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Leave room for the unexpected.

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

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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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

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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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Catalina State Park

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

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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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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

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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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

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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A place to slow down.

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

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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Take the long way.

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

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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A place to slow down.

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

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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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

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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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Patagonia Lake State Park

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

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

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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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

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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Leave room for the unexpected.

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

Picacho Peak State Park

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

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

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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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

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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Go a little further.

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

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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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

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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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park

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

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Let the road decide.

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

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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Leave room for the unexpected.

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

Tubac Presidio State Historic Park

The remains of a Spanish fort built in 1752.

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

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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