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PIESTEWA PEAK IN PHOENIX

Posted on December 9, 2019January 11, 2020 by EXPLORE WITH ERIK

Hiking Piestewa Peak in Phoenix Lori Ann Piestewa, was the first Native American woman killed in 2003, while serving for the US Army. Piestewa Peak in Phoenix was renamed after her. Prior to that it was known as Squaw Peak, many locals in the area still refer to this mountain as Squaw Peak. Several other…

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The Epic Western US and Canadian Road Trip

Posted on November 19, 2019January 15, 2020 by EXPLORE WITH ERIK

It was my birthday in July and to celebrate, I wanted to go on an expedition. I had dreamed of going to Canada and visiting Banff National Park. That was the end goal in mind. Thus the, The Epic Western US and Canadian Road Trip was born. Over 5,000 miles driven, 8 U.S.states and 2…

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Truck Camping at Mather Campground

Posted on September 14, 2019November 29, 2019 by EXPLORE WITH ERIK

I got extremely lucky and got a campsite Truck Camping at Mather Campground in Grand Canyon National Park. From what I’ve heard you need to get these reservations ahead of time but like I usually do, I rolled in with no plans, and they happened to have one more site left. Truck Camping at Mather…

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How to tour Lower Antelope Canyon in Arizona

Posted on August 3, 2019November 29, 2019 by EXPLORE WITH ERIK

What is Lower Antelope Canyon? Lower Antelope Canyon is one of the most explored, and photographed slot canyons in Arizona. Rightfully so, it is gorgeous, and at different times of the day can create many amazing colors and hues, that are one of a kind. It is composed mostly of sandstone and clay, that has…

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How to hike the Highline National Recreational Trail

Posted on June 16, 2019November 29, 2019 by EXPLORE WITH ERIK

What is the Highline Trail? Well it is a trail that follows the Mogollon Rim outside the town of Payson, Arizona and it’s official name is the Highline National Recreational Trail. It is located in the Tonto National Forest. In my opinion, this is the most under-rated hike in Arizona. People talk about Havasupai all…

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Exploring, Camping, and Fly Fishing Canyon Creek | Arizona

Posted on May 2, 2019November 21, 2019 by EXPLORE WITH ERIK

Canyon creek is an amazing little gem within Arizona! It is located near Payson, in the Tonto National Forest just under the Mogollon Rim roughly 20 miles away from the town of Young. The scenery is filled with ponderosa pines, rocky mountains, creeks and all sorts of wild life. I found this place by way…

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Exploring Grand Falls in Flagstaff, Arizona

Posted on March 25, 2019November 21, 2019 by EXPLORE WITH ERIK

To see the falls is a lucky site, it is a perineal fall along the Little Colorado River. It only runs at certain times of the year from the monsoon rains, and snow melt. At 185 feet tall, this makes Grand Falls taller than Niagara Falls. I went up to Grand Falls on a whim…

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BACKPACKING HAVASUPAI IN ARIZONA

Posted on February 24, 2019January 15, 2020 by EXPLORE WITH ERIK

Havasupai is hands down the greatest backpacking trip of all time that you could take in Arizona. The red rocks of the Grand Canyon, paired with stunningly blue water attracts people from all over the world. Camping permits are hard to get and are generally sold out for the year a week after sales start….

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My First Time Climbing Outside

Posted on November 13, 2018November 21, 2019 by EXPLORE WITH ERIK

“I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.” For the past year and a half or more I have been rock climbing in all of my spare time, and recently I…

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Fischer Point in Sandy’s Canyon, Flagstaff | Arizona

Posted on August 26, 2018July 3, 2019 by EXPLORE WITH ERIK

I have known about this little hike for some time now but had never taken the time to go hike it, I finally went a couple weeks ago and it was awesome! I went a second time with my mother and it was just as awesome! She loved it too. It is found near Lake…

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Howdy, I'm Erik, thank you for visiting my blog. I have been in love with the outdoors for as long as I can remember. I rock climb, truck camp, backpack, and hike in awesome places. I hope to inspire people to always make time for fun, and live a humble life. I'm always looking for new expeditions, and experiences!

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