | Jan 31, 2022 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Phoenix, Shops & Restaurants, Tempe

10 Best Plant Shops & Nurseries in Phoenix, AZ (2026 Local Guide) If you’re reading this, you’re probably a plant person โ€” and Phoenix is honestly a great city to be one. Between the desert climate, the thriving local small business scene, and some...
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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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