Grand Canyon National Park · NPS/M. Quinn · Public domain (US federal government)

Road Trip Guide:
Arizona

Explore Arizona

At the Grand Canyon in Arizona, the North Rim lies 10 miles directly across from the South Rim and 21 miles away on foot, but the National Park Service puts the distance by car at more than 200 miles.

Around 15 breweries sit near the stops we cover in Arizona. 7 of them are brewpubs with a kitchen, which off the motorway is often the useful part. The kitchen figure is a floor: the source lists some full restaurants as production sites.

Brewpub locations from Open Brewery DB (MIT)

Around 14 public campgrounds sit near the stops we cover in Arizona. 13 of them take reservations; the rest are first-come. Public campgrounds run by federal agencies. State-park and private campgrounds are not included.

Outdoors

Public land, water and snow — the places that are the reason for the drive.

National parks and federal sites in Arizona

25 National Park Service sites in Arizona, including 4 designated National Parks. We have written guides to only a few of these — the rest are here so you can see what is in the state.

*Check before you go. Entrance fees, seasonal road closures, timed-entry reservations and whether a site suits your family are set by each park and change through the year. Follow the link and check with the park itself.

Park register from the National Park Service (public domain)

State parks in Arizona

28 state parks we know of in Arizona. We have not visited these and have no guide to them — this is a list of what exists, so you can look one up.

See all 28

Alamo Lake State Park
Boyce Thompson Arboretum
Buckskin Mountain State Park
Catalina State Park
Cattail Cove State Park
Dankworth Pond State Park
Dead Horse Ranch State Park
Fort Verde State Historic Park
Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial State Park
Homolovi State Park
Jerome State Historic Park
Kartchner Caverns State Park
Lake Havasu State Park
Lost Dutchman State Park
Lyman Lake State Park
McFarland State Historic Park
Oracle State Park
Patagonia Lake State Park
Picacho Peak State Park
Red Rock State Park
Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
Roper Lake State Park
Slide Rock State Park
Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park
Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
Tubac Presidio State Historic Park
Yuma Quartermaster Depot State Historic Park
Yuma Territorial Prison

*Check before you go. Opening hours, entry fees, campsite availability and whether a park suits your family are not in this data and change with the season. Several of these are day-use only. Please confirm with the park before setting out.

State park locations from Wikidata (CC0)

Lakes in Arizona

11 lakes in Arizona that we have checked. These are the ones from our research that we could check against an official page — not every lake there is. We have not been to these; this is what the official pages say, so you can look one up.

