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Arizona Trail spring 2026 update: wildflowers blooming early, exceptional conditions reported across Sonoran Desert  ·  Arizona State Parks fee increase took effect Feb. 25, 2025  ·  Grand Canyon AZT partial reopening expected March 4

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The Ultimate Guide to Arizona's Best Hiking Trails in 2026

From the turquoise waterfalls of Havasupai to the 12,633-foot summit of Humphreys Peak, Arizona's trail system is one of the great underappreciated treasures of American outdoor recreation. Spring 2026 is shaping up as an exceptional season — here's your complete guide to ten essential trails.

February 27, 2026·12 min read
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Outdoor

From the turquoise waterfalls of Havasupai to the 12,633-foot summit of Humphreys Peak, Arizona's trail system is one of the great underappreciated treasures of American outdoor recreation. Spring 2026 is shaping up as an exceptional season — here's your complete guide to ten essential trails.

February 27, 2026·12 min
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After years of dramatic swings, Arizona's housing market is finding a new equilibrium. Inventory is rising, mortgage rates remain elevated, and Phoenix-area prices have stabilized — but the picture varies sharply by city and neighborhood.

February 20, 2026·8 min
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