Colorado River viewed from Plateau Point in Grand Canyon

March Magic: Explore Arizona’s unforgettable natural wonders

March is the ideal month to visit Arizona, offering perfect weather for outdoor exploration. Visitors can enjoy stunning natural wonders like the Grand Canyon, Sedona’s red rocks, and various national parks without the usual heat restrictions. Activities include guided tours, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to low 80s °F.

Guide to Water Wheel Falls: This epic hike guarantees year-round waterfalls, rocks and shade

Water Wheel Falls near Payson, Arizona, offers a stunning 1.8-mile hike featuring year-round waterfalls and unique rock formations. With a moderate difficulty level and an elevation gain of 150 feet, hikers can expect a 1 to 2-hour adventure. Access requires a Tonto Pass, and the trail offers picnic spots and scenic views.

Several people kayaking on the Colorado River

Put these top-rated adventure tours on your Arizona Bucket List

Looking for some awesome adventure tours to add to your Arizona Bucket List? Put these top-rated adventure tours on your Arizona Bucket List

Man hiking "upstream" in a red sandstone slot canyon.

Arizona Bucket List: This simple book is changing the way people experience Arizona’s natural wonders

Arizona is a state renowned for its diverse and breathtaking natural wonders. From towering red rock formations to vast canyons … More

Fountain Hills Botanical Garden

Explore the landscape at Fountain Hills Desert Sonoran Botanical Garden and expand your knowledge of Arizona plants and geology

A short visit to the Desert Sonoran Botanical Garden can provide you a free crash course in the plants and landscape that makes Arizona so unique.

Fountain Hills Lake Overlook Trail leads you through a beautiful desert landscape to this world-famous fountain

If you’re looking for an adventurous way to take in the sights of Fountain Hills, I suggest you set foot on the scenic 2-mile Lake Overlook Trail Loop.

aspen trees on shore of Big Lake

First-timer’s guide to exploring Arizona’s White Mountains

If you were a passenger on a car ride to Arizona’s White Mountains in the eastern part of the state … More

If you hike only one trail in the White Mountains of Arizona, make it this one

In the White Mountains of Arizona, Thompson Trail #629 is a go-to hike for the true taste of the best of this picturesque part of the state.

Expect the unexpected when you visit Montezuma Well near Sedona

Montezuma Well is a unique geologic feature 18 miles south of Sedona, Arizona that refills with over 1.5 gallons of spring water each day.

Image of large cylindrical rock feature in center with water wrapping around it

Arizona adventure writer shares insider tips to kayak Horseshoe Bend on the Colorado River between Glen Canyon Dam and Lee’s Ferry

Dreaming of kayaking the Colorado River through Horseshoe Bend? Here’s all you need to turn your dream into reality.

Large boulders emerge from Watson Lake near Prescott, AZ

See why Watson Lake in Prescott, AZ is the best small lake in the country to paddle a kayak or stand-up paddleboard

Arizona Bucket List Adventure Guide author Paul Fiarkoski makes a compelling case for why Watson Lake near Prescott is the best small lake for paddling in the United States.

Willow Beach kayak launch site

Here’s a rundown of the best places to kayak in Arizona

Arizona is well-known for its desert landscape and hiking trails, but it also offers some world-class kayaking opportunities.