Apache Lake
near Tortilla Flat (about 16 mi) · 2,568 acres · reservoir
- Fishingyes - trout and warm-water fish; AZ license required
- BoatingMotorized and non-motorized allowed; upper end closed to waterskiing
- Rentals & marinaMarina on the lake (rentals not stated)
- CampingCampgrounds around the lake; fees may be separate
- EntryTonto Daily Pass and watercraft sticker, or Tonto Discovery Pass, for boating
Rocks and obstacles may be near the water surface
Run by Salt River Project (Horse Mesa Dam); USFS - Tonto NF (recreation)
Lake Havasu
near Lake Havasu City, AZ · 19,300 acres · reservoir
- Fishingyes - striped and largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie
- BoatingBoating and water skiing
- SwimmingSwimming is a principal recreation activity
- CampingCampgrounds, trailer parks and cabins at several lakeshore locations
- SeasonFishing year-round
State HAB advisories: azdeq.gov
Run by BOR (Parker Dam); shoreline areas BLM, Arizona State Parks (Lake Havasu SP, Cattail Cove SP), Havasu NWR
Lake Mead
near Las Vegas, NV (about 24 mi west); Boulder City, NV · reservoir
- BoatingMotorized boating allowed; open launches incl. Las Vegas Boat Harbor/Hemenway, Callville Bay, Temple Bar, Boulder, South Cove
- Rentals & marinayes
- SwimmingSwimming allowed in coves; no designated beaches listed in source
- EntryNPS: $25 private vehicle (1-7 days); $45 park annual; vessel $16/7 days or $50/year
- Seasonyear-round
Low water: record low 1,040.58 ft on 2022-07-28; ~35% full Feb 2025. Overton and Echo Bay marinas and Government Wash, Las Vegas Bay, Pearce Ferry ramps listed closed.; State HAB advisories: ndep.nv.gov
Run by NPS - Lake Mead NRA (dam: BOR Hoover Dam)
Lake Mohave
near Bullhead City, AZ; Laughlin, NV; Searchlight, NV · 26,500 acres · reservoir
- Fishingyes - striped bass and other non-native sport fish; endangered razorback sucker present
- BoatingMotorized allowed; carbureted two-stroke PWC barred since 2013-01-01
- Rentals & marinayes
- SwimmingSwimming allowed; no designated beaches listed in source
- CampingCampgrounds and RV parks at Katherine Landing and Cottonwood Cove
- EntryNPS: $25 private vehicle (1-7 days); $45 park annual; vessel $16/7 days or $50/year
- Seasonyear-round
Swift water at Ringbolt Rapids (divers); State HAB advisories: azdeq.gov
Run by NPS - Lake Mead NRA (dam: BOR Davis Dam)
Lake Pleasant
near Peoria · 10,000 acres · reservoir
- Fishingyes - bass, crappie, catfish, bluegill, sunfish, tilapia, buffalo; AZ license needed age 10+
- BoatingMotorized (incl. jet skis) and non-motorized boats incl. sailboats; launch only at designated ramps
- SwimmingSwimming at the lake; floating spots at Fireman's Cove, Coles Bay, Humbug Cove
- Camping148 RV and tent sites in two campgrounds; boat-in camping
- EntryVehicle entry $10; motorized boat $5, non-motorized $3
- SeasonOpen daily; hours 5 am-9 pm May-Oct, 6 am-8 pm Nov-Apr
Depth changes quickly; life jacket strongly recommended
Run by Maricopa County Parks and Recreation (Lake Pleasant Regional Park)
Lake Powell
near Page, AZ · 161,390 acres · reservoir
- Fishingyes - bass, carp, pike and others (source lists general categories)
- BoatingMotorized allowed; vessels must carry a mussel certificate
- Rentals & marinayes
- CampingDeveloped campgrounds at each marina; dispersed shoreline camping allowed with portable toilet rules beyond 1/4 mi of a marina
- EntryNPS: $30 private vehicle (weekly); $55 park annual; vessel fee weekly/annual by length (e.g., PWC $20/$40; 26 ft and under $30/$60)
- Seasonyear-round
Low water: source cites 3,516.62 ft low on 2026-09-15; Castle Rock Cut dried up in drought (most recently 2024). Quagga mussels lakewide since 2023.; State HAB advisories: deq.utah.gov
Run by NPS - Glen Canyon NRA (dam: BOR Glen Canyon Dam)
Patagonia Lake
near Patagonia (about 7 mi) · 250 acres · reservoir
- Fishingyes - crappie, bass, bluegill, catfish, trout
- BoatingBoat ramps; motorized boats, kayaks and canoes to rent; boat-in camping
- Rentals & marinaMarina; motorized boats, kayaks and canoes rented by on-site concessionaire
- SwimmingBeach in the park
- CampingOver 100 campsites, boat-in sites, RV hookups
- Entry$20 per vehicle Mon-Thu; $25 Fri-Sun and holidays; $5 individual or bicycle
- SeasonGate closed 10 pm-4 am; day-use hours differ Apr-Oct and Nov-Mar
ADEQ fish advisory: limit flathead catfish consumption
Run by state park - Arizona State Parks & Trails (Patagonia Lake SP)
Saguaro Lake
near Mesa/Phoenix metro (between Phoenix and Sunflower) · 1,264 acres · reservoir
- Fishingyes - bass, bluegill, walleye, black crappie, yellow bass, carp
- BoatingMotorized boating allowed; some bays closed to motors; noise and wake limits
- CampingBoat-access camping at the east end of the lake
- EntryBoat launch $12/day (Tonto pass + watercraft sticker); picnic sites $8/day
- SeasonYear round
Lake levels fluctuate daily; rocks near the surface; boat parking fills early on busy days
Run by Salt River Project (water); USFS - Tonto NF (recreation)
Theodore Roosevelt Lake
near about 80 mi NE of Phoenix (Globe/Roosevelt area) · 21,493 acres · reservoir
- Fishingyes
- BoatingMotorized and non-motorized boats allowed; many coves are no-wake
- CampingNumerous campgrounds around the lake; 14-day stay limit
- EntryBoating needs Tonto Daily Pass + watercraft sticker, or Discovery Pass; campground fees may be separate
Lake levels fluctuate constantly; rocks may be near the water surface
Run by Salt River Project (water); USFS - Tonto NF (recreation)
Watson Lake
near Prescott · 70 acres · reservoir
- Fishingyes - carp, catfish, crappie, largemouth bass
- BoatingTwo boat launches and a courtesy dock
- Rentals & marinaCanoe and kayak rentals offered
- CampingCampsites with restrooms and showers, summer months only
- Entry$5 parking
- SeasonPark hours 6am-10pm Apr 1-Oct 31; 7am-6pm Nov 1-Mar 31
Run by City of Prescott
Woods Canyon Lake
near Payson (about 30 mi) · 55 acres · reservoir
- Fishingyes - stocked rainbow and tiger trout
- BoatingPublic launch ramp; electric motors only; paddle craft allowed
- Rentals & marinayes - marina rents boats
- CampingAspen Campground, 136 sites, near the lake
- SeasonCampground open May 1-Oct 31; winter closes to wheeled vehicles once snow falls
Run by USFS - Apache-Sitgreaves NF

