Where is Patagonia Lake State Park – and why should you visit? Patagonia Lake is in southern Arizona, approximately 30 minutes north of the town of Nogales on the U.S/Mexico border. This high desert oasis offers everything from camping and boating, to hiking and birdwatching. … [Read more...] about Where is Patagonia Lake State Park?
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Gila Box Riparian National Conservation Area | Arizona
Gila Box Riparian National Conservation Area is a unique river and creekbank habitat located near Safford, Arizona. This conservation area protects valuable natural and cultural resources. It also provides opportunities for hiking, biking, paddling, wildlife viewing, camping and … [Read more...] about Gila Box Riparian National Conservation Area | Arizona
Outdoor Adventures in Tucson Mountain Park
I guarantee that the outdoor adventures in Tucson Mountain Park will keep you coming back – time and again! Crazy close to the city of Tucson, Arizona, this regional park is a veritable playground for anyone who loves nature and the outdoors mixed with a smattering of … [Read more...] about Outdoor Adventures in Tucson Mountain Park
Saguaro National Park: East versus West
Which side of Saguaro National Park is better – east or west? Why are the two Saguaro National Park districts separated by the city of Tucson, Arizona? What is a saguaro, anyway? This post is all about questions and answers. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If … [Read more...] about Saguaro National Park: East versus West
Active Travel in Death Valley
Active travel in Death Valley is easy – if you have time to kill. But if you don’t want to spend half your time driving, a little planning ahead will save you hours – especially if you’ve never been to Death Valley before. Read on for ideas on setting up camping base, hiking in … [Read more...] about Active Travel in Death Valley