Arizona Activities

Trails everywhere: Camelback, Piestewa Peak, South Mountain, White Tank, Superstitions, and Sedona red rocks.

Easier options like Riparian Preserve, Desert Botanical Garden, and Papago Park.

Road cycling at Scottsdale Greenbelt and Rio Salado Pathway, plus mountain biking at McDowell Sonoran Preserve.

Arizona is a golf capital, with multiple courses throughout Sun City, Scottsdale, Peoria, and Phoenix.

Tempe Town Lake, Lake Pleasant, Saguaro Lake, and the Salt River.

A popular summer favorite for enjoying the river and desert scenery.

Ranch experiences in Cave Creek, Scottsdale, and Wickenburg.

Popular desert adventures around Lake Pleasant, Sedona, and Florence.

Queen Creek, Camelback, and various climbing areas throughout northern Arizona.

Hiking, mule rides, and scenic overlooks.

Vortex hikes, Jeep tours, and scenic drives.

Photography opportunities and guided tours.

Scenic drives and guided Navajo tours.

Cooler weather, hiking, and skiing during winter.

Enjoy local parks, lakes, and mountain preserves.

Riparian Preserve and Boyce Thompson Arboretum offer excellent opportunities for birdwatching.

Experience clear desert skies, especially around Flagstaff, a designated Dark Sky City.

Seasonal markets can be found throughout Phoenix, Scottsdale, Glendale, and Sun City.

Lake Pleasant, Bartlett Lake, and Roosevelt Lake.

Urban lakes in Surprise, Peoria, and Glendale, as well as larger reservoirs throughout Arizona.

Community pools, resort pools, and water parks offer refreshing options during warmer months.

Wildflower viewing around the Superstitions and Picacho Peak.

Fall festivals and pumpkin patches at Schnepf Farms and Tolmachoff Farms.

Skiing and snow play at Snowbowl in Flagstaff and Sunrise in the White Mountains.