At the World’s Smallest Museum in Superior, AZ you can view the world’s largest Apache Tear stone from one of the world’s largest copper mines.
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Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park like no other
Boyce Thompson Arboretum, tucked into the foothills of Picketpost Mountain near Superior, AZ is a state park like no other. It’s home to hundreds of species of desert loving plants from around Arizona and other parts of the world.
Rock stacks in nature: Art or vandalism?
Some think it’s a beautiful form of art. Others equate it to environmental vandalism. What do you think? Take the … More
Historic Hayden Flour Mill remains an anchor in downtown Tempe
Hayden Flour Mill attracted the town that became Tempe and gave Mill Avenue its name.
Inverted pyramid building in Tempe shades itself
Unlike most office buildings in Arizona’s Valley of the Sun that tend to get super hot from intense sunlight beating … More
Burro Creek Bridge spans farther than most in the Southwest
Stretching across the remote Burro Creek gorge along U.S. Highway 93 about 15 miles (24 kms) south of Wikieup, AZ … More
Mystery of Phoenix castle unraveled
It’s called My Mystery Castle, although once you hear the story it’s not so mysterious. Boyce Gully built this native stone castle at … More
Historic El Tovar Hotel transcends time on Grand Canyon South Rim
Along the South Rim of the Grand Canyon sits the El Tovar hotel, known by travelers around the world for … More
Cool Springs Station worth going out of the way for
Everyone knows the secret to a successful rest stop is to build a modern facility with all the bells and … More
Experience Grand Canyon Desert View Watchtower up close
At a point high above an elbow in the Grand Canyon where the Colorado River shifts from south to west … More
Desert View offers unique perspective from Grand Canyon South Rim
Like an oasis for travelers, the Desert View Visitor Center awaits people arriving at the Grand Canyon’s south rim from … More
4 Arizona Wonders the whole family can enjoy
If you’re looking for family-friendly activities, Arizona has plenty of natural wonders that won’t disappoint. Here are a few favorites that most everyone can enjoy, regardless of age or physical ability.