On the Arizona Trail, gold's legend and copper's lure color the search for quick solutions

As the Arizona Trail winds past the proposed Oak Flat copper mine, the search for climate solutions takes on new meaning.

On the Arizona Trail, warmer, sometimes hostile landscapes forge new obstacles

After biking through the higher-elevation forests, Republic reporter Joan Meiners finds a different Arizona Trail below the ...

On the Arizona Trail, water lures thirsty hikers and windmills hold promise for energy

Water and wind offer powerful symbols on the Arizona Trail, where thirsty hikers have to hunt harder and windmills stand guard.
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A Crystal Clear Waterfall Swimming Hole Awaits At The End Of This Little-Known Arizona Hike

Arizona's vast expanses contain a hidden gem -- a stunning waterfall and swimming hole nestled at the end of a beautiful hike ...
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Cooking Up Trail Karma on the Arizona Trail

Outdoor chef extraordinaire Eduardo Garcia rises bright and early to bring Trail Karma into Southern Arizona’s rugged Santa Catalina Mountains. Utilizing a 2025 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro, Garcia refuels ...
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This Arizona Trail Will Push You Out of Your Comfort Zone

When I was a toddler, my family and I got stuck in a tiny elevator at the top of the Tower of the Americas in San Antonio. It ...
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This Arizona Trail segment near Flagstaff is a great place for first timers to start

An Arizona “alpine start” — the predawn trailhead call for a mountain hike — can be timed by the stars. Basically, if Orion has faded into the dawn, it’s already too late. The iconic winter ...

Arizona's Hidden Grand Canyon Trail With Fewer Crowds Is Easy And Has The Best South Rim Views

The Grand Canyon can get a little crowded if you go to the most popular areas. This hidden gem of a trail offers all the ...