Arizona Sports & Outdoors

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Hiking/Biking   Sedona

Hiking/Biking, Sedona

 8 Reviews  Some tips to know before you venture out onto the trails: Make sure to inquire about trail conditions before you hike. Check with the Coconino National Forest Service rangers at (928) 282-4119 or... 

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Hiking   Grand Canyon

Hiking, Grand Canyon

 4 Reviews  If you want a special hike in the Grand Canyon, go in the winter. I was there around dec 16th and it was perfect. No crowds, very quit and nice sunny weather for pictures with the snow. There can be... 

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Hiking   Grand Canyon National Park

Hiking, Grand Canyon National Park

 4 Reviews  Some places you can't get to without hiking. So, if you are capable or capable of getting into shape, please try it. This shot is taken from the hike to Ribbon Falls, over halfway across the Grand... 

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Rock Climbing   Sedona

Rock Climbing, Sedona

 1 Review  The abundance of high red rock walls, cliffs and spires provide an almost unlimited number of climbing routes for technical rock and free climbers. Since many of these walls are made of sandstone,... 

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Reviews from VirtualTourist Members

Spring Training

by DueSer

This is probably the best thing about Arizona. A large majority of professional baseball teams have their Spring training facilities in the Phoenix area.This is SO much fun - make it a family road trip and head out there for Spring Break. Even just attending one game is a real different experience from attending a regular-season game. Those games keep you pretty far removed from the action. In Spring training, the stadiums are smaller, so you're closer to the game. Also, if you go early, and I mean several hours early (one o'clock game? get there at 9 or 10am), you can talk to the players as they head off to practice, then watch them practice, and chat to them again when they're heading back into the locker rooms. Especially for younger fans, this can be a life-changing experience. The players are relaxed and have the time to sign autographs - time they often don't have before a regular...

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America West Arena

by traveldave

Home of the National Basketball Association's Phoenix Suns and the National Hockey League's Phoenix Coyotes, America West Arena was completed in 1993. The arena's seating capacity is 19,023 for basketball and 16,210 for hockey.In addition to major league sports, America West Arena hosts minor league basketball and football games, and boxing matches. The arena is used for concerts and musical performances as well.

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Bank One Ballpark

by traveldave

Completed in 1998, Bank One Ballpark is the home of Major League Baseball's Arizona Diamondbacks. The most notable aspect of the 49,033-seat ballpark is its retractable roof, which protects fans and players from Phoenix's desert heat and summertime monsoon storms. The roof is constructed of 9,000,000 pounds (4,082,400 kilograms) of structural steel, and is designed to open and close in about four minutes with two 200-horsepower motors.

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hiking & backpacking are great sports!

by richiecdisc

Hiking and backpacking are great in the dry sunny Arizona climate but you need to be prepared for the elements which change dramatically depending on where in the state you are hiking. One thing you have to worry about everywhere in the sunny state is protecting your skin from ultraviolet rays. Along the same lines is the need to hydrate. It's very dry and you'll sweat out lots of minerals and water even though it might not feel like it. In desert areas, it may be hot during the day but it gets cold at night and in the Grand Canyon, temperatures between the rim and canyon floor are dramatic. Remember, it's over 5000 difference in the elevation. Carry the appropriate clothes. Good boots are a must whether in the desert or in the mountains. If you are going to backpack, bring a tent, good sleeping bags, sleeping pads, and a camp stove. As important as being prepared with gear is to be...

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Hiking at Chiricahua National Monument

by Basaic

There are over 17 miles of hiking trails in the Chiricahua National Monument. They range from short easy trails that are handicapped accessable, to difficult trails almost 10 miles long. The trails lead through magnificent rhyolite formations, forrests of juniper, oak, pine and fir trees, rolling meadows, and Bonita Creek. An abundance of wildlife can be seen as you hike. Some of the trails intersect; like you cannot get to the Inspiration Point Trail or the Heart of the Rocks Trail without hiking other trails first. Make sure you pick up a map when you pay your fee or at the Visitor's Center. So far I have hiked the following trails (and will add tips about these soon): Echo Canyon Trail; Hailstone Trail; Ed Riggs Trail; Bonita Canyon Trail; Silver Spur Meadow Trail; Massai Point Exhibit Trail; Massai Point Nature Trail; and the Sugarloaf Mountain Trail. For more information on these...

Bank One Ballpark

by DueSer

As stated on my main page, I don't really like Arizona. My one exception - there's always at least one exception - is the Major League ballpark in Phoenix. My goal is to visit every single one so of course I had to go to Phoenix on my quest but, I was pleasantly surprised.2008 is the 10th Anniversary of the expansion team, the Arizona Diamondbacks. Their stadium used to be called the Bank One Ballpark, or the BOB, but has since been renamed the boring title, "Chase Field." Boo! I loved the idea of there being a stadium named Bob. Oh, well.1) Arrival & DepartureThe stadium, whatever you call it, gets a 5 (on a scale of 1-5, 1 being hellish and 5 being heavenly). Normally, I cringe at the thought of a stadium being located in the downtown area of a large city, especially right next door to another large professional sports arena, but The Bob's location is perfectly planned. There is a very...

The Sidewinders

by morgandk

The Arizona Rattlers of the Arena Football League have been consistent winners since they started playing indoor football. One of the fan highlights of the game is the atsmosphere, especially the cheerleaders. Erica made the All AFL Dream Team and is a Phoenix native!

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Spring Training

by prvixen777

If you plan to visit AZ between January and May, you have a great opportunity to see a large number of MLB teams during their spring training sessions. Due to AZ's great weather during this season, a lot of teams choose to have training here...the Diamondbacks play in Tucson, the Oakland A's play in Tempe...the list goes on! This is a much better opportunity to meet the players, and get autographs

Take a hike!

by TracyG

There are so many hikes that you can do in Arizona, but, probably the best known ones are around the Grand Canyon. THe hike to the canyon floor is amazing and was definitley my favourite. It is very tough in summer if you go there and back in a day but is worth it. The other option is to hike around the rim - a much much easier option, but offers some equally spectacular views across the Canyon. Good worn in hikking boots/cross trainers will be fine and a water bottle is essential at any time of year.

These Boots Were Made for Hiking

by madamx

I thought where we lived had lots of premier hiking, but Arizona is right up there too, with tons of hiking trails. There's something for all abilities, ranging from the strenuous Grand Canyon trails to flat, desert trails, perfect for strolling.We never got a chance to hike in the Grand Canyon, due to snow, but enjoyed many desert trails and some hiking in Sedona. I urge you to hike while you are in Arizona; there's so much to see on trails, from ancient ruins to some interesting wildlife, to unforgettable scenery.

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Top 3 Hotels in Arizona

El Tovar Hotel Grand Canyon  Grand Canyon

 14 Reviews and 735 Opinions  El Tovar Hotel was built in 1905 and designed by Charles Whittlesey who was the Chief Architect for... 

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The Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa  Tucson

 6 Reviews and 762 Opinions  I have stayed here multiple times and always experience it the same way. Nice but not too nice.... 

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L'Auberge de Sedona  Sedona

 4 Reviews and 418 Opinions  My boyfriend and I stayed here last weekend, off season so the rate for a cabin was $250.00. It was... 

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Questions and Answers

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Q:  Are there any motels on Route 89 between Flagstaff and Cameron? 

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A: there are 50 miles far each other.. in the middle a gasoline station and (when I drove there) nothing else. at Cameron and Flagstaff there are motels 

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