Despite its sometimes formidable heat and rugged desert conditions, Arizona is home to many of the nation's top spots for outdoor adventures. From the deep red chasms of the Grand Canyon to the ...

But as I round the final bend into the 1,677-acre wonder of River Island State Park, the dusty road gives way to a sight that stops me in my tracks. There it is: a perfect, sandy cove kissed by the ...

Although the Grand Canyon is the shining jewel in Arizona, if you've "been there, done that," there are a number of fabulous national forests and state parks that see fewer crowds and fabulous ...