Kayaking, canoeing, fly fishing, picnicking, birding and hiking all provide fun experiences for the whole family. on the Verde River, near Clarkdale.

Experience Clarkdale, Arizona

From the river to the rails, Clarkdale shines like a true Arizona gem teeming with world-class attractions. Nestled in the stunning Verde Valley of...
Visit Yuma, Arizona

Visit Yuma, Arizona

As the weather warms up and the paloverde explodes into bloom, there's no better time to visit Yuma, Arizona, for a unique outdoor adventure. Soak up...
Photograph by Laurence Parent
Hiking

Woods Canyon Lake Loop

Hiking isn’t usually something that’s done on the spur of the moment. Gear, maps, vehicle requirements, trailhead directions, physical conditioning...
Photograph by Jeff Kida
Scenic Drives

Forest Road 202

When I’m looking for routes that are worthy of being featured in Arizona Highways, I spend a lot of time on the internet. Most of the time, what I...
Photograph by Scott Baxter
Photo Editor Forum

Q&A: Scott Baxter

JK: As a portrait photographer, you frame your subjects in creative ways. This one feels different. Why? SB: This is Michael Swearngin, an artist...
Photograph by Paul Markow

Silver and Cedar

Photograph by John Burcham
Around Arizona

Stoic Cider

Standing at the edge of a small meadow in the Prescott National Forest, I contemplate a small, neglected orchard with Kanin Routson and his wife,...
Photograph by John Burcham
Lodging

Maswik Lodge South

The Grand Canyon is always evolving, but on a much longer timeline than the average visitor can perceive. And the lodging options at Grand Canyon National Park reflect that sense of permanence. So,...