Editor’s note: It’s spring! Take advantage of our brief, merciful window of sane weather with some of the best hikes in the valley, lovingly hand-picked from the Desert Companion archives.

April 2011
15 Hikes in Your Backyard
An hour from your couch, these trails, climbs, and strolls await
By Heidi Kyser and Andrew Kiraly

March 2015
Nature Next Door
Lace up your sneakers and find a walk to remember in these 9 spots
By Heidi Kyser and Alan Gegax

March 2016
This Hike, It’s Personal
Bird watcher? Seasoned camper? Dog lover? We’ve got a custom adventure for you
By Alan Gegax

March 2014
Wild in the City
Walk, run, or ride these seven civic trails in your neighborhood
Compiled by Heidi Kyser

March 2020
Hikes After 5

Energize your weekday with these quick, fun, post-work jaunts
By Rachel Christiansen