*Check before you go. Every lake here links to the official page we checked it against. 9 of these state a price we read off that page on the date we checked. Fees, seasons, water levels, algal advisories and ramp closures change without notice and belong to the agency that runs the water. A blank is something we did not confirm, not something the lake lacks. Never assume a lifeguard. Whether a beach is staffed turns on the season, the day, and which agency runs that particular beach — two beaches on one lake can differ. If that matters to your family, confirm it with the agency before you set out.

Skiing and Snowboarding

3 in this state.

Arizona SnowbowlFlagstaff
Big vertical on San Francisco Peaks; snowmaking
Sunrise Park ResortSummer bike parkGreer
Tribal-owned area spread over three peaks
Mt. Lemmon Ski ValleyTucson
Southernmost US ski area; natural snow only

This is a list of what is there, not a recommendation of any of it. We do not list rentals: our source marked every ski area in the country “likely” to have them and confirmed none, so there was nothing to publish. Most hills do rent gear — ring ahead rather than take that from us. Opening dates, lift schedules and trail conditions move every year and we hold none of them, so check before you build a day around it. Every name above links to the operator’s own site.

Lift-Served Bike Parks

1 in this state.

Sunrise Park ResortAlso a ski resortLift-servedGreer
High-elevation White Mountains downhill trails

This is a list of what is there, not a recommendation of any of it. Opening dates, lift schedules and trail conditions move every year and we hold none of them, so check before you build a day around it. Every name above links to the operator’s own site.

Days out with the family

Gated attractions with a front door, a ticket and a car park.

Zoos, Aquariums and Wildlife Parks

15 across Arizona, by town.

