It’s always exciting to explore new places and learn more about the amazing things awaiting discovery. Seldom does one think of the vast desert terrain cascading through the southwestern portion of the United States without considering the Grand Canyon and its gateway state Arizona. And although it is understandable for some of the state’s other glorious sites to lose the limelight to such an awe-inspiring national landmark, one should take the time to venture out into other areas of Arizona and visit some of its many hidden gems awaiting exploration.
Arizona is a very uniquely situated state, with California, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico arching from the west to the north to the east, while Mexico itself rounds out the equation due south. The state is surrounded by different cultures rich with history. And the many natural backdrops you will find in Arizona are absolutely incredible. They serve as a direct influence on the mixed and diverse personalities you can come across when navigating the pristine landscape scattered throughout the area. Doing some research and learning about hidden gems that locals can direct you to is an excellent way of gaining traction on what lies beneath the flashier and better known attractions.
Historical significance is literally set in stone throughout Arizona, and checking out the Canyon de Chelly National Monument most certainly reiterates the timelessness of this region. For nearly 5,000 years people have lived uninterrupted in this canyon. Navajo Indian Reservations outline the park, and tribal lineage raise families, livestock, and farm the lands of the canyon to this day.
Located just south of Payson, Arizona is Tonto Natural Bridge State Park, home to what is believed to be the biggest natural travertine bridge in the world. Measured at 183 feet high with a tunnel underneath running approximately 400 feet long, this is a natural phenomenon anyone should witness and experience first-hand.
If you want to make your vacation a truly slumberous vacation, then don’t worry. Arizona has all of the amenities you need to sit back, relax, and let time do the talking. Less adventurous travelers looking for more leisure should check out Buckskin Mountain State Park. This 1,644-acre park has all of the amenities one needs for a holiday of respite, including campgrounds, cabana sites, beaches, hiking trails, restrooms, showers, boat ramps, picnic areas, a basketball and volleyball court, playground, restaurant, camp store, arcade, gas dock, and ranger station. If you like picturesque scenery, a true desert escape, and water activities under the sun, Buckskin might be a destination to visit one day.
Pockets all over the United States have their own little hidden gems awaiting discovery, and Arizona is no exception. There are countless destinations to consider when visiting the amazingly beautiful and unique landscape that makes it something beyond special.
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