Floating the Salt River is one of the best ways to cool off in Arizona’s intense summer heat. If this is your first time floating you won’t want to miss this complete guide where I share everything you need to know before setting out.
Hiking to The Wave in summer may not be the most desirable time for this region of Arizona, but with planning and preparation it can be done. Even if you win your permit during the off season, you can still enjoy this one of a kind hike.
Horseshoe Dam is a hidden gem in the deserts of Arizona. It’s known for the “waterfall” that’s created by a dam on the Verde River. If you’re interested, here’s everything you need to know before visiting this unique spot.
Peralta Regional Park is arguably the best place for wildflower viewing in the spring. Each year the Phoenix area transforms into a lively and colorful desert oasis! You don’t want to miss the wildflower blooms this year at the most scenic park in the area.
Diamond Creek Campground is the best kept secret in Arizona. It’s the only place where you can drive to the bottom of the Grand Canyon and camp! Being on the Hualapai Reservation, there’s a lot to know before visiting this one of a kind destination.
Peppersauce Cave is a unique beginner-friendly spelunking adventure located outside of Tucson, Arizona. No guide or permit required, this cave is completely free & self guided giving you freedom to explore this unique geological wonder. Come find out everything you need to know about visiting Peppersauce Cave.
Flagstaff is the best fall getaway destination in Arizona. Plus, it’s known to be one of the most haunted towns in the USA! So, whether you’re looking to experience the golden aspen trees, visit a local festival, or experience a ghost encounter, this post has something for everyone.
The Tonto Upper Cliff Dwelling is a hidden gem in Arizona. This National Monument is known for a ranger-led guided tour leading you to the inside of the Upper Cliff Dwellings up on top of a mountain. Find out everything you’ll need to know to visit this sacred place.
Beat the Arizona heat this summer and hike to Box Canyon in Payson. This secret canyon fills with swimming holes and cascading waterfalls in the summer after springtime rain making for an awesome day trip.
As we approach summer, that means one thing: the North Rim Grand Canyon reopens after being closed for winter! Check out the top 10 must-do things when visiting this less visited Arizona National Park.
The Superstition Mountains of Arizona turn into paradise each spring when heavy rain and snowmelt create waterfalls down the mountain. One of the best trails to hike to experience this beautiful phenomenon is at the Canyon of the Waterfalls trail. Check out my complete hike guide for this must-do hike in Phoenix!
The Painted Rock Petroglyph Site and Campground in Arizona is a unique place to visit home to one of the largest petroglyph sites in the state. It makes for a perfect place to stop on a road trip from Phoenix to San Diego as it is right on the way!
Camelback Mountain is one of the best summit hikes in the Scottsdale area. It’s an adventurous and technical hike that requires some rock scrambling experience. But the views you get from the top of Phoenix make the tough climb worth it!
Explore the Salt River Canyon, one of the best scenic drives in Arizona! This canyon is known as “The Mini Grand Canyon” due to it’s similar rock features and diverse ecosystems from rim to river. It’s easily accessible from Phoenix making it the perfect day trip to escape the city.
Montezuma Castle National Monument is an impressive historical site home to cliff dwellings made by the Sinagua Native Americans. Find out everything you need to know about visiting this hidden gem with fascinating ruins giving us a glimpse into this land’s past.
Discover everything you need to know about visiting the Lower Antelope Canyon in Page, Arizona. In this post I dive into what makes this famous slot canyon worth visiting and what to expect with booking a tour with Ken’s Tours.
Explore this easy 2 mile trail through a lava cave in Flagstaff, Arizona. This hike takes you through the longest lava tube in the state and was formed by a lava river from a volcanic eruption.
Explore one of Arizona’s hidden caves located in the Superstition Mountains. In this complete guide, I share with you everything you’ll need to know about hiking to the Broadway Cave in Apache Junction.
Saguaro National Park is a well known park in Arizona, but most people don’t know is that the park is split into two sections. One on the west side of Tucson and one on the east side. Surprisingly there are several differences between the two which I breakdown in this post.
Looking for a beautiful off-roading mountain adventure? Try driving to the Four Peaks in Arizona! Right outside Phoenix, this mountain range offers scenic views, hiking opportunities, and awesome spots to camp. In this post I break down everything you need to know about driving to this iconic 7,000 foot mountain.
