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Which place would you visit first? 1. Cathedral Wash (Page, AZ) 2. The Wave (near Page, AZ, permit required) 3. Havasupai, AZ (permit required) 4. Chiricahua National Monument, Wilcox, AZ 5. White Pocket (near Page, AZ) 6. Salome Jug (Salome Wilderness) 7. Inner Basin (Flagstaff, AZ) 8. Ooh Aah Point (Grand Canyon National Park) 9. West Clear Creek ⚠️Remember to plan ahead and prepare for your adventure by researching current trail conditions. Some of these hikes are harder than others. If you’re looking to relocate to Arizona, let’s work together to make it happen🤝 Megan Keruskin, Realtor🏠 LAUNCH powered by CØMPASS 📲 (724) 678-1269 📧 [email protected] Serving the Phoenix Metro Area🌵 👉 Follow @megan_keruskin #scottsdalerealtor #scottsdale #scottsdalerealestate #arizonahikes #azhike #azbucketlist (🎥: @jess.kesti96 )

Often referred to as the ULTIMATE bucket list hike… We can now officially confirm that The Wave is indeed extremely deserving of that title 😍 Only 64 people per day are granted permits to do this hike… making it possibly the most exclusive hike IN THE WORLD 🌎 48 permits are drawn each day in an online lottery for a date 4 months in advance. Only 16 permits are given out for the daily local lottery (2 days prior) where you have to physically be in the area to enter 🎟️ Words cannot describe how beautiful this area is! After spending an entire day out there trying to capture it properly we only hope that our content does this place the justice that it deserves 🫶🏼 Getting the email saying that we had won the lottery… truly felt like… well winning the lottery. It brought us to tears. 2 days later after a little over 3 miles of hiking we reached The Wave and again we were brought to tears 😭 Sure it’s hard to score a permit… we had tried around 50 times in total before we got ours… but we promise… it’s worth never giving up on this one 🥾 Be sure to add this one to the top of your bucket list and send this to someone you think deserves this experience ➡️

Would you climb 340 stairs for one of the best valley views near Buckeye, AZ? 👀 (📍 Victory Steps at Verrado. Trail starts at West Fern Dr.) Tag your hiking buddy 🥵🥾 #welcometoarizona #stairmaster #arizonahikes #buckeyeaz #sunsetviews #explorepage

Save this for the next time you visit Phoenix, Arizona🌵Did I miss any that should have been included? Video made in collab with @apilgrimslife Things to do in Phoenix Arizona | Phoenix Arizona Roadtrip Itinerary | Hikes in Phoenix #phoenix #phoenixarizona #arizonahikes #arizonahiking #roadtripamerica

BEST SEDONA HIKES ⬇️ one of the most frequently asked questions I get is which hikes I would recommend if you are visiting Sedona for the first time. below are a few of my tried and true favorites! 1. Hangover Trail 🥾5.8 miles out and back 📈941 ft elevation 🐶dog friendly 🅿️Red Rock or America the Beautiful Pass required to park 2. Boynton Canyon Trail 🥾7.2 miles out and back 📈964 ft elevation 🐶dog friendly 🅿️Red Rock or America the Beautiful Pass required to park 3. West Fork Trail 🥾6.5 miles out and back 📈564 ft elevation 🐶dog friendly 🅿️$11 per vehicle up to 5 people/walk-ins $2 per person 4. Cathedral Rock Trail 🥾1.2 miles out and back 📈741 ft elevation 🐶dogs allowed but not recommended due to the nature of the trail 🅿️Red Rock or America the Beautiful Pass required to park. must take the shuttle to the trailhead Thursday-Sunday 5. Merry-Go-Round Trail 🥾1.4 miles out and back 📈288 ft elevation 🐶dog friendly 🅿️Red Rock or America the Beautiful Pass required to park 🚗high clearance needed to access the trailhead 6. Robbers Roost 🥾 3 miles out and back 📈462 ft elevation 🐶dog friendly 🅿️free 🚗road to trailhead is dirt. if you don’t have high clearance, plan to hike an extra mile 7. Raven Caves 🥾0.5 miles out and back 📈55 ft elevation 🐶dog friendly 🅿️free but parking is limited 8. Vultee Arch 🥾3.4 miles out and back 📈534 ft elevation 🐶dog friendly 🅿️free 🚗high clearance vehicle needed to access the trailhead 9. Soldiers Pass Trail 🥾4.5 miles out and back 📈856 ft elevation 🐶dog friendly 🅿️Red Rock or American the Beautiful Pass required to park. must take the shuttle to the trailhead Thursday-Sunday hope this helps for your next trip to Sedona! #sedona #sedonaarizona #arizonahikes #visitsedona #naturephotography #reels #viral #travel #travelphotography

