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Hiking & Trails

Breathtaking natural features and vibrant scenery make Arizona the perfect location for hiking, rappelling, and exploring the great outdoors. Whether you're climbing desert mesas, hiking along mountain streams, or navigating gorgeous canyons, you will fall in love with Arizona.


Several trails are close to city centers, too, making it easier to get out in nature to enjoy iconic saguaros and other beautiful sights throughout the desert.


Hundreds of hiking trails can be found in Arizona, with trips ranging from short, easy loops in the heart of the city, to multiple-day treks in remote wilderness areas. Grand Canyon hiking is a favorite for both family trips and expert expeditions, but there are also countless hiking trails at other sites, including many of Arizona’s national parks, monuments, and recreation areas.

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Windy Point, Mount Lemmon

National Scenic Trail

The Arizona Trail

The Arizona Trail, a National Scenic Trail that forms a meandering 800-mile path across Arizona, from Mexico to Utah, offers an excellent opportunity for those who want to make a challenging trek across the entire state.

Trail Running

Trail Running

Arizona is a running mecca. From high-altitude trail running in Flagstaff to desert trail running in the Superstitions, we've asked some of Arizona’s most experienced athletes for their top trail runs.

Hiking Trails

Hiking Arizona

The 6th largest state has over 2,000 hiking trails to choose from. Desert to water. Rim to rim. Flatland to ridgeline. The tough part is choosing which one to hike.

Hiking Arizona

A Guide to Hiking the Grand Canyon Rim to Rim The “Right Way”

Grand Canyon National Park draws millions of visitors from around the world to experience its iconic beauty. As seen from the edge of the canyon, it’s incredible. But when seen up close on a rim-to-rim hike, it’s near spiritual. Here’s how to do it safely.

6 Easy Arizona Hikes

Hiking Arizona

Arizona is renowned as a hiking destination. Many challenging hikes—such as Camelback Mountain in Phoenix or Bright Angel Trail at the Grand Canyon—grant breathtaking views that can only be seen on the trail. But so do plenty of easier hikes ...

Hit the Road. Count the Parks.

Arizona Parks Passport

From cactus to canyons, pine forests to sky islands, Arizona's parks and monuments feature a wide array of scenery, history, trails and activities for all ages. So, hit the Road. Count the Parks.

Grand Canyon Hikes

Hiking the Grand Canyon

Of the 5.9 million visitors who come to Grand Canyon National Park each year, only one-precent ever descend below the rim. Now's your chance to become a one-percenter.

Know Before You Go

Hiking Tips

Before you go, check out Arizona hiking tips for important information on staying safe and avoiding injury, dehydration, and other common problems.

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REI Co-op Adventure Center

The REI Adventure Center in Scottsdale offers adventures for all, including guided hiking, road and mountain biking, kayaking, rafting, and...

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San Bernardino National Wildlife Refuge

Situated at 3,720 to 3,920 feet elevation in the bottom of a wide valley, the San Bernardino National Wildlife Refuge is home to more than...

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San Carlos Recreation & Wildlife

We welcome sportsmen to the San Carlos Apache tribal lands. Our vast reservation is located in east-central Arizona and spans three...

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Shendo Cat Racing

Welcome to Shendo Cat Racing, proud adventurers and producers of the XTERRA Arizona Trail Series and the Fat Turkey Trail Run.

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South Mountain Environmental Education Center (SMEEC)

No visit to South Mountain Park is complete without a stop at SMEEC. Whether you're looking for tips to enjoy family, friends or solo time...

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Trail Lovers Excursions

Trail Lovers Excursions offers the most unique outdoor adventures in Sedona. Our specialized and private outings combine multiple hiking...

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Wildland Trekking

We offer unforgettable hiking vacations with tours that fit nearly anyone who loves to hike in world-renowned, breathtaking landscapes....

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Cities & Regions

From the abundance of Saguaro cactuses and unique wildlife in the Sonoran Desert to the high country and forests of the White Mountains to the breathtaking Grand Canyon, Arizona’s regions are full of experiences that don’t disappoint.