Guide to the best hikes in Utah and Arizona desert.
The American Southwest is an adventure lover’s paradise, filled with towering sandstone cliffs, winding slot canyons, and breathtaking desert landscapes.
Whether you’re hiking to iconic rock formations, exploring hidden gems, packrafting through deep canyons, or road-tripping to scenic viewpoints, there’s something for every explorer. This guide highlights the best desert adventures across Arizona, Utah, and Nevada—from easy walks to challenging backcountry routes—helping you discover epic hikes, stunning sandstone formations, and unforgettable Southwest experiences.
Slot Canyons are stunning geological formations. Here’s a list of some of the best easy hikes to slot canyons in Utah, Arizona, & California.
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Sedona, Arizona has many easy and scenic red rock hikes. Here’s everything you need to know to hike the best trails and unique cave hikes
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Guide to Kanab, Utah: Explore remote caves, slot canyons, and more unworldly hidden gems. Your trip to non-touristy adventures starts here
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40 photos of Arches National Park in Moab, Utah to inspire your next trip. Combine this with a trip to Canyonlands and visit in the Winter, Spring, or Fall
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Valley of Fire photos to inspire your next trip. The beautiful Nevada State Park is only an hour outside Vegas & Winter is the best time to go
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Ultimate guide to explore all 3 districts of Canyonlands National Park on a 4-day packraft backpacking trip. Explore remote regions of Utah that are hard to access by cars such as the Dollhouse in The Maze District.
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Canyonlands National Park is underrated but has some of the best hikes and views. Explore the best trails in all 3 districts: Island in the Sky, Needles, & the Maze
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Thinking of visiting Zion National Park in Utah? Learn the best time to go to avoid the crowds and enjoy perfect hiking weather.
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Antelope Canyon is one of USA’s most beautiful slot canyon and paddling to it is the only way to hike it right now. Read on to find out how to experience this popular Navajo Nation slot canyon.
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VISIT: 5 Natural Hot Spring + Emerald Cave Option in the Black Canyon LOCATION: near Las Vegas, on the Colorado River between Hoover Dam and Willow Beach (NV/AZ) TIME: half-full day (7 hrs for me, depending how long you spend at the hot springs) DATE I WENT: 2/23/21 BEST TIME TO VISIT: Winter and early
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