High
Sonoran Menu of Adventures
intimate
lighthearted explorations
Scottsdale
Mountain Hiking
Special
day hikes near Scottsdale offer a chance to see desert waterfalls, prehistoric
Hohokom petroglyphs, stands of saguaro cactus, cholla, ocotillo, palo verde
trees and great vistas of the Valley of the Sun.
The
Superstition Mountain Wilderness offers the ultimate backpacking experience.
The remote rugged mountains contain thousands of acres of pristine Sonoran
desert with a rich history of Apaches and gold mines.
Scottsdale
Mountain Biking
For
the active group interested in challenge, the Mountain Preserves in and
near Phoenix offer a myriad of trails to choose from. Beginning to advanced
riders will laugh loud and shout hard as they maneuver the ups and downs
and twists and turns of the jeep trails and single track in America’s largest
urban mountain parks. Designed for all ability levels.
Sit-On-Top
Kayaking
Scottsdale
and the Valley of the Sun exist because of one singular phenomenon, two
abundant flowing desert rivers. Great blue herons, kingfishers, hawks and
eagles soar along the cottonwood and saguaro lined shores. Enjoy the thrill
of navigating two man sit-on-top kayaks on our rivers and lakes.
Guests
can expect to get wet and to have FUN!
Grand
Canyon Instant Camping
Your
bed is made, your dinner is ready, and your shower awaits. The elk are
nearby and the crowds are far away. The choices are yours; bicycling peaceful
forest lanes or thrilling hidden trails; hiking ancient Indian paths or
photographing breathtaking views. Perhaps your peaceful camp and the nearby
wildlife gives no reason to travel further
Grand
Canyon Biking Adventures
The
Grand Canyon has some of the least used and most enjoyable mountain biking
in the country. And the trails lead to the most spectacular scenery in
the world. South and north rim rides provide days of hiking and biking
and a lifetime of memories. Don't miss this one.
Grand
Canyon Hiking Adventures
Our
favorite multi-day backpacking treks are Ribbon Falls, Hermit and Grandview..
All three offer several side hikes, crystal-clear streams, breathtaking
side canyons and at least one night on the famous Colorado River. HSA multi-day
hikes are prearranged custom tours to allow our guests exactly the tour
they desire.