While it may be better known for its deserts and cacti, Arizona is actually one of the most mountainous states in the country. Perhaps even more unexpectedly, the state’s highpoint rises to an impressive 12,633 feet in elevation. Sitting just … Read More
A must-stop for many travelers to the American southwest, the small town of Page serves as the gateway to adventure in northern Arizona. With Glen Canyon, Lake Powell, Vermilion Cliffs National Monument, and Kanab, Utah all within an hour’s drive, … Read More
One of the largest reservoirs in the U.S., Lake Powell was created as a result of Glen Canyon Dam’s construction in the 1960s. Today, this vast store of Colorado River water provides hydroelectric power to millions of local residents, as … Read More
Located within northern Arizona’s rugged and remote wilderness, Vermilion Cliffs National Monument encompasses a variety of diverse landscapes. While many areas here require a permit to explore – including Paria Canyon, The Wave (Coyote Buttes North) and Coyote Buttes South … Read More
Just southwest of Page, Lees Ferry sits at the confluence of the Paria and Colorado Rivers. It’s a site of both natural beauty and historical significance. In the late 19th century, it became the site of exiled Mormon leader John … Read More
If you’re looking for a quiet corner, Horseshoe Bend is not even close to off the beaten path. In fact, it’s probably the most visited landmark in Page. The eye-catching spot attracts a couple million visitors each year, and is … Read More
One of the most visited spots in the U.S., Grand Canyon National Park welcomes upwards of six million sightseers annually. For centuries, the imposing gorge has been captivating visitors from all walks of life, with Theodore Roosevelt calling its beauty … Read More
Petrified wood is one of Arizona’s most unique and interesting oddities – fragments of ancient trees that, over the course of millions of years, have turned to stone with the help of the perfect set of geological conditions. In 1988, … Read More
Tucked away in northeastern Arizona, Petrified Forest National Park sits just three hours east of the Grand Canyon, yet averages ten times fewer visitors per year. It may be more humble in scale and topography, but it’s by no means … Read More
Whether you’re hiking the rim, venturing down into the gorge, rafting the Colorado’s infamous rapids, or enjoying a bird’s-eye view from above, the Grand Canyon is pretty spectacular from all angles. That said, for those who love to take to … Read More
