One of the most interesting routes in the north section of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, Coyote Canyon Trail is already a hiker favorite because of its unique features.
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Hiking January 2022Mesquite Canyon Hike at White Tank Mountain Regional Park
Matthew JohnsonJune 23, 2021
Great views can be had after only a short bit of climbing and vistas improve around every bend.
Hiking January 2022Massacre Grounds Hike in Superstition Wilderness Area
Matthew JohnsonJune 23, 2021
The route cuts through the remnants of 35 million year old volcanic activity.
Established in 2011, Spear S Trailhead gives access to a splendid stretch of rangeland via paths created by the Hohokam people.
Avoid holiday traffic and crowds with an early morning hike in the Hassayampa River Preserve in Wickenburg.
City of Phoenix park ranger Samantha Nickel is uniquely qualified for taking on the crowds at some of the city’s hiking hubs. Nickel draws upon her experience in corrections, caregiving and airline bag wrangling for her current position in the city’s East Park district, which includes Camelback Mountain, Piestewa Peak, Dreamy Draw and Papago Park. Being able to work diplomatically with diverse populations in busy, physically demanding outdoor conditions comes naturally to the native Arizonan...
Be safe and responsible while outdoor recreating this summer by respecting fire restrictions in the forests.
Citizen HikerVolunteers Rebuild Part of Maricopa Trail Damaged by Wildfire
Mare CzinarApril 19, 2021
The stories of the volunteer groups who repaired fire-damaged trails will restore your hope for America's youth.
Citizen HikerOB-GYN Dr. Tamar Gottfried Believes Hiking is the Perfect Way for Pregnant Women to Optimize Their Health
Mare CzinarApril 13, 2021
Dr. Tamar Gottfried expects a bit of a baby boom in 2021. While the Mesa-based OB-GYN (obgynmesa.com) has seen a decrease in routine screenings and consultations due to the coronavirus pandemic, she has also witnessed an uptick in new pregnancies. Whether that’s a byproduct of quarantine is a subject for historians, but even in these virus-cloistered times, expectant moms need exercise and fresh air. Gottfried, who leads hikes for the Arizona Trailblazers hiking club (azhikers.org),...
Citizen HikerHiking Guide to Black Canyon National Recreational Trail: Drinking Snake Segment
Mare CzinarMarch 12, 2021
Explore the Arizona Outback less than an hour's drive outside of the Valley.
Citizen HikerRaising Arizona Hikers
Mare CzinarDecember 11, 2020
For the Twaddell family of Cave Creek, hiking is a family affair. Their patriarch, Graham, an environmental consultant, has been hitting the trails with 10-year-old son Enler and 6-year-old daughter Neala since before they could walk. While the sport comes naturally to them, Twaddell says that getting his kids started in hiking took planning and patience. “I found planning the hike during the week, looking at trail maps together, preparing our equipment and generally talking...
FeaturesThings to DoHikes, Bikes & More
Keridwen CorneliusNovember 13, 2020
One good thing about 2020: It dramatically enhanced our appreciation for exercising alfresco. Find more than 50 ways to stay active outside with this Valleywide feature.
Citizen HikerPhoenix Hiker Heather Viti Taylor Takes It Easy on Arizona Trails
Mare CzinarOctober 13, 2020
As a former smoker living with reactive asthma that’s exacerbated by exercise, Heather Viti Taylor takes it easy while hiking Arizona trails. While her lack of speed allows for heightened enjoyment of the outdoors, it’s not always well-received by other hikers. “I used to feel embarrassed for ascending so slowly,” the Phoenix executive assistant says. “Half the time I will hike alone because it’s easier to not hold anyone back, but I’ve also learned to...
Citizen HikerBack on the Trail: Phoenix Hiker Toni Barker Shares Her Favorite Treks
Mare CzinarJuly 8, 2020
Toni Barker of Phoenix does not like snow. A native of Guyana in South America, Barker arrived in Arizona by way of Kansas in 2013. “I’m accustomed to sunshine all year, so moving to Arizona was the perfect choice,” Barker says. “My company at that time was expanding in Arizona, so I applied and got the job. I packed up my car, rented an apartment online and drove over 15 hours to a state where...
PHXTogetherVideo: 7 Hikes & Cozy Cabins, Coronavirus Quarantine and Favorite Takeout & Food Delivery
Matthew JohnsonMay 13, 2020
Our PHOENIX magazine staff gives you a sneak peak at the May 2020 issue on newsstands now.