Alamo Lake in Arizona is a serene sanctuary for nature lovers, hikers and fishermen. Its trails offer views of scenic terrain, while its wildlife and fish population provide anglers and hunters exciting opportunities in their sports. read more
Visit the Alamo Lake State Park in western Arizona with its man-made lake and reservoir, low desert vegetation and a riparian area between land and river. Enjoy the solitude of being more than 30 miles from a city while remaining close to marked trails and park rangers. read more
Formed by the damming of the Bill Williams River, Alamo Lake is one of the most scenic bodies of water in southwest Arizona. While park closures have made campsites on Alamo Lake itself scarce--Alamo Lake State Park will close in June 2010--the surrounding area still offers a variety of lakeside, riverfront and desert camping experiences. Campers in southwes… read more
Alamo Lake is in a remote area in the desert of western Arizona. It is on a dirt road, 25 miles to the nearest paved road and more than 50 miles to the nearest town, which is Lake Havasu City. It's remoteness is the main draw, as well as the lake itself, which is known to have a lot of fish. There is plenty of wildlife to see as well, including bald eagles. read more
While the hardy and experienced can camp in the winter nearly anywhere in the United States, many people prefer to seek out balmy climes when tenting it during this season. Arizona is a prime destination for such activities. Its desert lowlands, in particular, are often warm and sunny while much of the rest of the country---including the state's portion of w… read more
Situated between the Harquahala and Harcuvar Mountain Ranges, Salome, AZ lies in the McMullen Valley on Highway 60. The area hosts thousands of acres of natural desert and wilderness lands, offering many opportunities for hiking, rock… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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