If you want to plan a quick day trip into Arizona’s forests, then a trip to the Mogollon Rim should be one of the main places you choose to visit. There are plenty of fun things to do here, but hiking is a favorite that costs practically nothing. Some of the most scenic hiking trails in Arizona are here, like this one:
Hidden away on the Mogollon Rim are a series of hiking trails that will take you to some incredibly beautiful areas of the state. If you’re looking for a relatively short one, then Kinder Crossing Trail #19 is perfect.
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The trail is a pretty short one, though still a good workout. It measures 2.5 miles overall, which includes heading down Yeager Canyon to East Clear Creek, back up the canyon to another Forest Road. You can shorten the hike (and number of treks up and down the canyon) by turning around after you reach the creek.
Coconino National Forest/Flickr From the trailhead to the creek is just 0.75 miles, so this would be perfect if you only have a couple hours to spare.
The trail itself would be considered moderately difficult. Parts of it can be steep, rocky, and narrow, so take care to hike carefully down the path.
Coconino National Forest/Flickr This will be a good leg workout!
This area is picturesque—it’s located a mile or so north of Blue Ridge Reservoir—with towering pines, a meadow, a rocky landscape, and hints of wildlife nearby.
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When you make it down the canyon and to East Clear Creek, you’ll be in for quite the treat!
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The creek will be burbling and just the right temperature for cooling off after that steep trek down the canyon. Plus, it’s a great little spot for a quiet morning of fishing or catching crawdads.
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It will be quiet here and, if you’re lucky, you and your hiking companions may be the only ones there! Enjoy that cool air, the sounds of nature, and the beautiful views.
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What’s another trail you love that you don’t mind sharing with your fellow Arizonans?
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You can find details about accessing and hiking Kinder Crossing Trail by visiting the U.S. Forest Service website.
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From the trailhead to the creek is just 0.75 miles, so this would be perfect if you only have a couple hours to spare.
This will be a good leg workout!
Looking for scenic hiking trails in Arizona that are short and sweet? You’re bound to find the perfect one in our previous article: 8 Amazing Arizona Hikes Under 3 Miles You’ll Absolutely Love.
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Scenic Hiking Trails In Arizona July 30, 2020 Leah What are the best hikes with a view in Arizona? The best hiking in Arizona goes far beyond its canyons. While you can get some incredible views while trekking along the canyon rims, there are other hikes with impressive sights in the state. When you hike Humphrey’s Peak, you’ll get to see for miles and miles. You might even be able to spot the Grand Canyon from its peak on an especially clear day. If you want to see one of the most iconic sights in Arizona - the towering Merrick and Mitten Buttes in Monument Valley - take the Wildcat Trail in Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park. What are the best outdoor adventures in Arizona? Let out your inner explorer on some of the many epic adventures in Arizona you can take. You can hike a striking environment when you visit the Vermillion Cliffs National Monument. The visuals there include famous sights like The Wave as well as other unique geological formations. Mount Lemmon is great for year-round fun, with skiing in the winter, trails for the summer, and cabins for camping. You can also explore a gorgeous aspen grove in the fall when the leaves turn stunningly golden. Located near Flagstaff, the Aspen Nature Loop is 1.6 miles of trail through the trees. Which hikes in Arizona are short and sweet? If the Mogollon Rim in Arizona is a bit long for you at 2.5 miles, there are many other trails that suit hikers of all experience levels, including short ones anyone can do. If you’re visiting Sedona, you can’t go wrong with the Cathedral Rock Trail. It’s a 1.5 mile round trip to some of the most majestic red rocks in the area. Another unique geological area is the Chiricahua National Monument, and there’s a super easy trail there. The Massai Point Nature Trail is a quick half-mile loop that showcases the hoodoos and other unusual formations in the park.
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Scenic Hiking Trails In Arizona
July 30, 2020
Leah
What are the best hikes with a view in Arizona? The best hiking in Arizona goes far beyond its canyons. While you can get some incredible views while trekking along the canyon rims, there are other hikes with impressive sights in the state. When you hike Humphrey’s Peak, you’ll get to see for miles and miles. You might even be able to spot the Grand Canyon from its peak on an especially clear day. If you want to see one of the most iconic sights in Arizona - the towering Merrick and Mitten Buttes in Monument Valley - take the Wildcat Trail in Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park. What are the best outdoor adventures in Arizona? Let out your inner explorer on some of the many epic adventures in Arizona you can take. You can hike a striking environment when you visit the Vermillion Cliffs National Monument. The visuals there include famous sights like The Wave as well as other unique geological formations. Mount Lemmon is great for year-round fun, with skiing in the winter, trails for the summer, and cabins for camping. You can also explore a gorgeous aspen grove in the fall when the leaves turn stunningly golden. Located near Flagstaff, the Aspen Nature Loop is 1.6 miles of trail through the trees. Which hikes in Arizona are short and sweet? If the Mogollon Rim in Arizona is a bit long for you at 2.5 miles, there are many other trails that suit hikers of all experience levels, including short ones anyone can do. If you’re visiting Sedona, you can’t go wrong with the Cathedral Rock Trail. It’s a 1.5 mile round trip to some of the most majestic red rocks in the area. Another unique geological area is the Chiricahua National Monument, and there’s a super easy trail there. The Massai Point Nature Trail is a quick half-mile loop that showcases the hoodoos and other unusual formations in the park.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
The best hiking in Arizona goes far beyond its canyons. While you can get some incredible views while trekking along the canyon rims, there are other hikes with impressive sights in the state. When you hike Humphrey’s Peak, you’ll get to see for miles and miles. You might even be able to spot the Grand Canyon from its peak on an especially clear day. If you want to see one of the most iconic sights in Arizona - the towering Merrick and Mitten Buttes in Monument Valley - take the Wildcat Trail in Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park.
What are the best outdoor adventures in Arizona?
Let out your inner explorer on some of the many epic adventures in Arizona you can take. You can hike a striking environment when you visit the Vermillion Cliffs National Monument. The visuals there include famous sights like The Wave as well as other unique geological formations. Mount Lemmon is great for year-round fun, with skiing in the winter, trails for the summer, and cabins for camping. You can also explore a gorgeous aspen grove in the fall when the leaves turn stunningly golden. Located near Flagstaff, the Aspen Nature Loop is 1.6 miles of trail through the trees.
Which hikes in Arizona are short and sweet?
If the Mogollon Rim in Arizona is a bit long for you at 2.5 miles, there are many other trails that suit hikers of all experience levels, including short ones anyone can do. If you’re visiting Sedona, you can’t go wrong with the Cathedral Rock Trail. It’s a 1.5 mile round trip to some of the most majestic red rocks in the area. Another unique geological area is the Chiricahua National Monument, and there’s a super easy trail there. The Massai Point Nature Trail is a quick half-mile loop that showcases the hoodoos and other unusual formations in the park.