Out of Africa Wildlife Park — some details below are unconfirmedCamp Verde
Hours
daily 9:30–5 (admissions close 4); closed Thanksgiving, Dec 25
Season
year-round
Closed Nov 3 2026 for maintenance
* We could not confirm: prices not on page. Check their site before you go.
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari ParkLitchfield Park
Hours
Oct–May zoo 9–6 (aquarium to 7); Jun–Sep zoo 8–4 (aquarium to 5)
Season
year-round (open 365 days)
Reservations
Not required
Animal encounters bookable separately
Phoenix ZooAZA-accreditedPhoenix
Hours
Oct–mid Jan 9–4; mid Jan–Apr 9–5; May 8–4; Jun–Aug 7–1; Sep varies; closed Dec 25
Season
year-round (early closing in summer)
Admission
Adult from $44.95 (14+) · Child $32.95 (3–13)
Reservations
Not required
Summer hours end at 1pm
Heritage Park Zoological SanctuaryPrescott
Hours
daily 9–5
Season
year-round
Butterfly Wonderland — some details below are unconfirmedScottsdale
Hours
9–5 (day shown; see schedule page)
Season
year-round
Butterfly conservatory at Arizona Boardwalk
* We could not confirm: not on Wikipedia zoo list. Check their site before you go.
OdySea Aquarium — some details below are unconfirmedAZA-accreditedScottsdale
Hours
daily 9–7
Season
year-round
* We could not confirm: AZA status from general knowledge, not confirmed on page; prices not on homepage. Check their site before you go.
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary — some details below are unconfirmedScottsdale
* We could not confirm: site blocked fetch; tours believed by reservation (unconfirmed). Check their site before you go.
Southwest Wildlife Conservation CenterScottsdale
Hours
By appointment only
Reservations
Required
Open to public by appointment/tour only

See the other 7

SEA LIFE Arizona AquariumAZA-accreditedTempe
Hours
(page shows 11–5 alongside an event; confirm)
Season
year-round
Admission
Adult from $18 (online, no age split shown)
Located in Arizona Mills mall
Arizona-Sonora Desert MuseumAZA-accreditedTucson
Hours
Oct–May daily 8:30–5; Jun–Sep 7:30–4; summer Saturdays to 10pm
Season
year-round
Admission
Adult from $29.95 (13–64) · Child $19.95 (3–12); 2 and under free
Reservations
Not required
Open 365 days; combined zoo/botanical garden/museum
Reid Park ZooAZA-accreditedTucson
Hours
Oct–May 9–4; Jun–Sep 8–2; closed Thanksgiving, Dec 25
Season
year-round
Admission
Adult from $12.75 (15–61) · Child $9 (2–14); under 2 free
Reservations
Not required
Parking
free
Last entry 30 min before close
Keepers of the Wild Nature Park — some details below are unconfirmedValentine
* We could not confirm: site blocked automated fetch. Check their site before you go.
Bearizona Wildlife Park — some details below are unconfirmedWilliams
Hours
daily 9–4
Season
year-round
Drive-through park plus walk-through area
* We could not confirm: admission not on homepage. Check their site before you go.
Grand Canyon Deer FarmWilliams
Hours
Mar 16–Oct 15 daily 9–6; Oct 16–Mar 15 daily 10–5
Season
year-round
Admission
Adult $20 · Child $15 (3–13); 2 and under free
Tickets sold in person
Navajo Nation Zoological and Botanical ParkWindow Rock
Hours
Mon–Sat 10–4:30

This is a list of what is near you, not a recommendation of any of it. 5 of these carry an accreditation we confirmed against the accrediting body’s own register. Where there is no badge we did not confirm one — that is not a judgement on the place, and a good many municipal, state and university sites belong to no register we check. 6 entries are marked with an asterisk: we could not confirm part of what is listed, and the note under it says which part. Opening times, prices and seasons change without notice, so check the operator’s own site — every name above links to it.

Amusement and Water Parks

6 across Arizona, by town.

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor PhoenixSeasonalwater parkGlendale
formerly Wet n Wild Phoenix; opened for 2026 season in spring
Golfland Sunsplashfamily entertainment center and water parkMesa
Golfland FEC with Sunsplash water park section (water park seasonal)
Castles N' Coastersamusement parkPhoenix
Opened
1976
opened 1976; daily hours posted on official site
Enchanted Island Amusement Parkamusement parkPhoenix
located in Encanto Park; fall 2026 events posted
Great Wolf Lodge Arizonawater parkScottsdale
indoor water park resort on Salt River land
Funtasticks Family Fun Parkfamily entertainment center and water parkTucson
includes Cactus Springs water area

This is a list of what is near you, not a recommendation of any of it. 1 of these runs a season rather than opening year round. Opening and closing dates move every year and we hold none of them, so check the park’s own calendar before you build a day around it. Prices, hours and ride closures change without notice — every name above links to the park’s own site.

