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Phoenix's city manager can close trails during periods of excessive heat, such as the one that occurred when the family went hiking on South Mountain.

The Lost Mine Trail in Big Bend National Park recently made AllTrails' list of 25 Trails to Explore in 2025, a roundup of the best hikes around the globe.

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A family of 11, including six children, was rescued off the Holbert Trail on South Mountain in Phoenix during a hot summer afternoon.

A Phoenix family is under scrutiny after taking six children on a closed hiking trail during an extreme heat warning.

I test hiking boots for a living, and one pair I haven’t forgotten is the Columbia Konos TRS Outdry Mid Shoe. These boots were my feet’s best friend on a three-day hike through the Val d ...

The Stout Grove is located within Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park. This grove is filled with old growth coastal Redwood Trees and is a highlight of any visit to Redwoods National Park.