Climbing over 300 steps isn’t everyone’s idea of fun, but ethereal desert surroundings definitely make it seem like less of a workout. You’ll find one such magical scene at the Victory Stairs, one of the best hikes in Buckeye, AZ. It’s a short and sweet, yet still plenty challenging adventure fit for the whole family. In this article, we included some great Victory Steps at Verrado photos to whet your hiking in Arizona appetite!

Hiding in the neighborhood of Verrado, the Victory Stairs are a fun, yet challenging adventure for the whole family.
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This 300+ step staircase ascends nearly 200 feet high, seeming to lead straight up into the heavens (Trust us; it looks far more daunting than it is!), and is among the most beautiful hikes in Arizona.
Even from a distance, one can clearly see the stairway snaking up the hill as it carves a foreboding path guaranteed to test your resolves.
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The trail is only 0.2 miles long, but it definitely packs a punch despite the minimal length. Make sure you drink plenty of water before, during, and after!
The hike is suitable for all ages and skill levels, save for very small children.
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It's really no different than any other desert hike with a moderate elevation gain, so it should be no biggie even if you're a beginner.

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Your legs will undoubtedly start burning at some point, but encouraging messages are interspersed along the way to keep your motivation up.
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Fresh air, solitude, and the beautiful Arizona desert surrounding you on all sides -- is there a better view for cardio in existence? We sure can't imagine one.
Upon reaching the summit, there are additional hiking trails you can embark on beyond the staircase itself.
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Just look at that mountain view on the horizon! Breathtaking sights are everywhere you look up here.
Sunset brings with it a whole new world, as the city below becomes shrouded in a dim, ethereal luminescence.
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Time your visit just right to see this picture-perfect sunset scene unfold as you climb the final step.
Luckily, the stairs are situated in such a way that shade is ample in the late afternoon and evening hours.
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Going down is an entirely different experience than scaling the steps, as you get to see things from an opposite perspective (not to mention how relieved you'll be knowing all the hard work is done!) Can you see now why we think this is one of the most fun hikes in Arizona?

Have you ever hiked the Victory at Verrado Stairs? If so, what was your favorite part? Would you agree that it is one of the most beautiful hikes in Arizona? We’d love to read about your experience in the comments section below!

For more information, go to the Verrado Stairs page of the AllTrails website. There is also a Victory at Verrado Stairs Facebook page. Plus, there are plenty of other great hikes in the area that you can find by going to the AllTrails website.

Also, be sure to check out our previous post for another staircase hike: This Waterfall Staircase Hike May Be The Most Unique In All Of Arizona.

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