Wineries and Distilleries in Arizona

4 producers in Arizona that we have checked. These are the ones from our research we could check against their own site — not every producer there is. We have not been to these; this is what their own sites say, so you can look one up.

Page Springs Cellars
winery · Cornville, AZ · Verde Valley Wine Trail
Winery on Oak Creek in the Verde Valley.
- HoursOpen daily (365 days a year)
- Toursyes - estate, harvest and cellar tours
- Foodyes - tasting room bistro
- Phone(928) 639-3004
1500 N Page Springs Rd, Cornville, AZ 86325
Arizona Stronghold Vineyards Tasting Room
winery · Cottonwood, AZ · Verde Valley Wine Trail
Tasting room in Old Town Cottonwood for a winery growing grapes in the Willcox area.
- HoursSun-Tue 12-6pm; Wed-Thu 12-7pm; Fri-Sat 12-8pm
- Foodyes - tapas
- Phone(928) 639-2789
1023 N Main St, Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Sonoita Vineyards
winery · Elgin, AZ · Sonoita AVA · founded 1983
Vineyard started in 1974 and opened in 1983; among Arizona's earliest modern wineries.
- HoursWed-Mon 10am-4pm; closed Tue
- Toursyes - private tours by appointment
- Reservationswalk-in
- Phone(520) 455-5893
290 Elgin-Canelo Rd, Elgin, AZ 85611
Hamilton Distillers (Whiskey Del Bac)
distillery · Tucson, AZ · founded 2011
Makes single malt whiskey with barley smoked over mesquite.
- HoursMon-Tue 11am-2pm; Wed 11am-6pm; Thu-Sat 11am-8pm; Sun 11am-6pm
- Toursyes - Fri-Sun (booking recommended)
- Reservationswalk-in
- Phone(520) 628-9244
2106 N Forbes Blvd #103, Tucson, AZ 85745

*Check before you go. Every producer here links to its own site, which is where we read these details on the date we checked. Opening hours, tour times, tasting fees and who may come in change without notice and belong to the producer. A blank is something we did not confirm, not something they lack. None of these say anything about children, so do not plan around it without asking them.

Roadside oddities in Arizona

Standin' on the Corner ParkPhoto-op sign / muralWinslow
Cost to see it
Free
When you can see it
Any time — outdoors, visible from the road
Nearest road
I-40 exit 253
Statues and truck mural honoring the Eagles' 'Take It Easy'
Read on the page we checked

These are things you can go and look at, not a recommendation of any of them. Oddities move, get sold and quietly disappear more than anything else we list, so check anything you are driving a long way for. Some sit on private land and can only be seen from the road — please do not go onto anyone’s property. Every entry links the page we read it off.

Venues and Annual Events

15 across Arizona, by town.

Where to see something

Mesa AmphitheatreamphitheaterMesa
Hours
Event days only
Address
263 N. Center St., Mesa, AZ 85201
Capacity
4,950
Opened 1979
Celebrity TheatretheaterPhoenix
Hours
Box office Mon-Fri 10am-2pm; show days from 12pm
Address
440 N. 32nd St., Phoenix, AZ 85008
Phone
(602) 267-1600
Capacity
2,650
Theater-in-the-round with a revolving stage
MIM Music Theater (Musical Instrument Museum)theaterPhoenix
Hours
Museum open daily 9am-5pm
Address
4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85050
Phone
480-478-6000
Capacity
299
Concert hall inside the Musical Instrument Museum
Fox Tucson TheatretheaterTucson
Hours
Box office Tue-Fri 10am-4pm and 2 hours before events
Tours
site offers a Take a Tour page (details not confirmed)
Address
17 W. Congress St., Tucson, AZ 85701
Phone
520-547-3040
Capacity
1,197
NRHP 2003; reopened 2005 after restoration
Rialto TheatretheaterTucson
Hours
Box office Tue-Sat noon-5pm
Address
318 E. Congress St., Tucson, AZ 85701
Phone
(520) 740-1000
Capacity
1,400
NRHP 2003

