Welcome to Hike Southwest!

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Hiking & Backpacking

In Arizona's White Mountains

Unique guided adventures

Information to help you go it on your own

Trail stewardship opportunities to help you show some love to our beautiful White Mountains.

Let's get out there and have some fun!

Have questions? Please don't hesitate to reach out, we're always happy to help!

Debbie & Aaron Fogle

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Hiking

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Trail Stew

Alpine Trail Celebration was a HUGE success!

Trail lovers gathered to talk trails, learn which have been cleared in 2024, and see what's planned for 2025.

Alpine Trail Stewards announced an IMPRESSIVE impact of over 2,000 volunteer hours so far in 2024 and celebrated 3 newly certified crosscut members!

Join the fun, learn how we can HELP YOU get out there and make a difference too!

Join the Crusade to clear trails HERE!

Women Wanted!

Register by selecting your date(s) of choice on the calendar

2. Pay with cash the day of the hike or

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Alpine Trail Stewards

Join us October 23rd!

Ready to step back and clear trails the old school way? Grab a crosscut saw and join us in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests. This trail work event is a chance to reconnect with nature, learn hands-on skills, and help restore the land we all love. This is your chance to give back, meet like-minded people, and enjoy the outdoors.

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! ALL ARE WELCOME!

This is an overnight event with Wednesday being the only day we focus on trail upkeep. If you are interested in attending Wednesday only, we'd love to have you- please register to ensure a spot.

Location of work: KP Trail #70 at KP Cienega Campground

Registration on Event Brite is requested to manage capacity and tools

Sign up HERE!

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What Other's Say:

Luke Koenig: Volunteer Coordinator - Wild AZ

"Debbie and Aaron are passionate stewards of the White Mountains and some of the most welcoming, hospitable people I've ever met. What's more, they know the area better than anybody. It can take decades to become intimately acquainted with an area as vast and wild as the Whites, and luckily for us, Debbie and Aaron are willing to let us in on some the secrets of this place they care so deeply about. You will not find better, more up-to-date information on the trails anywhere else. Any experience with them comes with real local knowledge, campfire stories, history, and an ethic of responsible recreation. For my job, I work with communities to maintain trail systems. And in the Whites, that just wouldn't be possible without Debbie and Aaron."

Gary Hart: Hiking & Backpacking Enthusiast

"I needed to shake down a new pack and had the opportunity to tag along with Debbie and Aaron on a two-day one-night hike in the Blue Range Primitive Area. This area is one of Arizona's best kept secrets and lightly used. It has an extensive system of trails that no one knows better than Debbie and Aaron except the long-time ranchers of the Blue. Water is always a top concern when long distance hiking in the high and arid west and Debbie and Aaron know where the water is. We spent the night at a great camp site close to a little creek. I highly recommend their services; they are accomplished thru hikers and outdoorsmen with years of experience." See you on the trail, G-Man

Valerie C.: Hunter & Outdoor Enthusiast

"My guide, Debbie's knowledge and enthusiasm made my outdoor experience more desirable. It's obvious this comes second nature to her. I highly recommend Hike Southwest. I will be booking my next adventure with them!"

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Still lots of snow in the CO high country! #colora

Crosscut and Chainsaw training last couple of days

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The Spring runoff is on in the White Mountains! Bl

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