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Hiking Slowly


Living Memorial Sculpture Garden
A place for contemplation and reflection, where everyone is welcome.
The Slow Hiker
May 273 min read
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Petroglyph Wall and Lost Creek Trail
Two short trails gave us stunning mountain views, beautiful spring flowers, and even took us to a little oasis with a waterfall and dragonflies!
The Slow Hiker
May 64 min read
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Pluto's Cave
Not one, not two, but THREE caves, all in one hike. Oh, we also came across a smoldering fire pit and got a startling surprise in the shadowy depths.
The Slow Hiker
Apr 225 min read
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Wasilla Creek Trail - Alaska
We walked along a wooden path along a lazy river, through a forest of birch trees, and emerged in a field of gold surrounded by gorgeous mountain views.
The Slow Hiker
Apr 154 min read
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Matanuska River - Alaska
I went to Alaska! Our first excursion had us walking on crunchy snow on the river's shore, surrounded by breathtaking mountain views.
The Slow Hiker
Apr 84 min read
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Pima Prickly Park
A quick little nature hike in the middle of town showcasing a plethora of different types of cacti.
The Slow Hiker
Apr 13 min read
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Sweetwater Wetlands Loop
A surprisingly beautiful oasis with diverse trees and wildlife, right off the freeway in Tucson.
The Slow Hiker
Mar 183 min read
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Valley View Overlook Trail
Valley View Overlook - the name says it all.
The Slow Hiker
Feb 44 min read
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Signal Hill Trail
A lovely picnic area with steps leading around the hill, offering 360 degree views and the perfect place to watch the sun set.
The Slow Hiker
Jan 214 min read
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Desert Discovery Nature Trail
A quick, paved loop providing expansive views of the gorgeous Saguaro National Park.
The Slow Hiker
Jan 144 min read
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Elsa Rupp Nature Trail - in the Fall
Returning to one of my favorite trails to see what she looks like in the fall, and what the trees were hiding behind all of those leaves.
The Slow Hiker
Dec 5, 20242 min read
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Castle Crags Vista Point Trail
A super short hike to panoramic views of two mountains made of greenstone and granite, and a volcano.
The Slow Hiker
Oct 31, 20242 min read
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Gateway Trails: Lollipop Loop
A short loop through a grove of Christmas Trees with gorgeous mountain views.
The Slow Hiker
Sep 26, 20243 min read
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Sisson Meadow
This short, flat, wheelchair accessible trail offers mountain views and birdwatching.
The Slow Hiker
Sep 19, 20243 min read
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Elsa Rupp Nature Trail
An easy, lush trail leaving you feeling like you might have just walked through Pixie Hollow.
The Slow Hiker
Sep 12, 20243 min read
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