What is on, and when

Pinal County Fair — some details below are unconfirmedfairCasa Grande
Usually
March
Held at
Pinal County Fairgrounds
* We could not confirm: anything beyond the month it usually runs. Check their site before you go.
Coconino County FairfairFlagstaff
Usually
Labor Day weekend, over several days
Held at
Fort Tuthill County Park
Mohave County FairfairKingman
Usually
September, over several days
Held at
Mohave County Fairgrounds
Arizona State FairfairPhoenix
Usually
October, over several days
Held at
Arizona State Fairgrounds
Since
1884
Maricopa County FairfairPhoenix
Usually
April, over several days
Held at
Arizona State Fairgrounds (South Grounds)
Yavapai County Fair — some details below are unconfirmedfairPrescott
Usually
Early September
Held at
Prescott Rodeo Grounds
* We could not confirm: anything beyond the month it usually runs. Check their site before you go.

See the other 4

WM Phoenix Opensports-motorsportScottsdale
Usually
February, over several days
Held at
TPC Scottsdale (Stadium Course)
Since
1932
Pima County FairfairTucson
Usually
April, over several days
Held at
Pima County Fairgrounds
Navajo Nation Fair — some details below are unconfirmedfairWindow Rock
Usually
Early September
Held at
Window Rock fairgrounds
* We could not confirm: anything beyond the month it usually runs. Check their site before you go.
Yuma County Fair — some details below are unconfirmedfairYuma
Usually
Late March–early April
Held at
Yuma County Fairgrounds
* We could not confirm: anything beyond the month it usually runs. Check their site before you go.

This is a list of what is near you, not a recommendation of any of it. Events are listed by the month they usually fall in, because that is what we hold — we do not publish dates, and a month is not a promise. Check the organiser before you plan around one. 4 entries are marked with an asterisk: we could not confirm part of what is listed, and the note under it says which part. Opening times, line-ups and ticketing change without notice, so check the venue’s or organiser’s own site — every name above links to it.

On the road

Before you set off.

Scenic roads through Arizona

Federally designated scenic byways and All-American Roads, with the places we publish along each one in the order you meet them.

Historic Route 665 states · 79 places we publish

What to wear in Arizona

Illustrated outfit board for Arizona: four seasonal panels of clothing with average temperatures.

Spring 74°/44°F (23°/7°C)

Spring is warm in the southern desert and cooler in high country.

Wear: Pair a breathable tee or relaxed shirt with lightweight chinos, joggers, or an easy midi skirt. Add an open overshirt for cool stops.
Shoes: Broken-in walking sneakers; water-resistant shoes when rain is forecast.
Pack: light cardigan or overshirt
packable rain jacket
sun hat
spare socks

Summer 94°/64°F (34°/18°C)

Summer brings intense desert heat and seasonal monsoon showers.

Wear: Try a loose tee or breathable sun shirt with lightweight shorts or airy pants. Add a light overshirt after sunset.
Shoes: Breathable closed-toe walking shoes for dusty stops; hiking shoes for uneven trails.
Pack: sun hat
sunglasses
light sun shirt
light evening layer
spare socks

Fall 77°/48°F (25°/9°C)

Fall stays warm in low deserts while high elevations cool quickly.

Wear: Pair a tee with lightweight pants or a casual skirt, then add a cardigan or overshirt as evenings cool. Swap to a sweater later in the season.
Shoes: Comfortable walking sneakers; water-resistant shoes for rainy days.
Pack: cardigan or overshirt
light rain shell
sun hat
warmer late-season layer

Winter 57°/31°F (14°/0°C)

Winter can be mild in desert cities and snowy at higher elevations.

Wear: Wear a tee or long-sleeve top with pants and a sweater. Add a medium-weight jacket on colder days and a rain shell for wet stops.
Shoes: Closed-toe walking shoes; water-resistant shoes when showers are forecast.
Pack: sweater
medium-weight jacket
rain shell
warm socks
light gloves for cold spells

Adjust for your route. Phoenix and Flagstaff need different bags: add fleece in high country in summer, and a winter coat, thermals, and snow boots in winter.

