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Arizona Bucket List Adventure Guide & Journal takes you to 50 must-see natural wonders in the Grand Canyon state

Great book for any Arizona explorer. Get tips on travel, planning and permits for the most amazing places to explore in Arizona.

ruins of old cabin

This mellow hike to Lost Ranch ruins in Phoenix South Mountain Park is just right

Not too easy; not too hard: At three miles in length, the relatively short and moderately-pitched trail to Lost Ranch is just right.

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In a year of letdowns, Global Peace Warrior Ken Koshio lifted spirits atop Piestewa Peak with his inspiring music

In 2020, early morning hikers on Piestewa Peak received a spiritual boost by the inspiring sounds of taiko-style drummer Ken Koshio.

Birthing scene petroglyph at Rock Art Ranch

Walk in the footsteps of ancient Anasazi people at Rock Art Ranch near Winslow

Rock Art Ranch is a unique natural wonder about 20 miles southeast of Winslow. The highlight is a collection of some of the oldest petroglyph rock art discovered on Earth.

Emerald Cove is really a small cave

How to plan an amazing kayaking and camping adventure to Emerald Cove and Willow Beach on the Colorado River

Instagram-worthy Emerald Cove gets its name from the brilliant, greenish hues that light up the water when the sun’s at just the right angle. Get tips on planning an epic trip to this Arizona wonder.

Cathedral rock Sedona, AZ

Best place to photograph Sedona’s Cathedral Rock formation: Crescent Moon Picnic Site

If you want to experience the iconic views of Sedona’s Cathedral Rock formation, head to Crescent Moon Picnic Area.

Devil's Kitchen Sinkhole

Hike the back way to Soldiers Pass in Sedona on Cibola Pass Trail from Jordan Trailhead

If you’re looking to experience Soldiers Pass in Sedona, and want to avoid the well-known hassles of accessing the Soldiers Pass Trailhead, consider starting at Jordan Road trailhead and hiking Cibola Pass and Jordan Trail to Devil’s Kitchen sinkhole.

Lake Powell is visible in the background as David Blaine floats over Page, AZ

Illusionist David Blaine mesmerized by Arizona landscape as he dangles from helium balloons 20,000 feet overhead

World-famous Illusionist David Blaine pulled off perhaps his most death-defying challenge to date as he dangled from helium balloons nearly 18,000 feet above the ground over Page, AZ.

Fay Canyon red rocks

It’s hard to beat Sedona’s Fay Canyon Trail for variety and views

Few trails in the Sedona area offer as much variety with spectacular views of the famous red rock formations as Fay Canyon Trail. And it’s only about a mile long.

Biking Grand Canyon South Rim via Hermit Road (with video)

Grand Canyon is a sight to behold. One of the best ways to see it is to climb on a bike at the Grand Canyon Visitor Center near Mather Point and head west on Hermit Road.

Comet Neowise over Northern Arizona sky

Check out these jaw-dropping images of Comet NEOWISE captured by Arizona photographers

In July 2020, Comet Neowise graced the northern hemisphere sky. These Arizona photographers captured spectacular images of the rare event.

Mescal Mountain viewed from Aerie Trail

Magnificent views await you on Aerie Trail from Fay Canyon to Doe Mountain in Sedona

Aerie Trail starts out on a flat section of high desert near Sedona and leads up several switchbacks and traverses around the northern side of Doe Mountain.