What to do and see in Arizona, United States: The Best Scenic Walking Areas

September 11, 2021 Christa Meece

The state of Arizona is one that features a fantastic diversity of landscapes and areas of geological interest. North Arizona is famous for the Grand Canyon, a colorful chasm with steep rocky walls more than a mile deep and stretching some 277 miles alongside the Colorado River. Other notable destinations in North Arizona include Flagstaff set alongside the San Francisco Peaks which has the largest ponderosa pine forest, Museum of Northern Arizona, and is close to a number of national parks and monuments. On the south side of Arizona lies the city of Phoenix, the largest in Arizona. Notable day trips in Phoenix include the Heard Museum which is one of America's largest collections of Native American art, Phoenix Museum of History, as well as the Desert Botanical garden which has a great collection of desert plants.
Restaurants in Arizona

1. Yavapai Vista Trail

Yavapai Pt Off Hwy 179, Sedona, AZ
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Yavapai Vista Trail

Reviewed By Oldjack - Greater Melbourne, Australia

The top of this trail provides some of the best views of Sedona and particlularly the Bell Rock area.Hike to the top of the trail and the large flat rocks and there is nothing better. The trail itself is pleasantt and easy.Parking places are very limited.

2. Arizona National Scenic Trail

http://aztrail.org
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Arizona National Scenic Trail

3. Desert Meadows Park

999 S La Huerta, Green Valley, AZ 85614-2120 https://gvcouncil.org/locations/desert-meadows-park/
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Desert Meadows Park

Reviewed By IndySig - Indianapolis, United States

We were amazed by this gem of a park in Green Valley. The Master Gardeners have done a fantastic job. So many interesting plants, places to sit and relax, paths to follow. You can find all sorts of wildlife here and a great little corner that sells plants and other useful items. We try to visit hear a couple of times a week.

4. Murals Benson

256 E 5th St, Benson, AZ 85602-6672 +1 877-913-8221 http://www.muralsyourway.com/?keyword=murals&gclid=CjwKCAjw34n5BRA9EiwA2u9k38m0a-Aqm9tET41Jkg3Zej-XC-r6PKtb7YQLXzf-ZlfS7Y21xvopQxoCwpkQAvD_BwE
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Murals Benson

Reviewed By robbygc - Toronto, Canada

I like Benson. There is a painter that makes paintings all in the town of Benson. He even put his dog and himself in one of this painting. They like locomotives and anything about the town. It is fun to find the paintings. What a great idea. We enjoyed these paintings. A must see! Wow!

5. C.C. Cragin (Blue Ridge) Reservoir

Forest Service Road 124, Happy Jack, AZ 86024 https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/coconino/recarea/?recid=54898
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6. Roosevelt Row Artists' District

922 N 5th St, Phoenix, AZ 85004-1968 +1 602-829-5259 https://www.rooseveltrow.org
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7. Oatman Gift Shack

221 Main St, Oatman, AZ 86433-9997 +1 928-768-8433 http://www.desertusa.com/oatman/du_oatman.html
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Oatman Gift Shack

Reviewed By Camper110112

Oatman Gift Shack had some of the best selections and prices in town. Very nice and helpful people. Donkeys and gunfights in town.

8. The Trail of Time

Grand Canyon National Park, AZ +1 928-638-7888 http://www.trailoftime.org/
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The Trail of Time

Reviewed By B8341YGangelav

We visited with our three kids (6, 12 & 15 yrs) in late July. It was pretty hot, so this was an easy hike. The Grand Canyon Railway dropped us off near (up the stairs and past Verkamp's Visitor Center) one end of the Trail of Time, so it was a perfect choice for our intro to the GC. The trail is about 1.4 miles of paved flat walkway with beautiful views all along. Benches and small shade trees provide a respite from the heat of summer. Exhibits line the trail showing trillions of years of rocks found in the GC layers. It was probably very interesting, but my kids didn't slow down enough to appreciate them.

9. Yavapai County Courthouse Square

100 E Gurley St, Prescott, AZ 86301-3821 http://www.PrescottDowntown.com
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Yavapai County Courthouse Square

Reviewed By 818rheaa - Prescott Valley, United States

The Yavapai County Courthouse Square in Prescott is a beautiful structure set in a lovely park environment. Trees and grass are everywhere. This provides a great place for rest or a nice walk around the square. At Christmas, the square is brilliant with lights and decorations. There are public bathrooms on the basement side that faces Montezuma St. In addition, flags adorn the walkway to the courthouse steps, and there are many interesting statues to view.

10. Window Rock Navajo Tribal Park

Window Rock, AZ 86515 +1 928-871-6647 http://www.discovernavajo.com/window-rock-navajo-tribal-park-veteran-s-memorial.aspx
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Window Rock Navajo Tribal Park

Reviewed By StevenP3559 - Pueblo, United States

The Navajo Tribal Park is located at Window Rock right next to the Navajo Nation's Tribal Headquarters. There is a memorial honoring the "Navajo Code Talkers" as well as memorials for the fallen warriors of the tribe all set in a stunning location.

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