Climate background: NOAA State Climate Summary

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Locations in Arizona

Flagstaff

Grand Canyon Country

Phoenix/Scottsdale

Grand Canyon National Park

Virgin River Canyon Recreation Area

National parks and federal sites in Arizona

State parks in Arizona

Lakes in Arizona

Skiing and Snowboarding

Arizona SnowbowlFlagstaff

Sunrise Park ResortSummer bike parkGreer

Mt. Lemmon Ski ValleyTucson

Lift-Served Bike Parks

Sunrise Park ResortAlso a ski resortLift-servedGreer

Zoos, Aquariums and Wildlife Parks

Out of Africa Wildlife Park* — some details below are unconfirmedCamp Verde

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari ParkLitchfield Park

Phoenix ZooAZA-accreditedPhoenix

Heritage Park Zoological SanctuaryPrescott

Butterfly Wonderland* — some details below are unconfirmedScottsdale

OdySea Aquarium* — some details below are unconfirmedAZA-accreditedScottsdale

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary* — some details below are unconfirmedScottsdale

Southwest Wildlife Conservation CenterScottsdale

SEA LIFE Arizona AquariumAZA-accreditedTempe

Arizona-Sonora Desert MuseumAZA-accreditedTucson

Reid Park ZooAZA-accreditedTucson

Keepers of the Wild Nature Park* — some details below are unconfirmedValentine

Bearizona Wildlife Park* — some details below are unconfirmedWilliams

Grand Canyon Deer FarmWilliams

Navajo Nation Zoological and Botanical ParkWindow Rock

Amusement and Water Parks

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor PhoenixSeasonalwater parkGlendale

Golfland Sunsplashfamily entertainment center and water parkMesa

Castles N' Coastersamusement parkPhoenix

Enchanted Island Amusement Parkamusement parkPhoenix

Great Wolf Lodge Arizonawater parkScottsdale

Funtasticks Family Fun Parkfamily entertainment center and water parkTucson

Wineries and Distilleries in Arizona

Roadside oddities in Arizona

Standin' on the Corner ParkPhoto-op sign / muralWinslow

Venues and Annual Events

Where to see something

Mesa AmphitheatreamphitheaterMesa

Celebrity TheatretheaterPhoenix

MIM Music Theater (Musical Instrument Museum)theaterPhoenix

Fox Tucson TheatretheaterTucson

Rialto TheatretheaterTucson

What is on, and when

Pinal County Fair* — some details below are unconfirmedfairCasa Grande

Coconino County FairfairFlagstaff

Mohave County FairfairKingman

Arizona State FairfairPhoenix

Maricopa County FairfairPhoenix

Yavapai County Fair* — some details below are unconfirmedfairPrescott

WM Phoenix Opensports-motorsportScottsdale

Pima County FairfairTucson

Navajo Nation Fair* — some details below are unconfirmedfairWindow Rock

Yuma County Fair* — some details below are unconfirmedfairYuma

Scenic roads through Arizona

What to wear in Arizona

Spring 74°/44°F (23°/7°C)

Summer 94°/64°F (34°/18°C)

Fall 77°/48°F (25°/9°C)

Winter 57°/31°F (14°/0°C)

Keep exploring

Out of Africa Wildlife Park — some details below are unconfirmedCamp Verde

Butterfly Wonderland — some details below are unconfirmedScottsdale

OdySea Aquarium — some details below are unconfirmedAZA-accreditedScottsdale

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary — some details below are unconfirmedScottsdale

Keepers of the Wild Nature Park — some details below are unconfirmedValentine

Bearizona Wildlife Park — some details below are unconfirmedWilliams

Pinal County Fair — some details below are unconfirmedfairCasa Grande

Yavapai County Fair — some details below are unconfirmedfairPrescott

Navajo Nation Fair — some details below are unconfirmedfairWindow Rock

Yuma County Fair — some details below are unconfirmedfairYuma