Arizona
"Ditat Deus"
Nickname
Grand Canyon State
Capital
Phoenix
Statehood
February 14, 1912 (48th)
Motto
Ditat Deus
Explore Arizona
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Top mountains
Signature peaks and elevation highlights.
Best hikes
Trail ideas from day hikes to overnighters.
State parks
Must-see parks and natural areas.
Road trip loops
Weekend-friendly scenic drives.
Waterfronts
Lakes, rivers, and coastal stops to visit.
Waterfalls & springs
Cool-down spots and photogenic falls.
Scenic overlooks
Pull-offs and vistas for quick views.
Camping spots
Easy campgrounds and dispersed sites.
Historic towns
Main streets, museums, and landmarks.
Family weekends
Low-stress itineraries with kids in mind.
Top universities
Best-known universities and colleges.
Top biggest cities
Largest metros and fast-growing hubs.
Top places to visit
Must-see destinations and attractions.
Top high schools
High-performing public and private schools.
Top cities
Beloved cities for living and visiting.
Basic information
Quick facts, nickname, capital, and region.
Geography
Landscapes, neighbors, and natural regions.
Economy
Key industries, employers, and growth drivers.
About Arizona
Arizona holds both the Grand Canyon and one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the country, a pairing that puts ancient desert geology and brand-new suburban sprawl within a few hours' drive of each other. Phoenix's summer heat and the state's high-elevation pine forests up north rarely get equal airtime, but both are genuinely part of the place.
The articles here cover that range directly, from the canyons and mountains to the cities built around them and the desert economy underneath it all.