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Cottonwood, AZ Rio Verde Park
We chose Rio Verde Park (https://www.rioverdervpark.com) since it was a great launching spot for several of the hikes we were interested in. We were lucky to secure a…
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Camelback Mountain -Phoenix, Arizona
Each time we pass through Arizona, we always stop for a visit to Mitch’s mom. We were here for two weeks and enjoyed the various attractions in the…
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Hole in the Rock & Frank Lloyd Wright – Scottsdale, AZ
The Hole in the Rock is a short hike that should not be ignored. Intriguing rock formations are across from the Phoenix Zoo, and one stands out among…
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Tucson, Arizona
Our home base stay in Tucson was in a KOA (Campgrounds of America). It was not the usual environment we enjoyed, but this park was huge and offered…
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Sagebrush Campground – Willcox, Arizona
This stop was a pleasant surprise. Our original intent was to hike the trails of Chiricahua National Monument, Land of “Standing Up Rocks,” but unbeknownst to us, Willcox…
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City of Rocks State Park – Faywood, New Mexico
City of Rocks State Park was unique. As we drove into the park, it felt like we were visiting Fred and Barney in Bedrock. These rock formations are…

