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10 Spectacular Hidden Gems In Arizona That AreCompletely Free To VisitIf the best things in life are free, then we bet you are going to fall in love with the places on this list!You’ll find incredible views and fun experiences all for free at some of Arizona’s best hidden gems.Keep reading for details.
1. Grand Falls
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Sometimes referred to as Arizona’s chocolate falls, Grand Falls offers an impressive sight severaltimes each year. After the monsoons and snow melt, you’ll get to see roaring, milk chocolateesquewaters running in this remote location between Flagstaff and Leupp. And don’t forget to check outour article highlighting Grand Falls.
Location: Google Maps
2. Hackberry General Store
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Located in the teeny, tiny town of Hackberry, just off Route 66, you’ll find a relic of the recent past atthis gas station turned general store. Cars, souvenirs, and plenty of other collected items create aneccentric place that is worth the stop! Read more about it in our article about the Hackberry GeneralStore.
Location: Google Maps
3. Horseshoe Bend
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Aside from a humble sign and a dozen or so parked vehicles in a parking lot off Highway 89 fromPage, you can easily pass by this hidden gem. Here, you’ll get to see one fantastic view that isstriking both on camera and in person.
Location: Google Maps
4. Hubbell Trading Post
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Located on the Navajo Nation in Ganado, you’ll find this incredible historic trading post that dates to1878. A walk through the trading post, visitor center, and grounds is free but if you want to tour theHubbell House, just pay $5. You can read more about the trading post in one of our previousarticles.
Location: Google Maps
5. Lava River Cave
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This lava tube is more than 700,000 years old but you will be astounded at just how incredible thelava ripples along the cave walls still appear after all these centuries. Located off the road betweenFlagstaff and Valle, you’ll find this chilly cave is perfect for all the geology lovers in your party. Readmore about visiting Lava River Cave in this article.
Location: Google Maps
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6. Little Painted Desert County Park
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This little overlook offers some of the prettiest views you will ever lay your eyes on, all withouthaving to spend a dime (aside from gas money, that is). Enjoy a quiet environment and beautifulviews at this once park near Winslow. You can read more about it Google Maps
Location: in this article.
7. Navajo Code Talkers Exhibit
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A fast food joint is probably the last place you would expect to find a small museum exhibit but that’sexactly what you’ll find at this Burger King in Kayenta. The personal collection of this franchiseowner, the Navajo Code Talkers exhibit offers a side of history with your burger. Read more aboutthe exhibit in one of our previous articles.
Location: Google Maps
8. Rose Garden at Mesa Community College
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If you’re looking for a quiet place to walk during the cooler months, you will love visiting the RoseGarden at Mesa Community College in Mesa. Most people don’t realize this garden is home to over9,000 rose bushes, making it one of the largest in our part of the country. Read more about thegarden in this article.
Location: Google Maps
9. Roy Purcell Murals
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Chloride is one of the quirky desert towns out in Arizona’s rural regions that often gets passed up forbigger attractions. However, definitely make a stop in town to see these murals in the foothills of theCerbat Mountains. You can find details about visiting in one of our previous articles.
Location: Google Maps
10. St. Anthony’s Greek Orthodox Monastery
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This lovely monastery is located outside Florence in a quiet, rural desert setting. Here, you’ll find apeaceful area for walking, contemplation, and enjoying some beautiful art and architecture. Find outthe details you’ll need to visit the monastery at this link.
Location: Google Maps
Craving some food during your trip? Check out some of our favorite roadside dining options inThese 10 Roadside Restaurants In Arizona Are Worth Stopping For. You’re going to love them!
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Monica is a Diné freelance writer and the Arizona staff writer for Only In Your State. Shecurrently lives in Phoenix with her boyfriend and their herd of cats. You can reach her [email protected].
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