The Best Hiking Trails in Arizona (United States)

Havasupai Falls Trail

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Distance

14.06mi

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6722f

TrailRank

73

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The journey from the trailhead to Beaver Falls drops 850m (2800ft) over a distance of 24km (15mi) while passing through a deep narrow canyon with lush vegetation along Havasu Creek which plunges a half dozen times formin...

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Arizona Tucson - Picacho Peak loop

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Efmer

Distance

7.44mi

Elevation +

3301f

TrailRank

73

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This hike is part hiking part climbing. There are two approaches to the top. Hunter and Sunset, the first being the shortest is the most popular. The Sunset is longer because of the longer easy approach. The Sunset ...

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Arizona Sedona - A.B. Young

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Distance

5.28mi

Elevation +

3018f

TrailRank

72

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Nice hike with views up to the fire outlook. Take Hwy 89A (Mile 383) to Bootlegger campground, park just after the campground on the right. (you are not allowed to park at the campground). On the campground, go down th...

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Grand Canyon: S Kaibab - Tonto - Bright Angel

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Distance

18.26mi

Elevation +

4859f

TrailRank

72| 4.67

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Shawn and I set out on a day hike to the Colorado River via South Kaibab - Bright Angel, however part way down we come to learn the lower end of Bright Angel was closed as a result of a rock slide. After doing lunch by t...

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Cathedral Loop - Sedona

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davidarizona

Distance

9.83mi

Elevation +

2274f

TrailRank

71

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Slim Shady, Templeton, and Hi Line trails plus the spur up Cathedral Rock. Rated moderate if done in cool weather; was difficult on a 95 degree day in September. The spur up Cathedral is difficult and includes scrambling...

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Arizona Tucson - La Milagrosa Loop

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Efmer

Distance

6.32mi

Elevation +

1864f

TrailRank

69

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Great canyons, on a fine, but unmarked trail that loops around the Agua Caliente wash. Parking along the road, just before the gate. Hike past the gate of the gated community and follow the dirt road. At the end pas...

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Arizona Tucson - Romero Canyon Trail

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Distance

6.16mi

Elevation +

2093f

TrailRank

68

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A hike up into the canyon, to the Romero pools. A scenic hike with great views. The trail is well marked and easy to follow. At the start you may get your feet wet at the easy water crossing. The trail starts easy b...

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Arizona - Lake Havasu - Alien loop

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Distance

10.61mi

Elevation +

1066f

TrailRank

66

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A very scenic hike. But don't underestimate the rough terrain, you can easily get lost out here. The trail follows the burro trails. Burro's can be spotted here frequently, but not always. Drive North of Lake Hava...

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Arizona Sedona - Broken Arrow Loop

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Distance

6.54mi

Elevation +

1201f

TrailRank

66| 5.0

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Nice mostly easy scenic loop across the red rocks and back closer to Sedona. There are a couple of parking places. One at the church (Back o Beyond / Indian Cliffs) one further at the Trail head (B) and another at the r...

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Arizona Sedona - Soldier Pass Arch

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Distance

3.53mi

Elevation +

1375f

TrailRank

64| 4.0

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Nice arches along the Soldier Pass Trail. Take the Soldier Pass Road (North) in Sedona to the parking of the Soldier Pass. Take the Soldier Pass Trail (Not the jeep trail). At the crossing take a look at the large s...

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USA - Grand Canyon: Bright Angel trail and South Kaibab trail [en | es]

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Distance

15.80mi

Elevation +

7136f

TrailRank

62| 4.33

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[Spanish] El Grand Canyon (Arizona), conocido en España como el cañón del Colorado es un lugar absolutamente espectacular. Te hace sentir insignificante en el espacio por su grandiosidad y también en el tiempo ya que se...

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Arizona Sedona - Wilson Mountain Summit - Overlook

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Efmer

Distance

6.79mi

Elevation +

1585f

TrailRank

61

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One of my favorites, with one of the best views in town. Hike Wilson Mountain Trail or North Wilson Mountain Trail up to First Bench. From First Bench the trail goes zig zag uphill until reaching the Second Bench. ...

