Arizona Trails
Arizona's stunning Vermillion Cliffs are but of of this state's many geologic wonders.
Arizona, a popular backpacking and hiking destination known for its desert terrain and deep canyons, is located in the southwestern U.S.
Arizona borders New Mexico, Utah, Nevada, California, Colorado and Mexico. While southern Arizona is known for its desert climate, northern Arizona boasts lush forests, the Colorado Plateau, deep canyons, and mountain ranges including the volcanic San Francisco Peaks.
Arizona is home to the Grand Canyon, which was carved by the Colorado River and is one of the seven natural wonders of the world. The Grand Canyon is 277 river miles long, up to 18 miles wide and 1 mile deep.
The editors at Backpacker have created an extensive collection of popular trails and trips in Arizona.
10 Perfect Lake Hikes That Will Make You Glad to Walk in a Circle
Spend anywhere from a few memorable hours to a few remarkable days circumnavigating one of these ten lakes.
Easy Epics: 16 Drive-up Campsites Any Backpacker Will Love
Combine the best of car camping (spacious tents, comfy chairs, frosty margaritas!) and the best of backpacking (deep solitude, outrageous scenery, swimming holes!) with these 17 accessible hideaways.
Ten Spring Wildflower Hikes to See Gorgeous Blooms
Catch the best of the early season show on these nine routes curated exclusively for Basecamp members.
Hide Out in the Red Rock-Secret Mountain Wilderness
Follow the trail of 19th-century robbers in Arizona.
The 15 Best National Park Campsites in America
At these creekside, shorefront, and mountaintop spots, the views are so gorgeous that you may never want to go to sleep.
Walk Otherworldly Terrain at Vermilion Cliffs National Monument
It looks like Mars, but this scenery is all Earth.
Killer Trips: Gravity
You'd better not be afraid of heights if you're going to tackle one of these airy trails.
The 10 Most Memorable Hikes in North America
Ten trails. Ten unmatched miles each. Get maximum bang for each boot step on hikes that our most-traveled contributors call their all-time favorites.
20 Bucket List Hiking Trips to Take in 2020
This is your year. Start planning one of these life-list hikes and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Map: 16 Backyard Epics That Prove Everywhere is Hiking Country
You don't always need to go far to go big. Case in point: these stunning hikes, all within a day trip of a major metropolitan area.
Hike the Living Desert in Ironwood National Monument, Arizona
The Ironwood Forest is a true redemption story. Home to arroyos, plains, foothills, and mountains, the monument’s coarse and well-aerated soil allows roots to dig deep.
43 Ways to Have Your Best Summer Ever This Year
From swimming holes to wild berries, it’s prime time for hikers. Tick off these 43 trips and experiences to make the most of the season.
Find True Solitude on These 12 Perfect Hikes
Want a real wilderness experience? Head west and trek endless empty miles on the BLM's best terrain.
The 10 Best Dayhikes in Sedona
Glory in Arizona's red rock country on these perfect Sedona hikes.
The 20 Best Waterfall Hikes in the United States
No two waterfalls are exactly alike, but these 20 will always capture our imagination.
Hike of the Week: Camelback Mountain, Phoenix, AZ
Climb above Phoenix for an aerie-like view over the valley.
Hike of the Week: Sunrise Peak, Scottsdale, AZ
Savor views of the Sierra Estrella and Mazatzal mountain ranges on this close-to-home leg-burner up Sunrise Peak.
Glyphing is a Hiker's Tour of History
Embark on a treasure hunt to find rock art—and clues of the past.
The 10 Most Dangerous Hikes in America
Like your life and limbs intact? Then you'd better get skilled before visiting these trails.
9 Astonishingly Hard Hikes (That You Should Do Anyway)
These 9 difficult hikes will challenge even the toughest backpackers.
Arizona Prairie Dog Tests Positive for Plague
Plague poses a risk to rabbits, rodents, squirrels--and people.
Two Cabins Now Open at Lost Dutchman & Patagonia Lake
The new state park lodging options have special intro rates through October.