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Tag: Parks

Amazing natural wonders are just waiting to be explored in Arizona’s hundreds of national, state, regional and city parks.

Explore ancient cliff dwellings at Walnut Canyon National Monument

At Walnut Canyon National Monument, southeast of Flagstaff, you can walk through one of the best preserved communities of cliff dwellings in Arizona.

Ancestral, arizonabucketlist, Flagstaff, North, Parks
stone fireplace in desert

Many myths surround the history of Lost Ranch ruins in Phoenix South Mountain Park

Tucked into a small valley of South Mountain Park in Phoenix is a little known ruins site that has generated all sorts of urban myths. I think I uncovered the truth.

Hike, Historic, Parks, Phoenix, Valley
Phoenix South Mountain Pima Canyon trailhead sign

South Mountain Park Pima Canyon Trailhead extreme makeover expands access, improves experience

In recent years, the Pima Canyon parking area and trailhead in South Mountain Park has become quite popular with hikers … More

Bike, Blog, Hike, Mountains, Parks, Phoenix, Valley
Man hiking through tunnel through boulders

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.

Ancestral, Hike, Mountains, Parks, Phoenix, Photography, Plants, Reviews, Tourism, Valley

Petroglyph rock art in South Mountain Park provides evidence of ancestral Hohokam life

South Mountain Park in Phoenix is home to thousands of petroglyphs left behind primarily by people of the Hohokam culture. Discover where you can see them in this post.

Ancestral, Mountains, Parks, Rock
Silhouette of hikers on mountain peak

Ultimate interactive guide to Phoenix Desert Preserves and Mountain Parks

You don’t have to go to the Grand Canyon to experience the natural beauty of Arizona. There are plenty of wonders to see right in the city of Phoenix. Check out this interactive guide.

Blog, Mountains, Parks, Phoenix, Tourism, Valley

Stroll through a desert wonderland at Boyce Thompson Arboretum

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.

Mountains, Parks, Photography, Rock, Video, Water
Panoramic view of Camelback Mountain in Phoenix, AZ

Camelback Mountain likely Arizona’s most popular

If you asked ten random people to name a mountain in Arizona, most of them would likely say Camelback Mountain. And … More

Mountains, Parks, Photography, Tourism

Gorgeous Granite Dells rise from Watson Lake near Prescott

Arizona is home to three national parks that millions of people travel to each year to see some of the … More

Camping, Drive, Kayaking, Parks, Photography, Rock, Water

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

arizonabucketlist, canyon, Parks, Rim, Tourism, Travel

Santa spotted mountain biking in Phoenix

Bike, Humor, Parks

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.

Monument, North, Parks, People, Photography, Rock, Sun, Tourism, Valley

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