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Arizona Sedona - Damifino-Casner-Canyon-Munds-Loop Part 2

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Distance

8.03mi

Elevation +

2838f

TrailRank

61

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This is a part of a loop, see part 1 for the start of the hike. Nice part that goes up Casner Canyon on a rather steep path with most of the views closer to the top. At the crossing with Damifino go right uphill on a...

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Arizona - Sedona - Sycamore Canyon Indian Ruins

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Distance

13.48mi

Elevation +

3950f

TrailRank

61

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A spectacular hike up to some nice Indian ruins. The views on this trail are the best, what Sedona used to be, before people living there. This trail starts at the same point as the: Once down into the canyon,...

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Arizona - Sedona - Cookstove - Harding Springs Loop

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Distance

4.27mi

Elevation +

2920f

TrailRank

58| 4.33

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A hike out of the canyon. Start north of the Cave Springs campground, mp 285.6. From the parking, hike north on a hiking trail. This trail is difficult to follow, as it sometimes runs towards Oak Creek. So after a ...

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Arizona Sedona - Damifino-Casner-Canyon-Munds-Loop Part 1

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Efmer

Distance

8.03mi

Elevation +

2838f

TrailRank

57

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Views Views, this is one of the best hikes in town. This is a loop but you can hike this one as a separate hike. See Part 2 for the rest of the loop description Take Schnebly Hill road up to the cow pie trail head. ...

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Humphrey’s Peak

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davidarizona

Distance

11.19mi

Elevation +

3458f

TrailRank

57

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From the lower Snowbowl parking lot. VERY fun hike, but the elevation gain and LOTS of rocks, roots, and exposed above treeline make it a very difficult trail. Was a gorgeous sunny day in September, but the previous week...

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Arizona Tucson - Speedway to Bridal Wreath Falls

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Distance

8.67mi

Elevation +

2064f

TrailRank

57

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A beautiful hike to lots of waterfalls. Park at the end of Speedway. Take the Douglas Spring Trail to the Bridal Wreath Falls. On your return consider the short Ernie's Fall Trail. Return along the same trail or ...

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Arizona Sedona - Secret Canyon

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Distance

12.99mi

Elevation +

6621f

TrailRank

57

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One of the best Canyon Trails in Sedona with views, slot canyon, water. In my opinion better than West Fork and a lot less crowded. From Sedona take the Dry Creek Road, exit right on FR152. A high clearance car is pr...

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Arizona Tucson - King Canyon -Hugh Norris - Esperanza - Gould Mine - loop

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Distance

7.06mi

Elevation +

2211f

TrailRank

57

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Nice loop with views along Wasson Peak. From Tucson, take Speedway, Gates Pass Road, Kinney Road. Just as you pass the Desert Museum at your left, the trail head parking is on a dirt parking lot on the right side. ...

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Brown Mountain Loop

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davidarizona

Distance

4.92mi

Elevation +

636f

TrailRank

56

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In Tucson Mountain Park near the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum and Saguaro National Park West. This area is the best example of Sonoran desert flora and fauna in southern Arizona. WARNING: It is hot. Dry. Briefly steep. B...

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Arizona - Lake Havasu - Red Canyon Loop

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Distance

7.01mi

Elevation +

1778f

TrailRank

56

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A most scenic red loop. Warning this loops involves a little bit of climbing at point "Drop 1". It may be dangerous, so be warned. Park at the second parking in SARA Park, opposite the Hawks entrance. Walk downhi...

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Arizona - Sedona - Parsons Trail

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Distance

9.31mi

Elevation +

6204f

TrailRank

56

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A beautiful canyon hike. Lots of shade and water. And great views of the rather steep canyon. Follow the signs to Tuzigoot. On the Tuzigoot rd, past the bridge, after 0.4 mile, turn left on Sycamore cyn rd. Follow ...

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Arizona Tucson - Soldier trail

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Distance

5.39mi

Elevation +

2100f

TrailRank

56

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A beautiful but steep trail. The trail starts at a small parking along the road. Go straight up at the sign, following a mostly dry wash. The trail starts immediately with a steep climb. And this isn't the only cli...

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Arizona - Sedona - Hot Loop (upper part)

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Distance

11.43mi

Elevation +

2552f

TrailRank

55

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A trail with some of the best views. The Schnebly hill road will take you in about 25 minutes to the upper Munds wagon trailhead parking. This rough road is for high clearance vehicles only, a regular SUV should be fi...

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