Girdner Trailĭitch the daily grind and take a tour through Arizona’s amazing natural landscape. This designated wildlife sanctuary sprawls across 30 miles of trails and features a whole range of endangered animal and plant species. It’s one small part of Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. The trail passes right by Dripping Cave, an area that was likely used as a refuge for Native American hunter-gatherers and as a hideout for the Juan Flores gang of robbers. Take a hike through history on this multi-use route open to hikers, bikers, and equestrians.
The chance to peer down through the clouds at the very top makes the whole trip up worth it. The trip involves climbing three separate peaks, but most hikers just do the highest peak, totaling 1,643 feet. This spectacular hike was relatively unknown until it made The New York Times a few years ago - for good reason. The name “Squak Mountain” comes from the sound of the herons that visit here during the spring and fall.Īny time of year, it’s a great place to bring the fam and even the dog for an afternoon of peace, solitude, and the chance to take in the beauty of the natural landscape. Most hikers visit the Wonderland Trail, so leave the masses behind and check out the 5,000-foot tall granite peaks that dot this hike hidden in Oregon’s largest wilderness. Eagle Cap Wildernessīeat the heat and hike by a serene lake surrounded by Indian paintbrush, sego lilies, and bluebell flowers (they bloom in July). Today, it’s a place for ambitious hikers to catch a glimpse of the animal kingdom, including elk, mountain goats, bighorn sheep, black bears, and gray wolves. The Sawtooth Mountains usually steal the spotlight, but this lesser-known range offers equal opportunities for scenic long-distance treks.įorty years ago, a proposal to create a national park where the mountains currently stand failed. Looking for more adventure? Start on one of the longer trails off Skillak Lake Road. It’s a relatively easy, family-friendly hike, and there are a bunch of fishing spots around the creek. But once you get to the loop, you’ll find Hidden Creek (literally hidden in a grassy marsh), glistening Skillak Lake, and a breathtaking view of the Kenai Mountains - no manmade stuff in sight. OK, so the first part of this trail isn’t so spectacular.
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