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Hiking Hotspot: Raven Cliff Falls at Caesars Head State Park

Caesars Head State Park is one of the most popular parks for hikers, outdoor enthusiasts, leaf peepers, and photographers visiting Upstate South Carolina. Caesars head joins with nearby Jones Gap State Park. Together, the 2 parks comprise a 13,000 acre stretch of land referred to as the Mountain ...

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Hiking Hotspot: Tucson’s Hidden Canyon Bowen Trail

The eclectic Southwestern city of Tucson, Arizona is surrounded by 4 beautiful mountain ranges: the Rincons, the Santa Catalinas, the Santa Ritas, and the Tucson mountains. Tucson is well known for its’ many beautiful parks. Of these, Sabino Canyon, Saguaro National Park, and Catalina State ...

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Hiking Hotspot: The High Altitude Trails of Mt. Lemmon

Located at an altitude of over 7000 ft in the cool pines of Southern Arizona’s Coronado National Forest, Mt. Lemmon is your best bet when it comes to escaping the brutal 100+ degree summer weather. When the temps soar into the dreaded triple digits (which happens quite frequently during the ...

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Hiking Hotspot: Tumamoc Hill in Tucson

Tumamoc Hill is a local Tucson hotspot for getting in a scenic workout close to the city. This urban oasis is one of the best options when it comes to hiking within a picturesque urban landscape. A very steep climb of approximately 1.5 miles leads you to a scenic overlook of the entire city. Along ...

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Hiking Hotspot: A Stunning Climb Up Doe Mountain in Sedona

For the most spectacular 360 degree views of Sedona’s stunning red rocks, plan for a climb up Doe Mountain. Although it may seem like a big feat, the 0.7 mile climb up to the mesa of Doe Mountain features a series of switchbacks with just 400 feet in elevation gain, thus making it a great ...

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Hiking Hotspot: A Picturesque, Relaxing Stroll Along Marg’s Draw in Sedona

Marg’s Draw is one of Sedona’s easiest & shortest trails, and it also happens to be located super close to town, so the combined hike & drive over will not take up too much of your day. The Marg’s Draw Trail is a perfect starting trail for just about anyone, as it is both ...

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Hiking Hotspot: The Sugarloaf Summit Trail in Sedona, Arizona

Sedona, Arizona is an oasis for outdoor and fitness lovers. More and more tourists are planning trips to the area to take in the beauty of the stunning ancient red rock formations. On the downside, this means that this beautiful red rock wonderland is becoming less of a hidden gem and more of ...

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Hiking Hotspot: The Teacup Trail in Sedona, Arizona

There are endless trails to choose amongst in breathtaking Sedona. Some are quick in-town hikes that can be completed in just an hour, while others are all day adventures requiring a bit of extra preparation. One thing all Sedona hikes have in common is tremendous red rock scenery not found ...

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Hiking Hotspot: The Jim Thompson Trail in Sedona

One of Sedona’s lesser known trails is the beautiful Jim Thompson trail. This lack of tourist traffic makes this beautiful hike all the more appealing. Featuring amazing views of the Steamboat Rock formation, as well as a surprising amount of greenery for the area, it really is a nice little ...

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Hiking Hotspot: Los Liones Canyon in LA

The Southern California region is loaded with endless hiking opportunities. The rugged desert landscapes combined with some of the most magnificent coastal views in the country leads to some pretty amazing hiking scenery. Hiking in the Santa Monica Mountains is a must for any outdoor enthusiast ...

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