B

Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Boyce Thompson Arboretum

Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park is the place to discover the intricate beauty and many faces of Arizona's oldest and…

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C

Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Casa Grande Ruins National Monument

Casa Grande Ruins National Monument preserves the remains of an ancient Hohokam farming village as well as the enigmatic Great…

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Catalina State Park

Wildflowers in the spring, hiking, horseback riding, and scenic views of the north side of the Catalinas.

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D

Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Dead Horse Ranch State Park

Despite its distinctive name, Dead Horse Ranch is situated amidst an abundance of life along the Verde River. A six-mile…

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E

Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Estrella Mountain Regional Park

Perched on a ridgeline of Estrella Mountain Regional Park, one could have witnessed the unfolding of many interesting events and…

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F

Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Fort Verde State Historic Park

Fort Verde State Historic Park is the best preserved example of an Indian Wars period fort in Arizona. Spanning from…

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J

Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

Jerome State Historic Park

The "Billion Dollar" Copper Camp Jerome's modern history began in 1876 when three prospectors staked claims on rich copper deposits.…

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K

Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Kartchner Caverns State Park

Kartchner Caverns is one of the world's best living caves and remains the anchor that draws the masses to the…

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L

Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

Lost Dutchman State Park

Named after the fabled lost gold mine, this park is located in the Sonoran Desert at an elevation of 2000…

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O

A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Oracle State Park

Center for Environmental Education Oracle State Park is located in the northeastern foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains near the…

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P

Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Patagonia Lake State Park

Fishing, camping, hiking, wildlife viewing, boating, skiing (during the week).

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Petrified Forest National Park

The Petrified Forest National Park in northern Arizona was created to preserve the mineralized remains of Mesozoic Forests commonly known…

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More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Picacho Peak State Park

Picacho Peak was often used as a landmark by early explorers. During the 17th century, dedicated Jesuit priest Father Kino…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Picacho Peak State Park

A stiff hike with a good view and prime spring wild flower displays.

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R

Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Red Rock State Park

The Red Rock State Park property was acquired by the Arizona State Parks Board in 1986 and the park was…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Riordan Mansion S.H.P.

Timothy and Michael Riordan were prominent pioneer Flagstaff businessmen who developed a successful logging business, the Arizona Lumber and Timber…

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Roper Lake State Park

Fishing, camping, hiking, wildlife viewing. Park Facilities: Natural mineral water hot springs hot tub Cabins available by reservation. Please call…

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S

Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Slide Rock State Park

Slide Rock State Park, originally the Pendley Homestead, is a 43-acre historical apple farm located in Oak Creek Canyon. Frank…

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T

Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park

The 1882 Cochise County Courthouse offers a museum of Tombstone’s frontier history.

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Tonto Natural Bridge State Park

Tucked away in a tiny valley surrounded by a forest of pine trees, Tonto Natural Bridge has been in the…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Tubac Presidio State Historic Park

The remains of a Spanish fort built in 1752.

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W

A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

White Tank Regional Park

White Tank Mountain Regional Park is nearly 30,000 acres, making it the largest park in the Maricopa County system. Most…

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