by daniellenfairbanks | Jul 8, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Seasons, Flagstaff, Grand Canyon, Payson/ Pine/ Strawberry, Pinetop-Lakeside, Sedona, Water Hikes
Summer in Arizona: How to Stay Cool! We all know Arizona is HOT, HOT, HOT. I remember the first time I visited Arizona in summer and I could literally feel a burn on my foot between my thin flip flops and the black top. I’ve been living here for a decade now and...
by daniellenfairbanks | Jun 22, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Arizona Seasons, Northern Arizona, Sedona, Water Hikes
Best Swimming Holes in Sedona (2026 Guide for Summer) If you’re visiting Sedona in the summer, finding a good swimming hole is essential. While Sedona is known for its hiking, some of the best experiences here involve cooling off in the water—whether that’s sliding...
by daniellenfairbanks | Jun 4, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Northern Arizona, Payson/ Pine/ Strawberry, Water Hikes
Water Wheel Falls: The Best Summer Hike Near Payson, AZ If you’re looking for a summer hike near Payson that actually gets you in the water, Water Wheel Falls should be at the top of your list. It’s one of the most popular trails in the Tonto National...
by daniellenfairbanks | Jun 4, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Northern Arizona, Payson/ Pine/ Strawberry, Water Hikes
Horton Creek Trail, Arizona: The Best Creek Hike Near Payson If you’re looking for a summer hike near Payson that checks every box — shaded, creekside, dog friendly, not too hard, and genuinely beautiful the whole way — Horton Creek Trail is it. It’s one...
by daniellenfairbanks | May 28, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Northern Arizona, Payson/ Pine/ Strawberry, Water Hikes
Blue Ridge Reservoir, Arizona: The Complete Guide (Kayaking, Camping & More) If you’re looking for a summer destination in Arizona that feels nothing like Arizona, Blue Ridge Reservoir needs to be on your list. Tucked up on the Mogollon Rim about 2.5 hours...
by daniellenfairbanks | May 25, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Hikes & Outdoor Adventures, Northern Arizona, Water Hikes, Water Hikes
The Crack at Wet Beaver Creek Hike Guide (Sedona’s Hidden Swimming Hole) ***updated march 2026 Summer in Arizona means it is time for water hikes and swimming! The Crack at Wet Beaver Creek is one of the best swimming hole hikes near Sedona, Arizona, known for its...
