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Flowers, saguaros and boulders in the desert around Scottsdale, Arizona.

May 7, 202610 min read

Ultimate Weekend in Scottsdale, Arizona

Tucson, Arizona

Mar 24, 20266 min read

A Guide to Tucson

Kayaking the Colorado River. Jim David / Shutterstock

Feb 5, 20265 min read

The Best Time to Visit Arizona

Cathedral Rock in Sedona, Arizona. Matthew Noll/Shutterstock

Apr 16, 202514 min read

Top 20 Things to Do in Arizona

Grand Canyon National Park offers unforgettable views. Nomad Pixel/Shutterstock

Apr 13, 202510 min read

The 18 Best Things to Do in Grand Canyon National Park

A dirt road through a national park with many tall cacti across the landscape.

Nov 18, 20247 min read

A One-Stop Guide to Getting Around in Arizona

On a hike or bike ride, you can tap into Sedona’s dreamy desert vibes. Lissandra Melo/Shutterstock

Nov 11, 20249 min read

A First-Time Guide to Arizona

Lone Spur Cafe on Whiskey Row in Prescott, Arizona

Nov 8, 20246 min read

The 7 Best Road Trips in Arizona to Discover Ancient Culture and Modern Wonders

Beyond its spectacular desert landscapes, Arizona offers wineries, funky cities (like Tucson, pictured), art, architecture and more. Josh Edelson/AFP via Getty Images

Oct 17, 202410 min read

These 10 Places Will Show You the Best of Arizona

Evening light over Papago Park in Phoenix, Arizona.

Jan 18, 20237 min read

Arizona’s 5 Best National Parks and Monuments to Explore

Statues outside the Heard Museum of Native Cultures and Art

Aug 10, 20227 min read

10 of the Best Free Things to Do in Arizona

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Oct 14, 20217 min read

Experience Historic Route 66 on an Amazing Arizona Road Trip

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Oct 14, 20215 min read

Explore Arizona's Natural Beauty Beyond the Grand Canyon on This Epic Road Trip

Spider Rock, Canyon de Chelly National Monument

Oct 14, 20215 min read

Learn About Native Cultures and Tribal Lands on This Arizona Road Trip

A male hiker is standing on a steep cliff taking in the amazing view over famous Grand Canyon on a beautiful sunny day with blue sky in summer, Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona, USA

Oct 8, 202110 min read

See Hidden Waterfalls and Breathtaking Views on the 17 Best Hikes in Arizona

A girl floating in the clear desert water of West Clear Creek, Arizona

Sep 2, 20217 min read

Cool Off at These Perfectly Serene Arizona Swimming Spots and Beaches

Horseshoe Bend on the Colorado River in Glen Canyon, Arizona

Nov 25, 20205 min read

The Best of Arizona Beyond the Grand Canyon

The historic campus of Harvard University

Jun 27, 20204 min read

A Guide to Hiking the Wave, America's Most Exclusive Trek

Flagstaff Arizona was one of the first places in the world to tackle the problem of light pollution, and was the first Dark Sky Community in the United States. Geoffrey Hunt / Getty Images

Jun 18, 20207 min read

How One Arizona Town Became an International Dark Sky Community

The best waterfalls in the United States in the Grand Canyon and flow with bright turquoise colored water. Havasu Falls, Supai, Arizona
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Beautiful Havasu Falls, Supai, Arizona, United States

Jan 30, 20202 min read

Here's How to Get a Permit to Visit the Incredible Havasu Falls

Person in a white cap sits on a rock overlooking the deep blue water and Wizard Island of Crater Lake under a bright sky

Nov 5, 20192 min read

Missing One-Ton Boulder Known as “Wizard Rock” Magically Reappears in National Forest

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