Best Hiking areas in Arizona

Discover the best rated places in Arizona, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience.

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#1

Mather Point

Vista point

Scenic viewpoint along South Rim, popular for its canyon vistas & proximity to the visitor center.

4.90 (14.2K reviews)
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#3

A botanical garden in Pinal County, Arizona featuring diverse plant collections, walking trails, and horticultural displays. Educational and scenic garden destination showcasing desert and temperate plant species.

4.90 (4.5K reviews)
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#4

Trailhead featuring a parking lot, restrooms & the start of a trail leading up Camelback Mountain.

4.90 (2.8K reviews)
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#6

Bell Rock

Hiking area

Unique rock formation with hiking & mountain-biking trails, plus parking & toilet facilities.

4.90 (1.9K reviews)
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#7

South Rim Trail

Hiking area

Steep hiking path offering many lookouts, with Grand Canyon views & shuttle service.

4.90 (1.7K reviews)
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#8

Starting point for a desert hiking trail with views of peaks, canyons & granite rock formations.

4.90 (1.1K reviews)
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#9

Horseshoe Bend

Scenic spot

Historic park along the Tallapoosa River known for hiking, boating & Andrew Jackson's Creek War win.

4.80 (23.2K reviews)
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#11

Vast mountainous area with canyons, wilderness, hiking & biking trails, camping, wildlife & cacti.

4.80 (5.6K reviews)
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#12

Popular hiking trailhead offering scenic red rock formations, varying difficulty levels, and stunning landscape views in Arizona.

4.80 (5.3K reviews)
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#15

Trail View Overlook

Tourist attraction

Trail observation point with bird's-eye views across the iconic 18-mile-wide red rock national park.

4.90 (714 reviews)
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#17

Oak Creek Vista

Vista point

Oak Creek Vista is a well-regarded Vista point with consistently positive visitor feedback. Highly rated for quality and service.

4.80 (3.4K reviews)
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#20

Park with miles of trails & a scenic 2,608-foot summit which is a popular destination for hikers.

4.80 (2.9K reviews)
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#22

Rocky hiking destination with two major trails featuring steep elevation gains & sweeping views.

4.80 (2K reviews)
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#23

There is a trail running up this canyon that rises from 880m above sea level to 1940m in elevation.

4.80 (2K reviews)
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#24

Montezuma Well

Historical landmark

Archaeological site with ancient cliff dwellings & a limestone sinkhole with a natural spring.

4.80 (1.9K reviews)
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#26

Mormon Trailhead

Hiking area

Rugged, uphill hiking spot with desert scenery & picturesque views of the city.

4.80 (1.8K reviews)
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#27

Airport Mesa

Hiking area

Hiking loop around Table Top Mountain through basalt boulders & red rocks to panoramic views.

4.80 (1.7K reviews)
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#28

Lava River Cave

Hiking area

Mile-long underground lava tunnel, with a rugged path for hiking & exploring.

4.80 (1.7K reviews)
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#30

Canyon hiking route with red buttes & lofty viewpoints, hailed as a center for spiritual energy.

4.80 (1.5K reviews)
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#40

The Flatiron

Hiking area

Rugged mesa rock formation accessed by hiking trail & rock climbing with desert state park views.

4.90 (447 reviews)
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#46

Hole in the Rock

Hiking area

Landmark rock formation with multiple cavelike holes in the sandstone created by erosion.

4.70 (7.2K reviews)
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#48

This famous natural area on the Navajo Nation Reservation features towering red sandstone buttes.

4.70 (5.6K reviews)

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