Cathedral Rock is a moderate trail. I highly recommend that if you're not used to using all hands,…read morefeet and your butt to climb, hike and walk through then don't attempt to go far here. You have to park in a lot, take the metro rail to the entrance and then make sure you use the bathroom first thing because there are no other bathrooms. Watch others to see how they tackle the rocks and hills and different areas. Also, trust when I say that you will get red dirt all over you and what you carry. Make sure you have a backpack and water bottle that you can just carry on your person. When you reach the top, it is truly a masterpiece! Going down was harder than going up by the way. Be very careful on your way down. Took us about 1.5 hours to get to the top and then about the same going back down. Watched a few people slip and fall, walk barefoot, and even touch the cactus. We're so glad we took this trail as beginners in Sedona.

It's a great hike, views are great. The transportation can be a bit challenging. If the parking lot…read moreis full and the shuttle parking is full, you will need to park in uptown and take another shuttle. Spent more time getting to the trail head vs. the time on the hike.

This is a decent hiking spot. While it does have a ton of space, it still is kind of small too and…read moregoes around in a quick circle. The biggest complaint I have is needing to pay for parking because it's not that big of a hiking trail or spot. But it can still give you a decent view of the scenery as well as see beautiful rock formations. Will also say that the spot where the memorial for where the constellation crashed is touching. However, again this is not the best hiking spot.

The Constellation trail is a great local hiking area with a series of trails through the north end…read moreof the granite dells outcropping. So if you're looking for a short easy one to three hour walk this is a great place to visit. See my older review about the naming of this park dedicated to the Navy Constellation which crashed here. There is ample parking at the trailhead and restrooms. Make sure to bring your water though because it can be hot in the summer. However their are great trees to provide rest areas. It is full of birds and wildlife.

This stunning lake is just outside of Prescott. The scenery is spectacular, with amazing rock…read moreformations around and in the lake. There are several hiking trails around it. There is some boating/kayaking allowed. Boat ramps, some playground equipment, picnic tables. It costs to get in, but you can buy an annual pass which gets you into other parks in the area. We love coming here when we're in the area.

It seems like this lake is a good place for activities like kayaking or paddle boarding. However,…read moremy plan was to hike a loop around the lake. I have been hiking for 40 years in Arizona, and this was one of my worst experiences. The map they give you at the pay station is worthless, and the maps posted along the trail were also worthless, because they didn't have an "X" to indicate where you were. I ended up getting lost and hiking almost 3 miles farther than I had intended. Yes, that is partly on me for not doing more research before I drove up from Phoenix, but some comments I read online said there is a good loop hike around the lake, and that is definitely not true. Just do an out-and-back hike along the east side of the lake and you will be OK.

Simply a marvelous place. This national forest surrounds the Grand Canyon, but it doesn't get even…read morea small fraction of attention as the Grand Canyon does. Maybe that's a good thing, since the peacefulness is one of the attractions. You really get a good sense of place when visiting. The Kaibab National forest covers 1.6 million acres, from canyons to prairies and mountain peaks. There are three sections: the North Kaibab Ranger District (north of Grand Canyon National Park), the Tusayan Ranger District (south of Grand Canyon National Park), and the Williams Ranger District. There are several visitor centers that have information about the area and things to do. Some of the national forest is scarred by forest fire, but new plant life is colonizing those areas again.

GC was closed to overnights because a water main broke... This is a good alternate choice if you…read moreare mostly "self-contained"! Very close to GC and on the same road.

I recently hiked a gorgeous trail in 105-degree weather. It was quite challenging, and halfway…read morethrough I wasn't sure if I would reach the top, but I made it! If you decide to go, here are a few tips: - There are some shaded areas where you can stop to catch your breath. - Be sure to wear a hat and sunscreen. - Use a water backpack instead of a bottle; you will need both hands free for certain sections of the trail. - Parking is very limited, so I recommend arriving early. - I do not recommend bringing little kids *Beautiful views made it all worthwhile*

I have a "life list" and Devils Bridge has been on it for a while. Well another checkmark on my…read morelist. The hike is fairly easy but there is an area with a small climb. The bridge itself might be a little intimidating if you have a fear of heights. The experience was as I imagined... spectacular. People line up for pictures and everyone is nice enough to take other people's pictures. Please come and create your own adventure.

Amazing hike! All incline! Over 600 feet in elevation I…read moreenjoyed it very much! The views are absolutely breathtaking and I loved the options for the hike down as well.

