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Hiking Trails in the Border Region

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Itching to blaze a new trail?  With the weather dropping, it's a nice time to get out and see the beautiful desert without sweating your butt off.  Here are some hiking trails from across the border region.

Tucson:

Romero Pools-  This is a great hike for everyone, beginner to advanced.  It has great views of the Santa Catalina Mountains once you get into the trail for a little.  The views are really breathtaking and you feel like you're engulfed in the mountains themselves.  Also, the pools have a fun cliff jumping spot once you finally get to your destination.  However, it may be a little too cold for anyone to jump into the water this late in the season.  Check out my blog for a more personal look at my experience hiking the trail to Romero Pools.

Finger Rock Canyon-  Finger Rock is known as a more difficult hike in Tucson, but definitely pays out in the end.  Personally, I have never hiked up to Finger Rock, but have only read and heard great things about it.  The hike is a steep one, but apparently the views you get from it will make you feel better about the steepness.  If you choose to go all the way up to Mt. Kimball (the summit of the hike), it is an ambitious hike, which according to the Sierra Club Tucson Trail Guide, is about 10 miles with its highest elevation being about 7255 feet.

Seven Falls-  This is one of the most popular hikes in the Tucson area.  It is of beginner level, which makes it fun for everyone!  However, just because it is an easier hike, doesn't mean the views aren't great.  The destination is a great place to have lunch, chill out, and jump in the water.  Again, I think it may be a little too late in the year to jump in the water, but still if you want to keep this one in the back of your mind for when it heats up again, this definitely is a hike every person in Tucson should do!  Check out my blog for a more personal reflection on Seven Falls.

El Paso, TX

Rio Grande River Walk-  How cool does this sound?  The Rio Grande is one of the most popular and well known rivers in all of North America.  The hike begins at the border of Texas and New Mexico, at the border of Mexico.  It doesn't seem like much of a "hike" but a nice walk across the river.  Personally, I have never seen the Rio Grande River before, and would love to see it! 

Mexico

Copper Canyon- Copper Canyon is told to be one of the most popular Canyon spectacles in all of North America.  Located in Chihuahua, Mexico, this would be a trip any person would love.  However, this isn't your average "walk out your door" kind of hike, this would definitely be a planned trip.  Considering it's one of the most sought after outdoor trips, I would definitely recommend looking into this as a potential trip.

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