Top Fall Treks and Hikes: Historic Arizona Ranch Stay & Yellowstone Horseback Fly Fishing

With the arrival of cooler temperatures and vibrant fall foliage, autumn is the perfect time to explore new destinations. The summer crowds dissipate, prices fall from peak season highs, and airfare becomes more affordable. Whether you’re drawn to desert hikes, mountain treks, rainforest explorations, or island escapes, fall offers a diverse range of travel opportunities. Here are 13 fantastic fall getaways to consider for your next adventure.

Historic Arizona Ranch Stay

Located north of Phoenix, the Kay El Bar Guest Ranch is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has been hosting travelers for more than 100 years. Explore the cactus forests, slot canyons, sandy washes and rocky ridges of the Sonoran Desert and the Hassayampa River on a guided horseback ride or UTV tour, try cattle work, sport shooting or archery, or go for a hike, then unwind with a swim in the pool or a cold drink in the adobe lodge. https://www.kayelbar.com/

Yellowstone Horseback Fly Fishing

Travel by horseback into Yellowstone National Park’s interior and cast for trout on seldom-fished streams guided by the experts at Flying Pig Adventures. Whether it’s for a few hours or a full day, a family or a group of friends, Flying Pig will handle all the details for a unique Yellowstone fishing excursion. https://www.flyingpigrafting.com/flyfishing-montana

Jackson Hole Glamping

Wyoming’s Fireside Resort offers twenty-five luxuriously outfitted tiny house rental units designed by Wheelhaus just a short distance from Grand Teton National Park and the Jackson Hole ski slopes, making it the perfect place to stay for a fall getaway or winter ski trip. https://www.firesidejacksonhole.com/

National Parks by RV

National parks saw huge crowds over the summer, but fall is a wonderful time to visit for less traffic and pleasant temperatures. Blacksford rents fully stocked luxury overland adventure vehicles with all-inclusive pricing that provides unlimited miles, bedding, kitchen and bath supplies, Wi-Fi, a free annual pass to the national parks and 24-hour roadside assistance. https://www.blacksford.com/