Attractions in Arizona

One of the two corridor trails in Grand Canyon with stunning views into the canyon itself. You just have to go some miles... but not too far, since you have … read more

The Horseshoe Bend is a very popular attraction in the Page area. It is an amazing view when the sun is in its highest point and the river winds around … read more

Mather Point is one of the most popular view points along the South Rim. It is easy to get to so you will most likely share it with a lot … read more

If you are lucky, you can see some real cowboys coming up from Phantom Ranch on their mules. Cedar ridge is a nice view point and also a convenient turning point, if you are just on a day hike.

Strenuous out-and-back tour into the Grand Canyon. You follow the South Kaibab Trail for 3.5 miles to reach the famous Skeleton Point with a gorgeous view into the canyon. Don't … read more

This is the second rest house (toilets) if you hike down from the South Rim. There are rest houses at 1.5 miles, 3 miles and at Indian Garden. There are … read more

Hopi Point is an amazing view point into the depth of the Grand Canyon. Since it is the northernmost spot in the area of the canyon, you will be able … read more

This gorgeous view into the Grand Canyon is just some minutes and a little elevation from the South Kaibab Trailhead. If you are not planning on going all the way … read more

Antelope Canyon is one of the most famous attractions in the Southwest. The red sandstone shows stunning formations, but the canyon is most popular for its beams that appear in … read more

If you come from the Tonto Trail, the short detour to Plateau Point is worthwhile. Likewise, if you then hike onto the North Kaibab Trail, because from here you have a great preview of what awaits you.

The massive dam was built between 1930 and 1935 with the main purpose of providing controlled water delivery to the surrounding states of Arizona, Nevada and California and to generate … read more

The Monument Valley is one of the most iconic views if it comes to Wild West themes. This is the trailhead for the Wildcat Loop Trail if you want to … read more

The South Kaibab Trailhead is leading to one of the two corridor trails through the Grand Canyon: the South Kaibab Trail. There is no parking at the trailhead. To get … read more

Close by is the Tonto Trail. If you want to walk parallel to the Colorado, but several hundred vertical meters above it, you should take a few steps here.

The historic El Tovar Hotel has seen a lot of famous visitors like Albert Einstein and Theodore Roosevelt since its opening in 1905. Today it is still a great location … read more

This is the first rest house (toilets) if you hike down from the South Rim. There are rest houses at 1.5 miles, 3 miles and at Indian Garden with potable … read more

At the end of the violent climb, a breathtaking view of the Sedona plain and the surrounding Red Rocks awaits you. Warning: it can be extremely windy here!

For hundreds of miles, the Black Bridge and the nearby Silver Bridge are the only chances to cross the Colorado River without a boat. Coming down the South Kaibab Trail, … read more

Piestewa Peak is the second highest peak in the Phoenix Mountains at 2,600 feet. A climb at sunset is worthwhile, because you get a great view of the illuminated city of Phoenix and the surrounding landscape. read more

A nice shady place for a break with restrooms and a water spigot that is on year-round. The Tonto Trail and Plateau Point are nearby.