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Lyman Lake State Park

Lyman Lake State Park

Lyman Lake State Park in Arizona spans about 1,200 acres. The Little Colorado River was dammed to construct this 1,500-acre reservoir at 6,000 feet. The reservoir is beautiful since it is filled with water from snowmelt on nearby mountains like Mount Baldy and Escudilla. The 

Patagonia Lake State Park

Patagonia Lake State Park

Patagonia Lake State Park is well known for several things, including the must-see locations in the surrounding area, paths along the shoreline, open hours, admission prices, picnic areas, camping sites, and local lodgings.   The campground looks out over an artificial lake that spans 265 acres 

Picacho Peak State Park

Picacho Peak State Park

Picacho Peak State Park is an Arizona location that should be noticed. It can be found in southern Arizona along Interstate 10. Its prominent summit that rises to an altitude of 1,500 feet features beautiful views and hiking trails that lead to breathtaking vistas. Wildflowers 

Red Rock State Park

Red Rock State Park

Red Rock State Park is a wildlife preserve and environmental teaching center that spans 286 acres and features breathtaking landscapes. The rich banks of Oak Creek can be reached by a network of trails that wind through Manzanita and Juniper across the park. Natural plants 

Grand Canyon Parashant National Monument

Grand Canyon Parashant National Monument

Grand Canyon Parashant National Monument is in the far northwestern part of Arizona.  The National Park Service and the Bureau of Land Management work together to oversee the management of this protected area.  Established in 2000, it shares a border with Grand Canyon National Park 

Montezuma Castle National Monument

Montezuma Castle National Monument

Montezuma Castle National Monument in Camp Verde, Arizona, preserves the remarkable dwellings of the Sinagua Indians.  The remarkable architectural abilities of early civilizations are on display in this historic tower, reminiscent of a skyscraper with five stories of apartments.  Over three centuries, it was used 

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument is a UNESCO biosphere reserve and a United States national monument in southern Arizona on the international border with the state of Sonora in Mexico.  More than 2,000 plant species, 300 bird species, and 100 reptile and amphibian species make 

Pipe Spring National Monument

Pipe Spring National Monument

Pipe Spring National Monument is a historical and cultural landmark in northern Arizona.  The National Park Service maintains the monument and serves to honour the legacy of both the native Kaibab Paiute people and the early Mormon settlers who lived in the area.  The highlight 

General George Crook National Recreation Trail

General George Crook National Recreation Trail

General George Crook National Recreation Trail is a scenic trail located in Arizona, named after General George Crook. Fort McDowell, Fort Verde, Camp Reno, Fort Apache, and Camp San Carlos were only some of the Army’s responses. General George Crook, the head of the troops, 

Papago Park

Papago Park

Papago Park is an easily accessible and aesthetically pleasing desert oasis in the greater Phoenix area. Visitors can explore the park’s various lagoons, go on bike rides, and picnic on the park’s 1,500 acres. The park’s walkways feature an interesting assortment of natural and artificial