Page, Arizona is more than Horseshoe Bend + Antelope Canyon. If want fewer lines and more space here are spots worth adding to your itinerary 👇 Save this before your Page trip. Follow @ems_onadventure for more bucket list road trips 1️⃣ Waterholes Canyon 📍 ~10–15 mins from Page 🥾 ~1.5 miles round trip Guided tour required, but typically smaller groups and fewer people than Upper Antelope Canyon. 2️⃣ The New Wave 📍 ~10 mins from Page 🥾 ~1–1.5 miles wandering Free. No permit. Wave-style rock formations without the lottery stress. 3️⃣ Glen Canyon Dam Overlook Trail 📍 ~10 mins 🥾 ~1 mile round trip Quick hike, big payoff views. 4️⃣ Beehive Trail 📍 ~15 mins 🥾 ~1.5 miles round trip Easy hike with wild rock formations and way fewer people. 5️⃣ Hanging Garden Trail 📍 ~15 mins 🥾 ~1 mile round trip Hidden desert oasis most people skip. 6️⃣ Lake Powell (Kayak at Sunrise) 📍 5–15 mins depending on launch point 🥾 No hiking — paddle access Go early for glassy water and fewer boats. 7️⃣ Lone Rock Beach 📍 ~20 mins 🥾 No hike Camp right on the sand. Best at sunrise or sunset. 8️⃣ Cathedral Wash 📍 ~20 mins toward Lees Ferry 🥾 ~3 miles round trip Slot canyon vibes. No tour required. 9️⃣ Antelope Point Marina 📍 ~15 mins 🥾 Paddle access Slot canyon scenery without a packed tour group. 🔟 Toadstool Hoodoos 📍 ~30 mins toward Utah 🥾 ~1.5 miles round trip Short, unique rock formations. Easy add-on stop. 1️⃣1️⃣ Marble Canyon Scenic Drive 📍 ~45 mins 🥾 Scenic drive + optional short walks Dramatic desert views most visitors miss. 1️⃣2️⃣ Lees Ferry 📍 ~45 mins 🥾 ~1–2 miles exploring river area Colorado River access + Grand Canyon vibes without the crowds. 1️⃣3️⃣ Wahweap Hoodoos 📍 ~45 mins 🥾 ~9 miles round trip Longer hike, but surreal white hoodoos and very quiet compared to main attractions. 1️⃣4️⃣ Big Water Visitor Center (UT) 📍 ~20 mins 🥾 Short walks Dinosaur tracks + quiet desert scenery. 1️⃣5️⃣ Alstrom Point 📍 ~1.5 hours (high clearance vehicle recommended) 🥾 Minimal walking from viewpoint One of the most insane Lake Powell overlooks in the Southwest. Same area. Completely different experience❗️ #ArizonaTravel #ArizonaHikes #Southwest #HiddenGems

Expectation VS Reality 😱😱 at Devil’s Bridge 👀 Yes, the views are incredible, BUT this is one of Sedona’s most popular spots, and there’s often a line to walk across the bridge. Planning tip: • Starting from the main trailhead: ~4 miles round trip • With AWD access: closer to ~2 miles round trip Going early helps, but crowds still happen, patience makes the experience better. Still worth it just go in with the RIGHT expectations. #devilsbridgetrail #devilsbridge #sedonahiking #arizonahikes #optoutdoors Sedona Hikes | Popular Hikes in Arizona | Instagram vs reality | Travel Reality

Get my 90 page Sedona Visitor guide for more hikes at the link in bio! After 5+ years of exploring and living in Sedona, I’ve packed all my knowledge into one place so that you can experience the best of Sedona without the guesswork. This 90 page (don’t worry there’s lots of photos) guide includes: ✅ 20 of the best Sedona hiking trails with links to trail recordings & insider tips you won’t find online ✅ Scenic drives, ‘no hike’ viewpoints, swimming holes & must visit attractions for the ultimate adventure in Sedona ✅ Sedona Restaurants, coffee shops & nightlife recommendations for every craving ✅ Traffic & shuttle info, weather and safety tips plus camping advice to navigate like a pro ✅ A packing checklist so that you’re prepared to experience the high desert in the best way possible ✅ Day trip ideas from Sedona plus a 9 day southwest roadtrip Itinerary Whether it’s your first time visiting Sedona or you’re a regular, this guide will help you discover the best of Sedona! Grab your copy now at the link in my bio or copy this link into your browser: https://stan.store/PangBang ! 🔗✨ Things to do in Sedona Arizona | Sedona Vacation #sedonahikes #sedona #Sedonaaz In frame: @tiagofidelesdasilveira Sedona Arizona | Sedona Hikes | Hidden Gems | red rocks | lesser known hikes in Sedona Arizona | Solo female hiking | Hikes to do in Sedona | Arizona Roadtrip

