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The secret to 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.
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.
Phoenix Pueblo Grande Museum preserves Hohokam way of life
Spend an hour walking around the Pueblo Grande Museum and you’ll quickly appreciate how the ancestral Hohokham Indians were able to thrive in the hot desert region now known as Phoenix.
Where to see the Praying Monk of Camelback Mountain in Phoenix
On the northwest side of the head section of Camelback Mountain, there is an interesting rock formation that people have dubbed “Praying Monk.” Once you see it, you’ll know why.
Hole in the Rock at Papago Park a magnet for sightseers in Phoenix
Every day, thousands of people whiz by on the Loop 202 freeway between Phoenix and Tempe without knowing they’re about … More
Could Piestewa Peak have an identity crisis?
If a mountain could experience an identity crisis, Piestewa Peak (aka Squaw Peak) would be high risk. Originally named Squaw … More
Get an up-close at South Mountain park in Phoenix
With over 16,000 acres to explore in Phoenix’s South Mountain Park, it’s easy to miss a few things when you … More
America’s Largest City Park: South Mountain in Phoenix
Just south of downtown Phoenix rests South Mountain Park – the largest city-run park in America. With access points in … More
This Saguaro stands like a traffic cop in a North Phoenix neighborhood
Seen in a North Phoenix neighborhood