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Floating the Salt River is one of the best ways to cool off in Arizona’s intense summer heat. If this is your first time floating you won’t want to miss this complete guide where I share everything you need to know before setting out.
Hiking to The Wave in summer may not be the most desirable time for this region of Arizona, but with planning and preparation it can be done. Even if you win your permit during the off season, you can still enjoy this one of a kind hike.
Horseshoe Dam is a hidden gem in the deserts of Arizona. It’s known for the “waterfall” that’s created by a dam on the Verde River. If you’re interested, here’s everything you need to know before visiting this unique spot.
Peralta Regional Park is arguably the best place for wildflower viewing in the spring. Each year the Phoenix area transforms into a lively and colorful desert oasis! You don’t want to miss the wildflower blooms this year at the most scenic park in the area.
Diamond Creek Campground is the best kept secret in Arizona. It’s the only place where you can drive to the bottom of the Grand Canyon and camp! Being on the Hualapai Reservation, there’s a lot to know before visiting this one of a kind destination.
Peppersauce Cave is a unique beginner-friendly spelunking adventure located outside of Tucson, Arizona. No guide or permit required, this cave is completely free & self guided giving you freedom to explore this unique geological wonder. Come find out everything you need to know about visiting Peppersauce Cave.
Flagstaff is the best fall getaway destination in Arizona. Plus, it’s known to be one of the most haunted towns in the USA! So, whether you’re looking to experience the golden aspen trees, visit a local festival, or experience a ghost encounter, this post has something for everyone.
The Tonto Upper Cliff Dwelling is a hidden gem in Arizona. This National Monument is known for a ranger-led guided tour leading you to the inside of the Upper Cliff Dwellings up on top of a mountain. Find out everything you’ll need to know to visit this sacred place.
Beat the Arizona heat this summer and hike to Box Canyon in Payson. This secret canyon fills with swimming holes and cascading waterfalls in the summer after springtime rain making for an awesome day trip.
As we approach summer, that means one thing: the North Rim Grand Canyon reopens after being closed for winter! Check out the top 10 must-do things when visiting this less visited Arizona National Park.
The Superstition Mountains of Arizona turn into paradise each spring when heavy rain and snowmelt create waterfalls down the mountain. One of the best trails to hike to experience this beautiful phenomenon is at the Canyon of the Waterfalls trail. Check out my complete hike guide for this must-do hike in Phoenix!
The Painted Rock Petroglyph Site and Campground in Arizona is a unique place to visit home to one of the largest petroglyph sites in the state. It makes for a perfect place to stop on a road trip from Phoenix to San Diego as it is right on the way!
Camelback Mountain is one of the best summit hikes in the Scottsdale area. It’s an adventurous and technical hike that requires some rock scrambling experience. But the views you get from the top of Phoenix make the tough climb worth it!
Explore the Salt River Canyon, one of the best scenic drives in Arizona! This canyon is known as “The Mini Grand Canyon” due to it’s similar rock features and diverse ecosystems from rim to river. It’s easily accessible from Phoenix making it the perfect day trip to escape the city.
Montezuma Castle National Monument is an impressive historical site home to cliff dwellings made by the Sinagua Native Americans. Find out everything you need to know about visiting this hidden gem with fascinating ruins giving us a glimpse into this land’s past.
Discover everything you need to know about visiting the Lower Antelope Canyon in Page, Arizona. In this post I dive into what makes this famous slot canyon worth visiting and what to expect with booking a tour with Ken’s Tours.
Explore this easy 2 mile trail through a lava cave in Flagstaff, Arizona. This hike takes you through the longest lava tube in the state and was formed by a lava river from a volcanic eruption.
Explore one of Arizona’s hidden caves located in the Superstition Mountains. In this complete guide, I share with you everything you’ll need to know about hiking to the Broadway Cave in Apache Junction.
Saguaro National Park is a well known park in Arizona, but most people don’t know is that the park is split into two sections. One on the west side of Tucson and one on the east side. Surprisingly there are several differences between the two which I breakdown in this post.
Looking for a beautiful off-roading mountain adventure? Try driving to the Four Peaks in Arizona! Right outside Phoenix, this mountain range offers scenic views, hiking opportunities, and awesome spots to camp. In this post I break down everything you need to know about driving to this iconic 7,000 foot mountain.