Arizona

“National Parks of the West – second edition” Published by Fodor’s Travel Publications Rim Trail  Distance:         12.0 miles one way The most popular walking path at the South Rim is…Rim trail which runs along the edge of the canyon from the first overlook on Desert View Drive to Hermits Rest.  This walk, which is paved … Continue reading »

“National Parks of the West – second edition” Published by Fodor’s Travel Publications     “The World’s most beautiful scar, according to many, the Grand Canyon is a sight that everyone should see at least once in a lifetime.  At 277 miles long, 18 miles across at its widest point, the canyon is painted in … Continue reading »

November 2004 I have fond, but vague, memories of visiting Flintstone City during family car vacations through British, Columbia when I was a kid and we were excited to find out that there was a Flintstone City on the way to the Grand Canyon. I remember the one in BC being much more elaborate but … Continue reading »

“100 Classic Hikes in Arizona – Second Edition” by Scott S. Warren Published by The Mountaineers Books       Peralta Trail Distance:        4.5 miles round trip Difficulty:       Easy Hiking Time:   3 hours Elevation:      5,800 to 5,500 feet   Situated in the starkly beautiful northern region of Petrified Forest National Park, Onyx Bridge is one of many … Continue reading »

“100 Classic Hikes in Arizona – Second Edition” by Scott S. Warren Published by The Mountaineers Books       Wind Cave  Distance:         3.2 miles one way Difficulty:        Moderate Hiking Time:    2 hours Elevation:        2,000 to 2,800 feet   Embracing several tracks of mountainous terrain in and around Phoenix, the Maricopa County park system provides … Continue reading »