Before the weeklong thunderstorm hit, we checked out the Porter Mountain Trails in Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ. These trails are part of the White Mountain Trail Network and while they weren’t as fun as the Secret Trails, they were still a good ride/hike. This trail system does seem to be more popular with horses so be aware. …
After finally leaving the Gila National Forest, we moved for a few weeks to the White Mountains of Arizona. Our boondocking spot is nestled in tall pines at around 7500′. There is a rare week-long thunderstorm expected to happen coming up so we hurried to get a few outdoor activities in. The Secret Trails in …

