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Taking the whole family on vacation? If so, you'll be glad you chose Scottsdale! We have plenty of fun and exciting activities for kids of all ages! For ideas on how to spend your day with the family in Scottsdale, check out our Family Friendly itineraries. Curious kids will have fun reading the Desert Fun Facts, chock full of interesting desert critters and things to be on the lookout for while visiting! All of this fun information is sure to lead to a few questions, so hop on over to the Sonoran' Explorin message board when you're done here and post your desert questions for our resident Sonoran Desert expert!
Those looking for an adrenaline rush will enjoy extreme adventures such as rock climbing in Arizona's majestic McDowell Mountains, mountain biking over rugged desert trails, kayaking on an expansive desert lake or soaring above it all in a glider plane. And, if you're looking for something a little less intense, we've got that, too! From relaxing river floats and serene hot air balloon flights to guided tours by Jeep, Hummer or horseback, there's a Sonoran Desert adventure for everyone.
One of the very best ways to get up close and personal with the flora
and fauna of the Sonoran Desert is on foot. Scottsdale AZ is surrounded
by desert and mountain preserves and parks that offer
easy-to-challenging hiking trails and unparalleled scenic views. What a
great way to immerse yourself in the beauty of the Arizona desert!
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Some people travel to Sedona, Arizona for the breathtaking desert beauty that fills the senses and feeds the soul. Some visit Sedona to shop in the delightfully eclectic shops and galleries. Many others visit Sedona to be pampered in a world-class spa-resort, to savor the flavors and scents of our many restaurants or stay in a rustic log cabin while sampling the diverse cultural events of Sedona, Arizona all year long.
Red Rock Country is a four-seasons playground for everyone - from Arizona history, geology, archaeology, art and sports buffs to curious outdoor enthusiasts who love spectacular scenery. For couples, Sedona has become well-known as a premier Arizona wedding destination. For those seeking personal enrichment or enlightenment, Sedona Arizona's world-wide reputation as a spiritual mecca and global power spot has drawn some of the most amazing healers, intuitives, artists and spiritual guides now on the planet.
The collection of Sedona's impressive, natural endowments also includes Arizona's 1.8 million-acre Coconino National Forest, which essentially engulfs Sedona and encompasses seven intriguing wilderness areas. Obviously, the list of sightseeing and recreational amenities in the Sedona area, including state parks and national monuments, is extensive. In fact, it hardly is a surprise that the winding road through Oak Creek Canyon not only is Arizona's first officially designated scenic highway, it is the first leg of a day trip to one of the world's great wonders, nearby Grand Canyon.
Sedona Area Attractions
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