By Arizona State Parks and Trails.
With diverse landscapes from the Sonoran Desert to the red rocks of Sedona and the banks of the Colorado River, there are so many Arizona adventures waiting for you. Luckily, Arizona State Parks & Trails has parks located throughout the state to showcase the amazing wonders that make Arizona unlike any other!
Winter camping possibilities abound in your lower elevation parks. Lost Dutchman, Picacho, and Catalina state parks are typically mild even throughout the depths of winter and have abundant camping, hiking, and exploring space in which to appreciate the natural world around you.
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Patagonia Lake State Park in southern Arizona experiences relatively mild winter temperatures, as well, has beautiful campgrounds and offers the chance of catching some delicious rainbow trout for dinner. Nestled in the mountains of Santa Cruz County, this beautiful lakeside property has camping, boat-in campsites, boating, swimming and amazing trails – all year-round. Stop by the adjacent Sonoita Creek State Natural Area to continue your hikes or catch sight of some of the amazing birds in the area. This time of year, you can expect myriad bird life in these desert parks. Both resident and migrating species will adorn the trees and sky for your visual and auditory pleasure.
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For an experience in the northern part of the state, check out Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area in Show Low. Water activities abound among the tall pines at a cool, nearly two kilometre (6,300 ft) elevation, and with more than 120 campsites available, you're sure to have a great adventure. You can also check out Lyman Lake State Park, with 1,200 beautiful acres to explore, plus boating, water-skiing, fishing, hiking, and camping.
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Head west to Alamo Lake State Park to get away from it all in a scenic river valley near a crystal-clear lake. Cabins and campsites are available in this relaxing park where you can fish, enjoy the night sky, hike, or head out on the water for the day. This park is also famous for its amazing off-highway vehicle trails.
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The desert country of western Arizona is very inviting this time of year. The parks along the Colorado River (Cattail Cove, Lake Havasu, River Island and Buckskin Mountain) have a ton to offer campers and lovers of the outdoors. Lake and river life doesn't have to be reserved for just the spring and summer. The rhythmic flow of waves subtly caressing the beach will remind you of a desert lullaby as they wash your stress downstream.
To find your perfect park destination, visit AZStateParks.com!
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