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Stay Warm When the Temperatures are Low: What to Wear While Backpacking a Winter Without Snow - Womens Clothing [20°F+] -- Mountain Matron
Posted on February 26, 2018 at 7:35 PM |
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Stay Warm When the Temperatures are Low: What to Wear While Backpacking a Winter Without Snow - Women’s Clothing [20°F+] -- Mountain Matron
High 50°F - Low 20°F
Backpacking into Havasu Canyon via Hualapai Hilltop in February; campfires are prohibited, intermittent wind is expected, chances of rain are predicted, and low evening...
Exploring the Sinagua Culture Across the Desert of Arizona | Visit Arizona | Mountain Matron
Posted on February 19, 2017 at 8:20 PM |
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Exploring the Sinagua Culture Across the Desert of Arizona | Visit Arizona | Mountain Matron
MONTEZUMA CASTLE NATIONAL MONUMENT, ARIZONA
Imagine a time when every single action, decision, strength and loyalty was the only way to allow your civilization to survive and thrive. For those who inhabited ancient dwellings 1,000 years ago, i...
Read Full Post »Never Stop Exploring | Prescott, Arizona | Mountain Matron
Posted on February 12, 2017 at 1:00 PM |
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Never Stop Exploring | Prescott, Arizona | Mountain Matron
Watson Lake | Prescott, Arizona | 3101 Watson Lake Rd
Prescott, of Yavapai County, Arizona with an approximate population of 40,000 is settled in Old West history, with quite the boastful climate. Visitors from around the world stop to enjoy the quiet, pristine views and sensational scenery am...
Read Full Post »Hiking Havasupai in 2017 | Visit Arizona | Mountain Matron
Posted on February 2, 2017 at 2:35 PM |
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Hiking Havasupai in 2017 | Visit Arizona | Mountain Matron
This year has brought several changes to your trip planning process for Havasupai, and we want to make sure you have all the details to make that trip a great one.
First and foremost: There is NO free day hiking. You must pay the entry fee and reserve a permit to ...
Read Full Post »Canyon Vista Campground | Flagstaff Arizona | Coconino National Forest
Posted on September 20, 2016 at 1:00 PM |
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Canyon Vista Campground | Flagstaff Arizona | Coconino National Forest
Car Camping | Hosted Campground | Forest Campground Fee $18
Canyon Vista Campground comes complete with vault toilets, fire rings with a built-in grill, drinking water and a fee. With only 11 sites, the best outdoor climbing Flagstaff has to offer, and access ...
Read Full Post »Coon Bluff Campground | Mesa, Arizona | Mountain Matron
Posted on March 18, 2016 at 6:05 PM |
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Coon Bluff Campground | Mesa, Arizona
Coon Bluff Road, Mesa AZ (Google Map Link Below)
Coon Bluff Campground carries an emphasis on day-use. Overnight camping is only permitted seasonally (check website link below). Coon Bluff Campground holds a drop-in point for kayaking or SUP activity along the Salt River. Coon Bl...
Read Full Post »Gilbert Ray Campground | Tucson, Arizona | Mountain Matron
Posted on February 25, 2016 at 8:55 PM |
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Gilbert Ray Campground | Tucson, Arizona
A little unknown fact… Tucson, Arizona, is quite the unique town with significant history, indispensable outdoor adventure, and surrounded with backcountry trails for experienced backpackers. Tucson also holds key to winter snow skiing.
After hiking the trails of the Saguaro National Park...
Read Full Post »Watson Lake of Prescott, Arizona | Hiking Arizona | Mountain Matron
Posted on July 3, 2015 at 11:15 PM |
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Watson Lake of Prescott, Arizona | Hiking Arizona
Watson Lake Park
A boatload {HaHa - not funny?} of fun for everyone of all ages.
*Fishing
*Camping
*BBQ grills
*Hiking
**Check the City Of Prescott website for more information on Lake activities.
Read Full Post »Lynx Lake Recreation Area | HIking Arizona | Mountain Matron
Posted on September 22, 2014 at 1:55 PM |
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Lynx Lake Recreation Area | Hiking Arizona
This lake isn’t very large but that doesn’t stop the visitors from packing it all in. Lynx Lake receives more than 100,000 visitors each year and the views, trails, weather and staff undoubtedly, create the cause.
Lynx Lake sits at 5,500 feet elevation just outsid...
Read Full Post »Roper Lake State Park, Safford, Arizona | Hiking Arizona | Mountain Matron
Posted on March 21, 2014 at 9:20 PM |
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Roper Lake State Park, Safford, Arizona | Hiking Arizona
Our recent trip to Roper Lake State Park in Safford, Arizona was in March 2014. The weather was perfect and the park was splendid. The visitors were very friendly and the staff was incredibly patient and helpful. We stayed in a cabin offered in the Gila Loop Campground. The cabin loop is locat...
Read Full Post »Dead Horse Ranch State Park | Cottonwood, Arizona | Mountain Matron
Posted on February 21, 2014 at 12:20 AM |
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Dead Horse Ranch State Park | Hiking Arizona
Using the online registering for our cabin rental was extremely quick and efficient and the website shows immediate available options. Once there we took full opportunity of the park's scenic views and incredible sounds that accompany the Verde River. With our visit in February the large...
Read Full Post »Picacho Peak State Park | Picacho, Arizona | Hiking Arizona | Mountain Matron
Posted on January 24, 2014 at 2:15 PM |
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Picacho Peak State Park | Picacho, Arizona | Hiking Arizona
Description: Picacho Peak State Park is part of the Arizona State Parks system and located in Picacho, Arizona. This park offers a visitor center, a gift store, hiking, a playground, historical markers, 85-site campground, picnic ramadas, gr...
Read Full Post »Lost Dutchman State Park | Apache Junction, Arizona | Hiking Arizona | Mountain Matron
Posted on January 24, 2014 at 1:55 PM |
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Lost Dutchman State Park | Apache Junction, Arizona | Hiking Arizona
Description: The Lost Dutchman State Park is part of the Arizona State Parks system and is located 40 miles East of Phoenix, Arizona. This State Park offers hiking, camping, wildlife viewi...
Read Full Post »Kartchner Caverns State Park | Benson, Arizona | Hiking Arizona | Mountain Matron
Posted on January 23, 2014 at 11:15 PM |
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Kartchner Caverns State Park | Benson, Arizona | Hiking Arizona
Description: Kartchner Caverns are part of the Arizona State Parks system and located in southern Arizona. Offering RV camping, hiking, interpretive exhibits, an indoor Discover Center, but best of all, guided tours through the captivatin...
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