A Rare Sight

Nature & Wildlife

The mighty saguaro produces Arizona's state flower and you will see plenty of the white blossom here. You’ll also find cacti of every size and shape in the state’s desert areas and thick green forests create canopies in higher elevations.

It’s difficult to beat the diversity in Arizona’s flora and fauna – and sheer beauty. The state’s great range of elevations – up to 11,500’ – contribute to this incredible variation. With a variety of ways to get up close to nature, Arizona is an outdoor haven. Or, consider participating in an ecotourism or volunteer vacation – the perfect way to enjoy, and preserve, this stunning state.

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Boyce Thompson Arboretum

Outdoor Adventures

Arboretums and Botanical Gardens

Explore one of Arizona's many beautiful botanical gardens or arboretums.

Bird Watching in Patagonia

Birding

Find Migratory and Native Birds

Witness some of the most amazing bird migrations in the country – including as many as 17 varieties of hummingbirds.

360 Adventures

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360 Adventures

Arizona adventure tours by 360 Adventures take the worry out of exploring so you can focus on having fun. While Arizona features some of...

Across Arizona Tours

Nature & Wildlife

Across Arizona Tours

Guided Van Tours of Arizona's Famous Landmarks & AttractionsAcross Arizona Tours provides one and two day guided tours to travelers in...

Apache Trail Tours

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Apache Trail Tours

For more than 20 years, Apache Trail Tours has been offering guided tours through the Superstition Mountain areas, as well as the world...

Apex Balloons

Nature & Wildlife

Apex Balloons

Apex Balloons offers hot air balloon rides daily at sunrise and sunset above scenic Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona. Your balloon flight...

The Arboretum at Flagstaff

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The Arboretum at Flagstaff

Walk the trails and gardens of the Arboretum. There are two loop trails that go into the woods and include educational signage along the...

Arizona Backcountry Llamas

Nature & Wildlife

Arizona Backcountry Llamas

We would love for you to join us on a 2-hour, 4-hour, or an all-day hike. Lead one of our llamas to a beautiful destination for a tasty...

Arizona Nordic Village

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Arizona Nordic Village

Tucked among Coconino National Forest, about 15 miles from downtown Flagstaff and only 60 miles south of the Grand Canyon, this Nordic...

Arizona Snowbowl Scenic Chairlift

Nature & Wildlife

Arizona Snowbowl Scenic Chairlift

Take in the dramatic scenery of northern Arizona from a bird's eye view by riding Snowbowl's Scenic Chairlift. From the top, enjoy glimpses...

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Nature & Wildlife

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

This indoor and outdoor museum is dedicated to conserving the Sonoran Desert by protecting native plants and animals, providing educational...

Audubon Arizona

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Audubon Arizona

Audubon Arizona is the state office of the National Audubon Society and a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization, with the mission of connecting...

Bearizona Wildlife Park

Nature & Wildlife

Bearizona Wildlife Park

Drive through the Arizona wilderness viewing animals of North America from the comfort of your own vehicle. Get up-close to these...

Big Springs Environmental Study Area #610

Nature & Wildlife

Big Springs Environmental Study Area #610

Big Springs is a major source of crystal clear spring water flowing into Rainbow Lake. There is evidence the spring area was used for...

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