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Arizona Trail Week 2: Heat, Water and Humility
Week 2 on the Arizona Trail delivered everything the desert is known for: brutal climbs, long water carries, unexpected wildlife, and a harsh reminder that trail legs are earned, not assumed. From Mount Lemmon to a surprise encounter with a Gila monster and even a mouse in my tent, this stretch was as humbling as it was unforgettable.
Arizona Trail Week 1: A Brutal Beginning
The Arizona Trail doesn’t warm you up. It throws you straight into climbs, heat, and 5 days of food on your back. In my first week, I covered 171 miles and over 22,000 feet of gain, learning quickly that desert hiking is a different game. Between brutal climbs, chafing emergencies, and a reunion with an old trail friend, this was a start I won’t forget.
My Arizona Trail Gear List: Ultralight… Until You See My Camera Setup
After thousands of miles and a few hard lessons, this is the gear I’m bringing on the Arizona Trail—ultralight where it counts, and a little questionable where it doesn’t.
I Was Halfway Through a Poop When I Got My Trail Name… Now I’m Hiking the Arizona Trail
I got my trail name after a very public moment on the Pacific Crest Trail. Now I’m heading north on the Arizona Trail, juggling exams, tight timelines, and a questionable plan.