Boynton Pass Vortex in Sedona, Arizona, is one of several vortex sites in the Sedona area known for their purported energy-enhancing properties. Vortexes are believed to be swirling centers of energy that are conducive to healing, meditation, and self-exploration.
The Tucson Botanical Gardens promotes the use of plants and water in a desert environment through education and demonstration. It provides a place of beauty and tranquility for Tucson residents and visitors.
Saguaro National Park is a stunning natural treasure located in Tucson, Arizona. Split into two separate districts, the park showcases the unique and iconic saguaro cactus, along with a diverse range of desert plants, wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes.
Picacho Peak State Park is a popular outdoor recreation area located in southern Arizona, approximately halfway between Tucson and Phoenix. The park is known for its distinctive geological formation, Picacho Peak, which rises over 1,500 feet above the surrounding desert landscape.
San Tan Mountain Regional Park is a scenic recreational area located near Queen Creek, Pinal County, Arizona. Although the park is administered by Maricopa County Parks, it is located within Pinal County. It encompasses over 10,000 acres and preserves a portion of the San Tan Mountains, south of Queen Creek.
Catalina State Park is a picturesque outdoor recreational area located in Oro Valley, just north of Tucson, Arizona. It is home to nearly 5,000 saguaros and desert plants. There are 5,500 acres of foothills and canyons that offer opportunities for camping, hiking, and bird watching. The park is home to more than 150 species.
Sabino Canyon Recreation Area is a beautiful natural oasis located in the Santa Catalina Mountains near Tucson, Arizona. It offers a peaceful escape from the city where visitors can enjoy hiking, wildlife viewing, picnicking, and educational experiences amidst the stunning beauty of the Sonoran Desert.
Tempe Beach Park at Tempe Town Lake is where many of the events and festivals are held. The amphitheatre is on the south bank. Tempe Beach Park is on the Rio Salado Parkway.
White Tank Mountain Regional Park is a beautiful desert oasis located in Waddell, Arizona, just outside of Phoenix. Spanning over 30,000 acres, the park is named after the white granite rock formations that dominate the landscape.
Riordan Mansion State Historic Park is a historic house museum located in Flagstaff, Arizona. The park consists of two nearly identical homes built in 1904 by Michael and Timothy Riordan, prominent lumber barons in the area.
Mt Graham is a mountain in Graham County, Arizona, United States, approximately 70 miles (110 km) northeast of Tucson. The mountain reaches 10,724 feet (3,269 m) in height. It is the highest elevation in Graham County, Coronado National Forest and the Pinaleño Mountains.
The 23,000-acre Gila Box Riparian National Conservation Area includes four perennial waterways, the Gila and San Francisco rivers and Bonita and Eagle creeks. This region is a very special riparian ecosystem abounding with plant and animal diversity.
Arizona Hot Spring Trail is located in a dramatic slot canyon that joins the river just downstream of Ringbolt Rapid. Park at the trailhead and walk down the hill and under the highway.
Explore the wonders of nature at this renowned desert museum. Phoenix is home to Desert Botanical Garden, which features desert plants, Chihuly glass and more.
Papago Park is a municipal park of the cities of Phoenix and Tempe, Arizona, USA. It has been designated as a Phoenix Point of Pride. Papago Park includes Hunt's Tomb, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Thunderbird Conservation Park is 1,185 acres of desert preserve, offering recreational opportunities to Valley residents looking to enjoy the outdoors.
Oak Creek Canyon is a river gorge located along the Mogollon Rim in northern Arizona between the cities of Flagstaff and Sedona. The canyon is often described as a smaller cousin of the Grand Canyon because of its scenic beauty.
