Posts in Category: Hiking | Top Ten Travel List

Attraction of the Week: Mather Point at the Grand Canyon’s South Rim

The Grand Canyon’s gorgeous South Rim is a must-see for anyone traveling to or through beautiful Northern Arizona. Fortunately, Mike and I have been able to take several trips here since ...

Oak Creek Canyon Drive: 14 Miles of Beauty Between Flagstaff & Sedona

Oak Creek Canyon Drive is an extremely picturesque 14 mile drive located along Route 89a in Northern Arizona. It’s a beautiful means of transportation from Flagstaff to Sedona or vice versa. I ...

Red Rock State Park: Gorgeous Sedona Views Minus the Crowds

Although there are many amazing hiking trails scattered throughout Sedona, with these fabulous views often comes intense crowds. I’ve lived in the area for several years and so I am always ...

Attraction of the Week: Trees of Mystery in Northern California

Trees of Mystery is a touristy, yet very entertaining and worthwhile roadside attraction which gives you the opportunity to learn more about the beautiful coast redwood trees. Before visiting, I ...

Attraction of the Week: The Beautiful Trails at Northern Arizona’s Fort Tuthill County Park

Fort Tuthill is a beautiful 413 acre Northern Arizona park located in Coconino County just outside of Flagstaff. I lived just minutes down the road in Kachina Village and used this beautiful local ...

Exploring the Beautiful South Rim of the Grand Canyon

Living in Northern Arizona for several years, I had the unique opportunity to visit the Grand Canyon several times. As one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, I believe at least a quick stop ...

Usery Mountain Regional Park: Cacti & Mountain Views in Mesa

If you have ever vacationed in the Phoenix metro, then you probably know that beautiful nature surrounds the city in every direction. There are so many wonderful hikes in the Sonoran desert; I ...

Hiking in the Desert Sun: Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve

What I love most about southern Arizona is that there are so many breathtaking places to hike and mountain bike. Seriously, you will never run out of options. I have taken many daytrips here from ...

Hiking the Incredibly Scenic Fat Man’s Loop in Flagstaff, Arizona

Since moving to Flagstaff, I’ve enjoyed most of the trails in and around town. I hike nearly every weekend; it’s hard to travel anywhere else when the scenery here is so ...

Exploring Walnut Canyon National Monument in Northern Arizona

Walnut Canyon National Monument is one of my favorite historical sites I have visited since moving to Northern Arizona. It’s one of 7 easily accessible marvels of nature which has earned ...