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Why You Should Visit Breckenridge In Summer

Why You Should Visit Breckenridge In Summer

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South Mineral Fork Creek Falls: Best Waterfalls Near Durango, Colorado

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How to Find Crystal Mill in Colorado

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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 πŸ’¦ water wheel falls in the payson area is one of arizona’s most rewarding waterfall hikes β€” and most people have no idea it exists.

trail details:
πŸ“ water wheel falls, payson az
πŸ₯Ύ ~1.6 miles out and back
⏱ 1-2 hours
🌊 multiple waterfalls along the trail
πŸš— about 90 minutes from phoenix

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

comment β€œwaterfall” below and i’ll send you my full hiking guide with everything you need to know before you go πŸ‘‡
things to do in zion national park πŸ”οΈ β†’ hike the things to do in zion national park πŸ”οΈ

β†’ hike the narrows (walk IN the river)
β†’ angels landing for the views (permit required)
β†’ canyon overlook trail β€” big views, short hike
β†’ drive the zion-mt. carmel highway
β†’ soak at zion canyon hot springs after your hike
β†’ walk the pa’rus trail at sunset πŸŒ…
β†’ explore springdale for coffee & food
β†’ stargaze β€” 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 πŸ”—

πŸ“ zion national park, utah
@peixotocoffee β€˜s new summer menu is πŸ˜‹πŸ“πŸ’πŸ‹ here’s @peixotocoffee β€˜s new summer menu is πŸ˜‹πŸ“πŸ’πŸ‹

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

πŸ’ cherry vanilla latte

πŸ“ strawberry matcha

πŸ₯₯ toasted coconut latte

🍌 banana brulee latte 

πŸ‹β€πŸŸ© prickly pear lime tonic

πŸ“ strawberry lemonade

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

πŸ“peixoto coffee in gilbert, chandler, and dtphx
tonight’s views from blue point on the salt river tonight’s views from blue point on the salt river 🏜️✨

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