Overview Despite being less than 2 hours from Phoenix, Prescott National Forest is the least visited National Forest in Arizona being overshadowed by its brethren to the east: Tonto, Apache-Sitgreaves, and Coconino. The forest lies in between the Northern Arizona’s plateaus and Southern Arizona’s deserts creating a mountainous region that can provide a cool refuge […]
Best Hikes in Tonto National Forest (AZ)
Overview Located just north of Phoenix, Tonto National Forest in central Arizona is 5th largest national forest in the country. It is extremely diverse and its landscape ranges from the Saguaro cactus-heavy Sonoran Desert in the south to tall pine tree forests of the Mogollon Rim in the north. There are 8 wilderness areas within Tonto […]
Best Hikes in Kaibab National Forest (AZ)
Overview Located in northern Arizona, Kaibab National Forest sandwiches the North Rim and South Rim of the Grand Canyon. It is divided into 3 major districts: North Kaibab Ranger District (North), Tusayan Ranger District (South), and the Williams Ranger District (South, near Williams, AZ). Elevations range from about 3,000 feet to 10,418 feet at the […]
Best Hiking Pants and Shirts – 2019
While you’re out of the trail you are going to want to come prepared with proper clothing that will keep you comfortable on your hikes. Everyone has their own style and preferences but there are certain options that you can’t avoid. Whether you’re in the market for a new pair of hiking pants or a […]
Best Hiking Backpacks – 2019
If you’re going to go hiking, you’ll need a backpack to bring with you. What type of backpack you need will depend on the length and difficulty of your hike! I’ve included several great options for you to choose from below for every situation you may find yourself in! Make sure you visit the Gear […]