Ramsey Canyon Preserve
Located within the San Pedro River Basin and flanked by the Huachuca Mountains, Nature Conservancy describes Ramsey Canyon Preserve as an “ecological crossroads” serving as a stepping stone between the Rocky Mountains and the Chihuahuan desert. Guided walks of the preserve are available through November where visitors can try to spot one of the over 170 types of birds seen within the canyon’s walls. (INFO)
Verde Valley
Get the most out of a visit to Verde Valley by camping in Dead Horse Ranch State Park in Cottonwood, Arizona. Experience Arizona’s fall colors through the Canopy Trail or Verde River Greenway or join a four-hour “Fall Colors Tour” offered by the Verde Canyon Railroad during the months of October and November. (INFO)
West Fork Of Oak Creek
Experience fall in Arizona with a visit to West Fork, a narrow, tree-filled canyon following Oak Creek about a 10-minute drive from downtown Sedona. The West Fork Trail is one of Arizona’s most-popular and most-photographed trails. (INFO)
The White Mountains
The White Mountains offer one of the earliest glimpses of color in the state due to their elevation of 11,000 feet. To catch fall colors, visit the White Mountains during the first three weeks of October. For a scenic overview, take a drive from Greer to Sunrise Park Resort. (INFO)