OK. This is a super short and super easy hike. It is slightly challenging if you take the direct…read moreroute straight up. Going this direction, it is paved all the way to the base of the rock formation forming the top. Going this direction is also steeper than going the opposite direction (CCW). From here, you're climbing, not hiking. But that part is pretty easy too...just be careful and stay within your limits. Perigrin falcons nest on the top rock section and this section does have a nesting closure period which I believe is summer through fall...but you should research the exact range as I'm not sure. If you keep your eyes open, you can see them most times of the year...but they're fast! You can also get to the base of the rock section forming the top, by a dirt path. The grade is easier, but the path there is longer. You'll occasionally see mountain bikes on this path, so heads up. Regardless of which path you use to get to the top, keep your eyes open (& ears a listening) for rattlesnake. I've seen them multiple times hiking this area. I've also seen numerous hikers that let their dogs run free (against park rule). It would not be a good day for your dog if it gets bitten.

FYI: If you're planning to go during the government shutdown, you can't drive all the way to the…read moreparking lot -- it's about an 8-mile hike (a lot of it on gravel). But honestly, it's worth every step! Just when you think you've reached the falls... you haven't. Keep going! The road in is pure washboard -- about 13 miles of bump city -- so make sure you have a 4-wheel drive and that nothing inside your car is loose. Fossil Creek is absolutely stunning, and bonus -- no permit needed after October 1st. The other thing says this trail is easy. No, it's not to be careful if you're taking somebody elderly over that doesn't have good mobility because there's some rocks you had a climb and what not also make sure you take plenty of water to drink and a little snack everything you pack in your pack. I would also suggest leaving the house by three 330. No later you don't wanna be hiking in the pitch dark.

People really need to be better educated on the permit process and the strict requirements that are…read morenow being enforced. We had our permit that one of our husbands printed for us but since he was not in vehicle, they would not allow us to enter!! Worse than our problem were 2 women in thier turn around lot at thier gate and those 2 women were still stranded in the heat nearly 6 hours later. We the park rangers failed to relay a hugely important message to those ladies about thier spare tire being In the middle of the road 10 miles back !! Again a huge disappointment for those park employees who witnessed these women being stranded, and we feel with 3 employees and 2 trucks could have easily assisted these women or at the very least let them know where thier spare was located ! We were hugely inconvenienced by driving back several miles to pile into one car as the option they offered us, but these poor ladies we believe were clearly suffering unnecessary while not one of those employees told them where thier spare was located or possibly offered to get it for them .

Sycamore canyon is located near Cottonwood/Clarkdale, accessible via 11 miles of dirt road,…read moresignificantly less people compared other trails, great place to come to enjoy wildlife and water holes. I would recommend SUV or truck to drive this 11 miles dirt road but I did see one Sedan parked at the trailhead. No entrance fees to this area. Hike to the first water hole/ swimming hole is only 1.1 miles one way, except the initial 200 feet elevation drop off, trail is relatively flat. Trail is marked with carin, since trail is less traveled, look for carin to stay on the trail. First water hole is deep enough for cliff jump. If you arrive early in the morning, water and lights are perfect to take reflecting images. Water stays cold even in the summer. No restrooms or drinking water available, bring plenty of water and food when visiting this trail

Absolutely beautiful hike and a nice watering hold at the end. Would recommend a off road vehicle…read moreas the road gets a lil gnarly.

If you want to rock hunt and experience a remote mining area with classic high desert landscape,…read more the portion of Black Canyon Trail starting at the intersection of Antelope Creek Rd and Crown King Forest Rd 59 is a great trail. The parking area is easy to access from the I-17 by taking the Bloody Basin exit, driving 3 miles west on a good dirt road, then heading south for 2.7 miles on Antelope Creek Rd (179), take a left at the fork and drive 1.3 more miles and turn left at a stop sign and another immediate left to park at a round water tank and corral. The hike heads across FR 59 following a single track, signed trail to the south. Numerous mountain bike tracks were seen on the trail, though on a Friday we did not see any cyclists or other hikers. There are numerous outcrops of quartz and iron rich rocks that are fun to search through, and excellent views to the Bradshaws and the valleys to the east and south. Walk as far as you like on the easy trail. As you return to your vehicle, take a detour to the old Hidden Treasure Mine a short distance up a Jeep trail. There is a rusted tank, some pipes and an old Adobe structure to look at, though no rock hunting. Give the old talus piles a miss as they have clearly been used to target practice with a lot of scattered glass bottles and rusted tin cans. Before leaving the area walk around the corral to the south where there is a lovely pond with a few old sycamores and water reeds. We did not see a pump, so the water may be from a natural spring.

Doing another hike today! Going to see how far I can make it this time last time I did 1 mile and 1…read moremile back in so let's see if I can go one mile and a half to two miles okay thank you it will be a great Trail today I like it it's a bright sunny day the trails Mark there's no getting lost all you need is moderate shoes and socks to do this Trail.

Super fun hike and we got some really creative individual and group pics. It's a hike to remember…read more The last 300 feet is a climb but otherwise easy hike. Please come and create your own adventure.

We had help finding our way. GPS stops working so have it downloaded. Could use a sign but the…read morelittle scramble up and down is worth the view. Saw javelina on the way back to trailhead.