For those seeking a golf trip destination that has it all, there’s nowhere better than Arizona. The Grand Canyon State receives more than 300 days of sun each year and offers a tremendous diversity of scenery: from classic desert views to unexpected high mountain landscapes. All this variety makes it a no-brainer for world class golfing, year-round.
If you’re new to recreating in the outdoors–whether it’s hiking on a local trail, visiting a national park, or practicing dispersed camping–following all the best practices can seem complicated or restrictive at first. We break it down.
Kingman, Arizona’s colorful Route 66 paraphernalia is so charming, chances are that you remember passing through town even if you didn’t stop. But did you know it’s an adventure destination, too?
The “super-highway” of America, the gateway to the Grand Canyon—Williams, Arizona goes by many names. Stop into this road tripper bucket list destination for a great weekend retreat. Enjoy the classic cars and classic views. Williams, Arizona is pure Americana.
Arizona is known as the Grand Canyon State, and with good reason. Grand Canyon National Park is a world-renowned geographical wonder. But Arizona isn’t just the Grand Canyon, there is so much more to this remarkable state, and this itinerary is going to show you where to find these untraveled gems.
New Mexico is called the Land of Enchantment for good reason. It is a land of Rocky Mountain heights and vast desert expanses. New Mexico is home to 23 tribes including 19 Pueblos, three Apache tribes, and the Navajo Nation. It has astounding Hispanic culture and modern-day metropolises. This itinerary is going to take you through all of it.
Descending from Flagstaff to Winslow, Arizona on the historic Route 66 is a slow and beautiful transition into the desert. Once you take the exit into Winslow, you just have to snap a selfie on the Standin’ on the Corner Park. Afterward, cruise out to the lake–that’s right, the lake! Clear Creek Reservoir is less than 10 minutes from town, and unless a fellow traveler told you about it, you might not even know it was there. The deep blue lake carves through beautiful Coconino Sandstone cliffs and McHood Park. Some even refer to the lake as a miniature Lake Powell.
Sweeping vistas. Miles of open road. Kingman is a place to turn up the tunes, roll down the window, and drive. But it’s also an oasis within the desert. A quirky town that’s part of the longest unbroken stretch of Route 66, Kingman is a must for road trip enthusiasts and a look back at classic Americana. Here are a few suggestions for things to do in Kingman, AZ.
Grants is a vibrant New Mexico community. Roughly an hour west of Albuquerque, the town is full of hidden gems that make it a stop that no Southwestern traveler would want to miss. Recently I spent some time exploring Grants, and I found something new around every corner. Had I not made this trip, I would have never known about this uncommon destination. Though there is more to do in Grants than I had time for, I’m excited to tell you about just a few of my favorite areas to experience and things to do in Grants, NM.
Home to the tallest peak in Arizona in the world; Flagstaff is a mountain playground for everyone from geologists to adventurers. Flanked by the San Francisco Peaks, the entire area was once volcanic, which blessed the high desert with canyons and crazy rock formations, transforming it into the most geographically diverse region in the world.