If you have never been to Deem Hills Recreation Area, then you are missing out! And, you are like me-Missing out on amazing scenery, hills for kids to roll down, parks to play in and trails to hike. We didn’t do any hiking on the day we visited, but it is definitely on our to […]
Lyman Lake State Park
If you are looking for a camping getaway that has a lake for fishing, boating, petroglyphs, hiking and more, Lyman Lake is for you! With no restrictions on boat size (as of 2018), Lyman Lake has cabins, RV hook up areas and campsites for all types of campers. There are full service bathrooms (running water) […]
Alamo Lake State Park-Wenden, AZ
Alamo Lake State Park has more than just hiking and trails, it also has swimming, fishing, camping and cabins too! One of the many questions that I get asked every year is “Where can I go lake swimming or boating?” Well, Alamo Lake State Park was one of the many hidden gems I have found. […]
Hassayampa River Preserve-Wickenburg
I have wanted to check out Hassayampa River Preserve in Wickenburg for quite a while now, but I was afraid that we wouldn’t before the hot weather hit. Luckily, we were surprised with a very cool May Day, and had to shoot up to Wickenburg. It is off of Rt 60 (Grand Avenue out of Surprise) […]
Papago Park Phoenix
Have you ever driven past Papago Park in Phoenix and not checked it out? If you are like me, you have seen it while driving on the 202, and while at the Phoenix Zoo and looked longingly at the mountain. I did this four FOUR years before I told the husband we had to finally check […]