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Hiking and Biking
Get tips on the best hikes and places to bike for beginners and seasoned adventurers alike, order a trail guide and more.
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Guided Tours & Sightseeing
Explore the desert by land, air and water with the knowledgeable guides at these local companies.
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Gardens, Parks and Zoos
Get the details on wildlife zoos, tranquil parks and desert preserves.
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Cool Things to do Outdoors in Summer
Hike at dawn, float a river midday and pedal through the desert at night.
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Best Hikes in Phoenix
There’s a great trail for every skill level within a short drive from anywhere in Greater Phoenix. Check out our guide to the best hikes in Phoenix.
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Moonlight Hiking
An avowed ‘night owl’ communes with glowing scorpions and night-blooming cactuses on a guided, after-dark hike.
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Best Phoenix Hiking Trails for Beginners
New to hiking? These easy desert treks will ease you into the world of outdoor adventure.
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Paddling the Salt River
A leisurely float puts rivergoers up close to wild mustangs, blue herons and bald eagles.
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Instagram Inspiration
These six local Instagrammers showcase the beauty of the Sonoran Desert like few others. Their images will have you wanting to hike a trail, watch a sunset and more.
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Dog-Friendly Phoenix
We've got your guide to dog-friendly Phoenix, including top hiking trails, off-leash dog parks and pet-friendly restaurant patios.
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Best Places to Trail Run
Arizona Outback Adventures shares their picks for the best places to trail run in Phoenix.
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Petroglyph Hikes
Petroglyphs—rock carvings left behind by ancient civilizations—can still be seen on these local trails.
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Phoenix Summit Challenge
This multi-mountain trek inspires hikers to look beyond Phoenix’s iconic peaks for their next excursion.
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The Arizona Trail
Hiker who’s traversed the state (twice) on the AZT shares her favorite trail segments near Phoenix.
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