In Arizona, as summer is around the corner, the sun becomes a fiery magician - sometimes even turning raw eggs left outside into a cooked scramble. The residents retreat to their abodes in the late afternoon and try to come out earlier to avoid the heat. In the rare instances when not overcome by the temptation of the snooze button, this resident here goes on a sunrise walk.
Below are some of my favorite local spots for sunrise walks:
Pinnacle Peak Park Trail
As you turn the corner towards the last mile of the trail, the mountain no longer obstructs the sun. Light rays cascade onto the steps leading down, nature’s version of the Hollywood red carpet. As the sun squeezes itself up over the ranges in the horizon, the city in front of you is bathed in a golden glow. Going early lets you avoid the crowds on this out-and-back path. It takes about 2-3 hours to finish as you traverse up and down twice one way, and then back the other way.
Desert Vista Trail
In the spring, the hills are lush with vegetation. A little after sunrise, you can see the hot air balloons taking off. Their splash of colors stand out in contrast to the clouds, from which the sun gently peaks out. The loop trail, with its gentle ups and downs, takes 2-3 hours to complete.
McDowell Sonoran Preserve
30,580 acres of desert and 225 plus miles of trail to explore at your heart’s content. At sunrise, the blue-tinted mountains look like ocean waves. Sometimes, a playful wind creatively shapes the clouds into fun and artistic shapes.
From Tom’s Thumb Trailhead at the northern end, you can take the side trail to see rock remains of a landslide that happened 500,000 years ago. Gateway Trailhead at the southern end offers a moderate 4.4 mile loop, best taken clockwise for an easier and scenic downhill.
How about you fellow local guides? Is there a local spot you like to walk at to enjoy sunrises? 
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Wow what a fantastic post @AZ_2021 . Love those amazing pics. I have always seen those hot air balloons but never going in that for sure. 
Good to know about those trails will definitely explore them as well. Thanks for sharing.
Keep Guiding!
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You are too kind @AnithaM 
Always brightens my day to hear from you.
Yes, same as you- it would be scary to actually go up in the hot air ballon. 
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I shudder to imagine how it would feel to walk down such a truly magnificent path @AZ_2021
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@AZ_2021
Good morning
Your description of Arizona’s summer and the sun’s magical effect is captivating! It’s admirable that you choose to go on sunrise walks, embracing the beauty of the early morning while avoiding the scorching heat. Enjoy those peaceful moments! Thank you for sharing favourite local spots. Keep continue sharing good content.All the best 
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Beautiful pictures keep it up
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Arizona walking trails & sunrise… Wooo… Great combination…, my dear friend @AZ_2021
Can I expect sponge Captions for the photos, my friend?
All the shots are excellent… Pleasing to eyes, my selection will be the 2nd Collage…
Yes, we do have many such walking/jogging trails - in Bangalore, it is around the lakes… Sunset & sunrise - both are enjoyable in our climate…
Thanks for your valuable sharing, which is under the ‘Featured’ board - congratulations!
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Thank you @MohammadPalash
You are too kind. Hope you get to enjoy a beautiful sunrise too. 
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Always nice to hear from you @PattyBlack !
Too humorous - yes, it can get hot! Thank you for your kind and supportive words, and I love how you felt immersed in the desert.
Wow, that is nice that you also get to see some hot air balloons on your way to work, and I can relate to how your heart soars with them but then the moment you get into work- you are interrupted from the trance.
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Thank you @Mhp220587 for taking time to read and enjoy!
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Thank you @TravellerG
Oh, so wonderful to see it got featured.
Yes, great idea for the captions. I will have to try to remember to use it in the next article.
Nice to hear as well that you have many walking trails around the lakes; it is relaxing to get out. 
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Thank you @PrasadVR
I try to go occasionally, but many times I get so sleepy on the weekends, I miss the sunrise. I will have to go on them more often to escape the summer heat. 
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Thank you @TerryPG for reading and enjoying the photos.
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Realmente las tomas son explendidas , un 
desde Narashino, Japón, gambatte, Matane.
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You are most welcome, my dear friend @AZ_2021 ,
I have a check list which I use while preparing a post & finally recheck to confirm the photo serial number, Captions, etc.
Best wishes
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Thank you for your kinds words.
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e ci volo sopra con la fantasia 
ma poi arrivo all’ingresso dell’azienda e puff i miei sogni si dissolvono 
muchas gracias por tus saludos , 
me acabo de suscribir en Youtube, bellos videos , los veré con más tranquilidad , un abrazo