Head to the link in our bio for more details🔗🥾 Some of these hikes require entrance fees and most of these hikes are hard. Check out our blog post in the link in our bio for more information ℹ️ 🚮Please remember to Leave No Trace. By researching and planning ahead, you can minimize your impact #tucson #arizonahikes #hikingtrails

everyone pictures Arizona as cactus and desert, but hidden in the Salt River Canyon is Apache Falls, one of the most underrated stops in the state 😍 add this to your AZ bucket list 💯 Apache Falls is about 2.5 hours from Phoenix the drive out there is stunning. for directions, you can pull it up on AllTrails Apache Falls is located just outside of Globe on the border of the San Carlos Apache Tribe and White Mountain Apache tribe lands in the Salt River Canyon. you do need a permit to visit so make sure you purchase one beforehand. you can purchase one at the Carrizo Gas Station for $20.the hike out to the falls is easy and less than a half mile. please remember to practice Leave No Trace while visiting 🙏🏻 tag who you want to go with 😍 #arizona #arizonahikes #arizonatravel #apachefalls #saltriver

Add these five trails to your list! SCORPION TRAIL [ 2.3 miles, 220 feet of elevation ] — This trail is often overlooked by most visitors, but the views of Cathedral Rock from certain parts of this hike are unmatched. It’s an easier one, so make sure you don’t miss it. HILINE TRAIL [ 8.4 miles, 1232 feet of elevation ] — Most people take this trail about two miles in to a viewpoint and then turn around. There’s incredible views of Bell Rock, Courthouse Rock, and Cathedral Rock along the way. SECRET SLICK ROCK [ 0.9 miles, 83 feet of elevation ] — This might be one of the easiest hikes in Sedona, and for the amount of payoff that you get with the view at the end — this one is a must. CIBOLA PASS [ 2.0 miles, 310 feet of elevation ] — Starting at the Jordan Road trailhead, this trail takes you all the way to Devil’s Kitchen where you can connect over to the Seven Sacred Pools. BIRTHING CAVE [ 1.9 miles, 244 feet of elevation ] — One of Sedona’s most famous caves! And the hike is totally doable for everyone in the family. There is some uphill at the very end, but it’s not much.

Kid-friendly hiking in AZ? Here are 5 toddler-approved trails your little explorers can totally handle! 🌵👣 🌈 1. Waterfall Trail – White Tank Mountains (Surprise, AZ) @whitetankmountainsconservancy $7 per car or FREE with your @maricopaparks pass! 1.9 miles out & back, paved about halfway. A few stairs near the end but super doable — I’ve done it with kids ages 2–5! 🌄 2. Hole in the Rock – Papago Park (Phoenix, AZ) FREE! A tiny 0.3 mile loop. My 2-year-old hiked this all on his own. Just keep littles close once you’re inside the rock. ⛏️ 3. Quartz Mine Loop – Skyline Regional Park (Buckeye, AZ) @skylineregionalpark FREE! A short 1.3 mile loop around the mountain. You’ll pass an old mine and enjoy well-maintained trails. Some spots feel steep but toddlers can do it slow & steady (or hand-in-hand!). 🌊 4. Roadrunner Trail – Lake Pleasant (Peoria, AZ) @lakepleasantaz $7 entry or FREE with a Maricopa Parks Pass. A fun 1.6 mile out & back near the nature center and themed park. Minimal elevation + tons of picnic spots. Expect a wet toddler… the water is very tempting! 🦋 5. Dragonfly Trail – Spur Cross (Cave Creek, AZ) FREE! A beautiful 1.7 mile loop through mesquite groves. Some steeper sections and ledges, so younger hikers may need a hand. We’ve been doing this trail since my middle was 3! ✨ If you want more outdoor adventures and kid-friendly hiking inspo, be sure to follow @theplaydistrict_phoenix & @phoenixwithkids to play (and hike) like a local! 🌵💛 #PlayLikeALocal #ThePlayDistrict_Phoenix #PhoenixWithKids #AZKids #ArizonaHikes #KidFriendlyHikes #ExploreArizona