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Sunrise Park Resort
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By far the most popular attraction in the White
Mountains. People from all around Arizona and
other states come to Sunrise Park Resort for
the great downhill skiing, x-country skiing,
snowmobiling and other winter activities available
at the resort. There are many levels of trails,
ranging from beginner to expert, however most
of the trails are for beginners and intermediate
skiers. Skiing lessons are available as is ski
rentals. The mountain also offers downhill ski
races and new for 97 the "Snowboard Park".
There's something for everyone at Sunrise Park
Resort. - McNary 800-772-7669
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| Salt River Canyon
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| Heading out of Phoenix
on U.S. 60 take a drive up the Salt River Canyon's
winding roads and be amazed at the scenic canyon
walls and mesas. In the summer when it's hot you
can stop off at the Salt River and go on a 6 hour
tubing trip. A very relaxing voyage though at
times it does get very crowded especially on the
weekends. |
| Lyman Lake State Park
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| The White Mountains
is the place to go in the summer if you want to
get away from the heat and Lyman Lake is a reason
to go. Lyman Lake (3 miles long) was formed in
1915 when the Little Colorado River was dammed
up for irrigation purposes. Since then the lake
has been a popular spot for fishing, boating and
swimming or just a place to get away and relax.
- St. Johns 520-337-4441 |
| Springerville Volcanic
Field |
| Over 700,000 years
ago twin volcanoes erupted and left behind much
of its remains. There are a couple routes you
can take to get a great view of the volcanic field.
The best spot would be atop Green's Peak, the
highest point of Springer Field. The Round Valley
Chamber of Commerce will be happy to supply you
with a driving tour brochure - Springerville 520-333-2123 |
| Petrified
Forest National Park |
| In 1984 fossils of
one of the oldest dinosaurs ever was discovered
at the 93,000 acre park, also other plant and
animal fossils discovered date back to the same
period some 225 million years ago. Also discovered
here on over 500 sites, were remains of ancient
human beings and many their artifacts. Petrified
tree trunks cover the grounds of the National
Park whose cells had fossilized some centuries
ago. There are many walking trails and a 28 mile
paved road for your exploration. - 520-524-6228 |
| Painted Desert
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| A land of colorful
plains, hills and mesas said to have formed many
years ago in the Triassic period. Although very
barren, the land is unlike anything you've ever
seen. Many parts of the Painted Desert resides
in the Petrified Forest National Park. The best
time to see the colors of the desert is right
around sunset. - 520-524-6228 |
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