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Best Wineries in Arizona: A Taste of the Southwest

Best Wineries in Arizona: A Taste of the Southwest

by daniellenfairbanks | Oct 25, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Food, Stays, & Experiences, Payson/ Pine/ Strawberry, Shops & Restaurants, Tucson

Best Wineries in Arizona: A Taste of the Southwest If you’re reading this post, you must enjoy WINE. Me, too! When I think wine, we always think California and Napa Valley, right? But Arizona grows wine, too! We have so many different landscapes and elevations within...
Summer in Arizona: How to Stay Cool!

Summer in Arizona: How to Stay Cool!

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...
Things To Do In Strawberry & Pine, Arizona

Things To Do In Strawberry & Pine, Arizona

by daniellenfairbanks | Jul 2, 2024 | Arizona, Arizona Destinations, Payson/ Pine/ Strawberry

Things To Do In Strawberry & Pine, Arizona I’m all about small towns. I’m from one, for one. I also live in the big city, Phoenix, as I’m sure many of you who are reading this are as well. There’s something special about small towns- the...
Water Wheel Falls: The Best Summer Hike Near Payson, AZ

Water Wheel Falls: The Best Summer Hike Near Payson, AZ

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...
Horton Creek Trail, Arizona: The Best Creek Hike Near Payson

Horton Creek Trail, Arizona: The Best Creek Hike Near Payson

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 β€” shaded, creekside, dog friendly, not too hard, and genuinely beautiful the whole way β€” Horton Creek Trail is it. It’s one...
Blue Ridge Reservoir, Arizona: The Complete Guide (Kayaking, Camping & More)

Blue Ridge Reservoir, Arizona: The Complete Guide (Kayaking, Camping & More)

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...
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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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