Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Gates Pass is just west of Tucson. There are plenty of photo opportunities along the drive, including public spots where you can pull off the road and take photos. Take caution when driving this road. It is a two-lane drive and often a winding road. The best time to take photos is at sunset. You will want to come out at least one hour prior to sunset. This will provide you with ample time to find a parking spot, as many people will get here to watch the sunset over Gates Pass.
Gates Pass Road
Follow Speedway Blvd. going west; which turns into Gates Pass Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85743
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Sedona is known as Red Rock country because of the many rock monoliths that contain iron. According to Visit Sedona, one of the main attractions at Sedona is the city's vortexes. Sedona has four vortexes that contain energy that many spiritualists believe help aid in healing and meditation. Sedona is also home to many rock formations such as Bell Rock, Snoopy Rock and Cathedral Rock.
Sedona, AZ 86336
Coconino and Yavapai County
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The Grand Canyon has several accessible locations where you can gaze down into the canyon. If you want to see the canyon while hovering over it, you can venture onto the Skywalk located at Grand Canyon West. However, you will need to purchase tickets a day in advance. Tickets for the Skywalk are $35 to $43.
Grand Canyon National Park
P.O. Box 129
Grand Canyon, AZ 86023
928-638-7888
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Kartchner Caverns is a vast underground cavern located at the bottom of the Whetstone Mountains. Located in the Throne Room is a column known as the Kubla Khan. According to Wild Arizona, this column is 58 feet high. If you visit Kartchner Caverns, make reservations in advance as tour spots fill up quickly.
Kartchner Caverns
Highway 90
9 miles south of Interstate 10
Benson, AZ 85602
520-586-2283
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Tombstone is an Arizona landmark, as the town is an example of America's western heritage. The town is infamous for the shooting that took place at the O.K. Cofral. If you're a history buff, the O.K. Cofral offers a walk that allows you to see the area as it looked during the 1800s. There are also gunfights and ghost tours.
O.K. Corral
P.O. Box 367
Tombstone, AZ 85638
520-457-3456
ok-corral.com