Arizona is home to world-famous hikes like the Grand Canyon, the Wave, Horseshoe Bend, Antelope Slot Canyons, and many more!
The locations listed below are conveniently organized into three main regions and the town closest to them.
Northern Arizona:
Central Arizona:
The Glen Canyon Dam Overlook is a quick and easy spot to check out amazing views of the Glen Canyon Dam and the Colorado River. Located in Page, Arizona, this hidden gem doesn’t require a long hike or tons of planning—perfect for travelers who want jaw-dropping scenery without the sweat. From the overlook, you’ll get […]
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Kayaking the Colorado River to Lees Ferry is a great way to spend the day. You get to float down a beautiful canyon and see sights such as Petroglyph Beach and Horseshoe Bend from below. In addition, you will most likely see a lot of wildlife like Big Horn Desert Sheep, California Condors, lizards, and more.
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Grand Falls, also known as Chocolate Falls, is hands down one of the coolest waterfalls I have ever seen! The falls don’t run year-round, but when they do, they are spectacular! The waterfall and river look like they came out of the Willy Wonka movie. In addition to the unique color, the falls are huge. At 185 feet, Grand Falls is taller than Niagra Falls! There are also rainbows at the bottom anytime the sun is out. The combination of the chocolate-flowing river and waterfall with beautiful rainbows at the bottom is unreal!
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An area known as the Chains is the closest place to access Lake Powell from Page, Arizona. The area is great for swimming, fishing, and hiking. The rock formations are beautiful, and the views of the water are spectacular. You can also see great views of the Glen Canyon Dam and bridge.
The trail to the Hanging Gardens is in the same area. The Haning Gardens are unique colonies of plants that grow vertically out of the sandstone. They are able to grow because water is stored in the rocks above and moves down the cracks in the sandstone, providing a long-lasting, natural spring. It’s interesting to see such lush vegetation growing in the desert, especially in the summertime.
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Canyon de Chelly (pronounced “de-SHAY”) is a really cool destination! When exploring the area, you feel like you’ve traveled back in time hundreds of years because you are completely surrounded by nature and ancient ruins. The area is pretty isolated from modern society, but there is much to do. I recommend spending a day hiking to the White House ruins and checking out the different stops along the scenic drive.
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The Cliff Dwellers Lodge is an easy-to-access roadside attraction with an exciting story. You can find it off Highway 89A in Marble Canyon near the entrance to Lee’s Ferry. You will see massive boulders all around, and then you will see a house-like structure made out of a boulder and other small rocks.
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Cathedral Wash is a fun, scenic hike with a bit of challenge. The winding route, light scrambling, and shady canyon walls keep it interesting. Follow the cairns and you’ll reach the Colorado River—perfect for a refreshing dip on a hot day.
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If you love unique cacti and phenomenal sunsets, you need to hike the iconic desert landscape in Black Canyon, Arizona. There are cacti everywhere in all shapes and sizes; it looks the the backdrop of a western movie set.
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Explore the majestic, high walls of Lake Powell’s Antelope Canyon on a kayak! Then hike up Antelope Canyon for the adventure of a lifetime.
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Antelope Point Marina is hub for all things Lake Powell. There is a boat launch, boat rentals, camping, the world’s largest floating restaurant and much more.
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