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5 September 2022
These muddy falls are similar to the chocolate waterfall in the movie Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Grand Falls is an incredible natural phenomenon in the Southwest due to its many tiers of water and wide stance. This waterfall wonder is on Navajo Nation land in the Painted Desert, 30 miles east of Flagstaff.
Water from the White Mountains feeds the falls and flows into the Little Colorado River. Because of this, the waterfalls only flow at certain times of the year. During March and April, you can see the falls at their best because of the snowmelt from earlier in the year. The monsoon season also allows you to see the falls in the summer, but the window is usually short and highly dependent on the weather.
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We wrote a more in-depth article about The Wave, but we can’t say enough great things about it. It truly is a unique and spiritual experience. The first time you lay eyes on the exquisitely elegant patterns throughout The Wave will blow your mind. The photos don’t do this incredible topography justice.
Located in the 112,500-acre Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness, Coyote Buttes North (The Wave) and South have some of the world’s most visually stunning geologic sandstone formations.
The Coyote Buttes permit areas are in a backcountry, undeveloped wilderness area without developed trails or facilities. The Bureau of Land Management limits visitors to Coyote Buttes through a permit system to preserve the wilderness character and protect the fragile area.
Emerald Cove gets its name from its brilliant, greenish hues when the sun is at just the right angle. As a result, it was one of the most elusive among our Arizona bucket list items.
The Emerald Cove is a small notch in the Colorado River canyon wall. In between Kingman, Arizona, and Las Vegas, Nevada, Willow Beach Marina is the closest access point.
The Colorado River divides Arizona and Nevada, two of the hottest states in the country. Summers can be dangerously hot and uncomfortable. The best time to exert yourself outside in May and September is early morning. When the sun passes far enough in the sky to illuminate the vegetation growing on the river’s bottom, the water shows off its brilliant emerald color. According to some, 2 p.m. is prime time; however, lighting can vary throughout the year, depending on the sun’s angle.
Havasu Falls is undoubtedly a favorite topic for us to write about, but that doesn’t mean we won’t take the opportunity to gush about it further (no pun intended).
Havasu Falls is the most famous aqua-blue Havasupai waterfall that spill over deep-orange, travertine cliffs in a desert oasis of staggering beauty. Havasu Canyon contrasts starkly with the lush vegetation near the water, a juxtaposition of harsh desert and lush tropical paradise. There are five Havasupai Falls: Navajo Falls, Fifty Foot Falls, Havasu Falls, Mooney Falls, and Beaver Falls. In a side canyon of the Grand Canyon, all are located on the Havasupai Indian reservation. It is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit the waterfalls of the Grand Canyon, which are unlike any other in the world.
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Discover the underground world of a lava tube. Don’t forget to bring a flashlight since the cave is completely dark, and the self-guided trail is approximately 1/3 mile long. Sedona’s Boynton Canyon Trail is incredibly popular, but most people come for the Subway Cave, one of the most photogenic caves in the area.
Either hiking the Boynton Canyon Trail will be a pleasant experience, or it will be unforgettable.
An out-and-back hike leads to the “end of trail” sign. Then, a hike along Boynton Canyon is combined with a climb into the not-so-secret Subway Cave for an unforgettable experience.
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Ever wondered about that distinctive scent that fills the air just before it rains in Arizona? It’s not just a prelude to the typical brown wall of dirt on the horizon. No, it’s something far more evocative—it’s the unmistakable fragrance of rain in the desert, a scent that many of us associate with home. This magical aroma owes its existence to the larrea tridentata, commonly known as the creosote plant, which thrives exclusively in the arid Southwest regions of the United States and Mexico, encompassing deserts like the Mojave, Sonoran, and Chihuahuan. When rain finally graces these parched lands, the
Artist credit: Charlie Burchmore In Arizona folklore, the Red Ghost stands out as a figure of intrigue and fear. Allegedly roaming the Arizonan frontier during the late 19th century, this creature was said to be a large, red camel bearing a human skeleton upon its back. The legend of the Red Ghost gripped the imaginations of Arizonans, spreading far and wide until its supposed demise at the turn of the 20th century. The story took a chilling turn in 1893 when a farmer encountered the creature in his yard and fatally shot it, only to discover the shocking truth: a
Beneath the sun-baked soil of Glendale lies a hidden treasure: a sprawling underground expanse deeper than the Grand Canyon itself. This colossal phenomenon, known as the Luke Salt Body, spans an estimated 10,000 feet in thickness and covers an expansive 40 square miles of desert terrain. Fueling Arizona’s Economy A geological marvel boasting a remarkable purity of 99.9 percent, the Luke Salt Body played a pivotal role in driving Arizona’s late postwar economic boom. Even decades later, it continues to be a cornerstone of productivity. Morton Salt, a company that has mastered the art of mining the deposit, is responsible
Nestled within the beautiful and unique landscape of Papago Park, the Phoenix Zoo has been a popular destination since its start in 1962. Spanning 125 acres, it is the largest privately owned, non-profit zoo in the United States, offering a haven for animals and humans alike. One of the hallmarks of the Phoenix Zoo’s dedication to excellence is its accreditation by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). This prestigious recognition underscores the zoo’s commitment to upholding the highest standards of animal care, welfare, conservation, and education. Accreditation by the AZA signifies that the Phoenix Zoo adheres to rigorous criteria
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