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.
Outdoor Adventures
Explore one of Arizona's many beautiful botanical gardens or arboretums.
Birding
Witness some of the most amazing bird migrations in the country – including as many as 17 varieties of hummingbirds.
Nature as an Architect
When you think of grand American architecture, you probably think of Chicago, New York, or maybe even Seattle. But architecture in Arizona goes...
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Outdoor Adventures
Whether you venture into the wild or visit an urban habitat, Arizona offers just the right animal viewing experience for you.
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Leisure & Relaxation
Yes, there are fall colors in Arizona. Owing to its dramatic desert landscape with ribbons of color amongst sheer canyon walls, Arizona offers...
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Nature & Wildlife
Experience nature at her finest along the cottonwood-willow draped banks of the Hassayampa River. Our 730-acre preserve is a birder's...
Hassayampa River Preserve
49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89 Wickenburg, Arizona 85390
Nature & Wildlife
At the International Raptor & Falconry Center, our mission is to make the world a better place for raptors through education and...
International Raptor & Falconry Center
PO Box 1834 Flagstaff, Arizona 86002
Nature & Wildlife
The sanctuary is currently home to over 150 exotic and indigenous wild animals that were rescued, surrendered by an owner, or placed with...
Keepers of the Wild Nature Park
13441 E. Highway 66 Valentine, Arizona 86437
Nature & Wildlife
Come enjoy our cool temperatures in the small charming town of Oracle where the desert meets the mountains and we enjoy four gentle...
Life Under The Oaks Lavender Farm
1221 N Rancho Robles Rd Oracle, Arizona 85623
Nature & Wildlife
We are a Navajo-owned and operated family tour company operating on the Navajo Reservation that specializes in offering personalized,...
Ligai Si'Anii Tours
Page, Arizona 86040
Nature & Wildlife
Although recently demoted to a dwarf planet, the 9th planet Pluto was discovered at Lowell Observatory in 1930 by Clyde Tombaughs....
Lowell Observatory
1400 West Mars Hill Road Flagstaff, Arizona 86001
Nature & Wildlife
The nonprofit McDowell Sonoran Conservancy manages the McDowell Sonoran Preserve in partnership with the City of Scottsdale. More than 650...
McDowell Sonoran Conservancy
18333 N Thompson Peak Pkwy Scottsdale, Arizona 85260
Nature & Wildlife
The Arizona Game and Fish Department considers the McDowell Mountains and surrounding Sonoran desert the most significant wildlife habitat...
McDowell Sonoran Preserve
15412 N 104th St. Scottsdale, Arizona 85254
Nature & Wildlife
Visit the world's best-preserved meteorite impact site on Earth. Located just minutes from Interstate 40 and the old Route 66 in Northern...
Meteor Crater Natural Landmark
Interstate 40 Winslow, Arizona 86047
Nature & Wildlife
Discover Arizona white water rafting! The astonishing 2,000 feet deep Salt River Canyon offers breathtaking views, many thrilling class III...
Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours
Primitive Road Whitewater, Arizona 85941
Nature & Wildlife
Mortimer Farms is a real working farm. We have opened our doors and gates up to the public in order to provide a sought-after experience...
Mortimer Farms
12907 AZ-169 Dewey-Humboldt, Arizona 86327
Nature & Wildlife
The Mount Graham International Observatory (MGIO), operated by Steward Observatory, is the research arm for the Department of Astronomy at...
Mount Graham International Observatory
1651 Discovery Park Blvd Discovery Park Campus Safford, Arizona 85546
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