Southern Arizona
Southern Arizona Travel Inspiration
Explore Southern Arizona's vibrant culture, stunning deserts, and rich history. Enjoy outdoor adventures, old western towns, and scenic vistas in this diverse region.-
Eerie Hoodoos in a Wonderland of Rocks
Who knew that hoodoos were in Arizona? You can see these fascinating rock formations in a few places throughout the world. In the U.S. they are most famously photographed in Utah. However, we don’t even have to leave the state to see these eerie formations. These fairy chimneys can be seen at Chiricahua National Monument. The hoodoos here are rhyolite and gray in color.
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Road Trip to the Southern Most Ski Hill in the USA: Mount Lemmon
Yes, you can ski in Tucson, Arizona. However, we prefer to drive the 25-mile byway in the summer for cooler weather. This winding byway trail ascends 9,157-foot Mount Lemmon in the rugged Santa Catalina Mountains.
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Where to Find The Best Arizona Wineries and Vineyards
When you think of Arizona, wine probably isn’t the first thing that pops into your mind. Once you take that first sip of an Arizona-grown red or white, you’ll understand why wine lovers across the country are making their way to the Southwest. Arizona has three official American Viticultural Areas and over 100 wineries. And if you’re ready to raise a glass, I’ll take you on a relaxed wander through some of my favorite wineries, and vineyards.
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See Over a Million Cacti at this Desert National Park
Cacti or cactus? One is plural and the other is singular. If you want to see a lot of cacti, specifically millions of Saguaros, than a visit to the Saguaro National Park should be on your list of sights to see. you can take a road trip to Tucson to see the largest concentration of the southwest’s iconic Saguaros.
