Real Adventures
REAL PEOPLE. REAL PLACES. REAL ADVENTURES.
Adventure Starts here
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Who we are
Good People. Wild Places. Real Adventures.
Real Adventures AZ is an outdoor community based in Arizona, built around one simple idea: life is better outside. We bring people together through hikes, campouts, local adventures, and unforgettable trips around the world.
1k+
1,900+ Adventurers
Years Running
2+ years
Miles Explored
2000+
Adventures
70+ worldwide
Come for the adventure. Stay for the people.
The places are pretty incredible. The people you experience them with make them unforgettable.
Travel With Us
Go Further With Real Adventures
The Real Adventures Experience
More Than Just Getting Outside
Community
Come solo. Leave with people you’ll want to adventure with again.
Adventure
Hikes, campouts, weekend getaways, and whatever we decide to do next.
Beyond Arizona
Adventure goes wherever we do.
Find Your People
Somewhere along the trail, strangers stop feeling like strangers.
All Are Welcome
You don’t need a crew to show up. That’s kind of the point.
Memories
The kind of days you’ll still be talking about years from now.
Through Our Lens
The Stories We Bring Home
The People Behind It
Meet the crew
It started with Barrett organizing local hikes and inviting people to join him. Over time, more people showed up, friendships formed, and Real Adventures grew into something much bigger than those first hikes.
Today, a small crew works alongside him to keep it moving. We plan what’s next, host adventures, and continue to grow what Real Adventures has become.
Built by adventurers
Real Adventures is run by people who’d be doing this anyway.
Here for the people
Bringing people together has always been just as important as where we go.
How It Works
Find it. Join it. Show up.
Pick an adventure that’s right for you, sign up, and we’ll make sure you have everything you need to know before you go.
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Find Your Adventure
Check out what’s coming up and choose something that sounds like your kind of day.
02
Save Your Spot
Sign up through the event page and check the details so you know what to expect.
03
Join the Chat
You’ll be added to the group chat where we coordinate meetup details, carpools, and anything else you need to know.
04
Show Up and Go
Meet us there, find your pace, and enjoy the adventure with everyone else.
Testimonials
Hear It From the People Who Showed Up
Finding Home in a New Place
I had recently moved from Canada and didn’t really know anyone, so I was looking for a way to meet people and hopefully connect with others who shared similar interests. I decided to go to the hike solo, and I’m really glad I did! Real Adventures AZ gave me the opportunity to meet some amazing people and find a community that made Arizona feel a little more like home.
Darby
Piestewa Peak
Memories that stayed with me
Watching the sunrise from the peak was unforgettable, but what made the trip special was the people. The guide created such a welcoming atmosphere that even solo travelers felt like part of the group from day one.
Liam Carter
Piestewa Peak
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FAQ
Good to Know Before You Go
What age group usually comes?
Most people who join us are between 21 and 38, but there’s no set age range. Everyone is welcome. If an adventure has a specific age requirement, we’ll make that clear in the event details.
Can I come by myself?
Absolutely. A lot of people come to their first Real Adventures event without knowing anyone. You don’t need to bring a friend or already know someone in the group to join us.
Do I need to be an experienced hiker?
Not necessarily. We welcome all paces and experience levels, but every hike is different. Check the distance, elevation gain, difficulty, and event details before signing up to make sure the hike is within your ability.
What should I bring?
What you need depends on the adventure, so always check the event details first. For most Arizona hikes, come prepared with plenty of water, snacks, sunscreen, and proper footwear. We typically recommend around 3 liters of water for longer hikes.
How do meetups and carpools work?
After signing up, you’ll get the details for where and when to meet. We often coordinate carpools in the group chat, or you can meet everyone directly at the trailhead.