Arizona is the 48th state in USA, having achieved statehood on February 14th, 1912. The state of Arizona is known for the desert climate, meaning hot summers and mild winters. Northern Arizona has mountains, and forests, as well as deep canyons and ski resorts. Apart from the Grand Canyon, there are numerous national forests and parks, many of them with monuments to see.

One quarter of the state is Indian reservation land, housing the 27 tribes of Native Americans. The largest tribe is the Navajo Nation, with a citizenship of over 300,000 people.

The population of Arizona boomed after the introduction of refrigeration soon after WWII, and it is now the sixth largest state in area.

Many people believe that the name comes from a Basque word meaning ‘place of oaks’, while the Papago Tribe translates it as ‘place of the little spring’. Whichever translation you adopt, the state will amaze you with some of the sights and places of interest to explore.

26. Monument Valley

You will find this area up near the Arizona-Utah border. The name means ‘Valley of the Rocks’.
You may recognise the rock formations from some films as this is very often chosen for the ‘Wild West style’. Many movies have been made against this backdrop.
If you enjoy hiking then this is a good place to head. Better still, take an RV and spend some time exploring the area.

27. Petrified Forest National Park

The park covers about 230 square miles, and is known for the deposits of petrified wood. You will find the entrance to the park 26 miles east of Holbrook. The park is situated slightly into the Painted Desert, and was declared a national monument in 1962.
This is a very popular area to visit, with over 643,000 people coming there every year. Photographers, hikers, and backpackers, come in droves in the cooler months. There are over 400 types of plants, along with different types of grasses. Fauna includes snakes, deer mice, lizards, and there are over 200 types of birds, some of which are migratory.
Particularly interesting are the fossils which date back 225 million years.
This is a great place to plan a camping trip, either in a tent or an RV.

28. Horseshoe Bend

This is a very clear horse-shoe shaped bend in the Colorado River, near the town of Page.
It is very popular for hiking, in fact that is the only way to access the views of the bend. There is an access road which will take you most of the way, so good hiking boots are essential.
The summit for the best views is at 4,200 feet, and there is a drop of some 1,000 feet to the river.
The colours come from the minerals of the walls which are hematite, platinum, and garnet. Take your RV, or tent and stay a few days to explore the area and see the colours at different times of the day.

29. Kartchner Caverns

This is a state park located 9 miles south of the town of Benson. The caverns were discovered in 1974 by a group of hikers and cavers, and since then they have been a preserved site.

You will find the interiors made of limestone, and filled with amazing rock formations which date back 50,000 years. The caves are preserved and maintained to ensure they stay natural.
The town of Benson has plenty of places where you can stay overnight and so get an early start to the caves. You must book online as only a certain amount of people are allowed in at a time. This is not suitable for very young children.
Allow a half day to see the caves, and then look around the town and surrounding area.

30. Four Corners Monument

This is the area where four states meet, namely Arizona, Colorado, Utah, and New Mexico. It is the only place in the USA where four states meet.
While in the early days there was some confusion as to the exact spot, it has now become recognized as the ‘spot’.
This is one of the most unique spots in the area.
It will not take too long to see this, although it is worth spending some time in the area, as the Painted Desert is close by, along with Meteor Crater. There are places in the town where you can stay, or park an RV for a few days.

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