Phoenix Kiosk
Dreamy Draw is open with these new upgrades
After years of improvements, Dreamy Draw Recreation Area is open and better than ever. Expect easier trail access, parking, accessibility and more.
Phoenix Kiosk
The Phoenix Summit Challenge closes 2 trailheads and occupies 8 local trails on Nov. 4
The PSC23 will use these eight Phoenix trails on 11/4/23. They remain open to the public but expect trail traffic to be heavier than usual. Desert Vista and Piestewa Trailheads are closed to the public on event day.
In Outdoors News
A little-known, deceivingly intense trail near Montezuma Castle National Monument
Content found in The Arizona Republic highlights the Verde Vista Loop Trail. It will lure you in with its strolling first mile, but don’t be fooled, this trail is rated ‘difficult.’
AZ National Forests Kiosk
Prescribed fire at Mingus Mountain, Prescott National Forest set for Oct. 23-Nov. 5
Prescribed fire will take place near Mingus Mountain east of Highway 89A from Oct. 23-Nov. 5, 2023. At least a handful of local trails may be affected.
AZ National Forests Kiosk
Globe District to be affected by Tonto National Forest’s prescribed blazes from Oct. 26-Nov. 17
Motorists are advised to exercise extreme caution when traveling on US Route 60, as there may be anticipated smoke impacts between mile markers 272 and 288. Griffin Hilltop Native Ruin trail possibly affected.
AZ National Forests Kiosk
Heavy machinery at work in the Verde Ranger District, Prescott National Forest
Use caution in Prescott National Forest on both sides of Cherry Road, north of Highway 169. Heavy machinery is at work on restoration and management through summer 2024.
Blog
Feeling fall in Arizona: The best hiking for Autumn leaf peeping
Taking in the autumn colors might not be what you think of when you plan in Arizona hike. But this list of fall-time hikes might just make you change your mind!
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Fall hiking in Arizona: These are the best trails in the Valley
It’s fall in Arizona and that means coming out from summertime hiding and exploring your favorite trails. These are the best ones to enjoy as the temperatures drop.