While the weather in the state of Arizona varies, much of the state is a desert climate meaning that it can get extremely hot in the day time. As a result, one of the most crucial hotel amenities in Arizona is the pool. Cooling off from the hot sun is ever so important. The pool should be a beautiful part of the outdoor landscape rather than an eye sore. read more
Paradise Valley is a major resort destination with several of America's best resorts and hotels. It is situated between Phoenix and Scottsdale and is home to numerous celebrities and some of the toniest real estate in the metropolitan Phoenix area. It is also home to Camelback Mountain, Mummy Mountain and is near Piestewa Peak (formerly Squaw Peak), all of w… read more
Located in Maricopa County, the town of Paradise Valley is a suburb of Phoenix, Arizona. The town lies near Camelback Mountain and is within 5 miles of the Phoenix Mountains Park and Recreation Area. The recreation area comprises a group of four parks; Dreamy Draw Recreation Area, Lookout Mountain Preserve, North Mountain Preserve and Piestewa Mountain Park.… read more
Scottsdale, Arizona provides visitors with access to outdoor recreational sites such as Papago Park, which has facilities for picnics, as well as paths for nature walks, jogging and cycling. Scottsdale also is renowned for its wide selection of quality golf courses, which includes the Coronado Golf Course, McCormick Ranch Golf Course and the Indian Bend Coun… read more
Emigrant, Montana is located approximately 30 miles north of Yellowstone National Park along the Yellowstone River. Situated between two mountain ranges, Emigrant is a city surrounded by outdoor recreation. Those that visit the city enjoy fly-fishing at the Yellowstone River and hiking the Absaroka and Gallatin mountain ranges. Emigrant Peak is west of the c… read more
Camelback Mountain is the most recognizable peak in the Phoenix area. Named for its similarity to a crouching camel, this mountain in the middle of the city is a popular spot for hiking, biking and enjoying the desert scenery. When s… read more
Phoenix, Arizona is a popular vacation destination for families as well as couples. The most comfortable temperatures are from November to April. Mountain lakes offer boating, fishing and water skiing. Other activities include camping,… read more
Scottsdale, Arizona, located at the base of Camelback Mountain is a spectacular destination vacation. Take advantage of all the beautiful Sonoran desert has to offer by taking an off road excursion day trip in a rented Jeep, taking an… read more
The stylish urban oasis of Scottsdale, Arizona, provides a wealth of accommodations on a grand scale. Renowned for the sophisticated style of relaxation offered by its luxury resorts and spas, Scottsdale is also a destination offering… read more
With temperatures above 100 degrees at night during summer months, you might think the area in the northeastern reaches of the Sonoran Desert would be devoid of humanity. But the opposite is true as more than 4.2 million people have ch… read more
Metro Phoenix is known more for its 200 golf courses and its sports teams than it is for romance. After a long hike at South Mountain, biking in the desert or water skiing at Lake Roosevelt, bring some romance back in your life. There… read more
Montana's mountain ranges attract visitors year-round for biking, hiking and fishing in the warmer months and skiing, sleighing and skating in the winter. There are cabins to accommodate any type of mountain vacation plan. 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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