Arizona Hiking Guide: Winter

Hiking in Arizona will allow you to see some of the most beautiful land the eye can take in. Arizona offers some of the greatest hiking trails in the world. Whether you are looking for something simple or complex Arizona offers it. Use this Arizona hiking guide the next time your looking for where to go and how to prepare.

Where to Go

Go John Trail. Cave Creek, AZ. Go John Trail is a moderate loop trail located near the Cave Creek Reservation Area. Go John Trail features mountainous terrain, rock formations, and beautiful landscape scenery.

Mica Peak Loop Trail. Tuscon, AZ. The Mica Peak Loop trail is a difficult trail that can be hiked with permit only. This is one of the most advanced hikes available in Arizona. The Mica Peak Loop offers visitors stunning scenery near the Saguaro National Park Rincon. Check out the visitor center for topo maps and to obtain your permit.

Havasu Canyon Trail. Seligman, AZ. The Havasu Canyon trail offers visitors stunning scenery. Follow the Havasu creek and discover the beautiful waterfalls that lead to the Colorado River. This is a moderately difficult trail that requires the visitor to have some basic hiking knowledge.

Margs Draw Trail. Sedona, AZ. The Margs Draw Trail is a mountainous wooded trail that gives even the most beginner of hiker a good challenge. The beautiful Juniper trails and Arizona cypress trees offer the casual hiker sporadic shade. Horseback riding is also available at this trail for those who may not wish to hike the entire weekend.

Tramway Trail. Flagstaff, AZ. If you are in the Flagstaff Arizona area then you need to try out this beautiful trail. The Tramway trail is relatively short but breathtaking none the less. The trail drops into the West Clear Creek and follows an old Tramway aerial line.

What You Need

Hiking in the winter requires special equipment. Make sure that when you set out on any hike that you are prepared for an overnight stay. It is a good practice that if you are setting out on an overnight trip then you need to plan on two nights. This practice allows you to bring extra food and clothing in case you are to get lost. Just because some of the aforementioned trails are relatively easy does not mean you can neglect basic safety. Always hike with a map and a compass to protect yourself from the accident of getting lost.

Hiking in the winter can be deadly if you are not prepared for it. Where plenty of clothing and make sure your clothing is breathable. On any hiking trip you will sweat no matter how cold it is outside. The more you sweat in the cold the more likely you are to find yourself in a state of hypothermia. Always layer your clothing and wear what you will need. Don't get to hot and bring plenty of water.

Make sure you are wearing appropriate shoes. Hiking boots on any of these trails is a necessity. Most of these trails feature sharp rocks and some contain steep climbs. Good hiking boots will protect your feet and we all know the pain and agony of having the wrong shoes on our feet during a hike. Make sure you have broke your shoes in well before wearing them on your first hike.

Hope this Arizona Hiking Guide offers you some valuable information as you look to plan your next hiking trip in Arizona. See you on the trail.