Balanced Rock, like many things in the Arizona desert, defies logic. And that’s part of the allure.
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Category: Nature
Top 10 AZ Wonders blog posts of 2018
Our annual look back at the posts that were most viewed by thousands of Arizona fans.
How to tell the difference between Saguaro and Arizona barrel cactus
Knowing the difference between Saguaro and Arizona Barrel cactus can help you better appreciate the diverse plant life in the desert.
Stunning beauty exists deep in the shallow coves of Canyon Lake
Canyon Lake is one of Arizona’s beautiful gems. If you want to gain a true appreciation for this spectacular oasis on the edge of the desert, you have to paddle back into the shallow coves.
Challenging Wave Cave Trail is an Arizona favorite for pictures
Wave Cave is one of the most photographed natural wonders in Arizona. Find out how to take your own wave cave pictures, get trailhead directions and a permit.
Something’s always blooming at Flower Street Urban Gardens in Phoenix
Intense sunshine and heat in Phoenix pose a unique challenge for gardeners trying to grow flowers and vegetables. One family has created a system for growing plants vertically on the block walls surrounding their property.
Best short hike in Phoenix: Mormon Trail to Hidden Valley and Fat Man’s Pass in South Mountain Park
If you’re in Phoenix for just a short time and need a quick fix of nature on one of the city’s legendary trails, the Mormon Trail to Hidden Valley hike may be just the thing for you.
Ultimate Arizona Wonders bucket list and top ten list
After an eye-opening experience I had in 2014, I created the ultimate bucket list of amazing Arizona wonders I have to visit and started checking them off.
Video: Chasing waterfalls on Camelback Mountain in Phoenix
Camelback Mountain is one of the most recognizable mountains in Arizona. What’s rarely seen are the post-storm waterfalls that run off of rocky crags on the west end of the mountain when it rains hard.
Petroglyph rock art in South Mountain Park provides evidence of ancestral Hohokam life
The valleys surrounding the South Mountains were home to ancient people who pecked geometric images into stone outcrops and boulders at least 600 years ago.
Video: Flash flood waters rushing off the Phoenix Mountains Preserve
It doesn’t rain a lot in Phoenix but when it does, sometimes it comes in massive volumes. That was the case in 2018 when Hurricane Rosa made landfall and dumped lots of rain on Arizona.
Arizona Balloon Safaris review: A great way to celebrate special moments
Our decision to go with Arizona Balloon Safari was a no-brainer based on their online reviews, and was reinforced every step of the way.
