In June 2013, the Yarnell Hill Fire blazed through this rugged territory, taking the lives of 19 firefighters. These brave men are memorialized with plaques placed roughly every 600 feet along the Hotshots trail.
From mid-October through early November, the sycamores and cottonwoods surrounding Oak Creek put on a delicious display of autumn color along Sedona's favorite stream.
Visible from most of Scottsdale, the curious rock knob known as Tom's Thumb stands out among the pinnacles of the McDowell Mountains.
"The Box" is an outdoor recreation free-for-all. Hikers and equestrians share the waterway with motorized traffic, gold panners and raucous families with kids and dogs.
There's a local hiker adage that when you trek See Canyon, all you see is the canyon. This is mostly true, but, oh, what a canyon it is to behold.
Conveniently located off State Route 260 near Greer, the Pole Knoll Recreation Area is a year-round destination for outdoor sports.
One of the most scenic segments of the state-traversing Arizona Trail, the route goes through shady fir forests and alpine meadows.
In autumn, the Barbershop Trail portion of the Cabin Loop System is famous for its awesome display of colorful foliage.
Known for its carousel of changing views and ecosystems, the Abineau-Bear Jaw loop is among the most popular hikes in the Flagstaff area.
Situated in the backwaters of the upper Verde River, Tavasci Marsh is a birdwatcher's paradise.
Priceless glimpses of Arizona's beautiful central highlands await hikers on the summit of Mount Union, the high point of the Bradshaw mountain range.
“Hiking… saved my life,” says Kelly Thrush of Tucson. The liver transplant recipient points to 16 years of poor lifestyle choices, including a junk food diet and alcohol abuse, as factors in his near-fatal health crisis and ultimate wake-up call. While thankful for his second chance, Thrush struggled with shame and finding renewed purpose. “I wrestled with a lot of different ideas and questions… Why did I get to live that day? Someone’s child died...
More popular with hang gliders than hikers, this volcanic peak northwest of Greer is a gem famous for its windy conditions.
Located adjacent to several classic hiking destinations it's no wonder these lakeside gems live in unheralded obscurity.
There's an easy way to indulge your curiosity and step back in history along the dirt roads and prairies southeast of Williams.