Canyon de Chelly National Monument, located within the Navajo Nation, features dramatic sandstone cliffs and ancient cliff dwellings. The monument offers a blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage, with ongoing Navajo habitation.

Casa Grande Ruins National Monument preserves the remains of a 14th-century Hohokam farming community in central Arizona. The site features a four-story "Great House" and an extensive network of canals, offering insights into ancient Sonoran Desert agriculture.

Chiricahua National Monument, located in southeastern Arizona, is renowned for its unique rock formations known as "hoodoos." The monument offers diverse hiking trails and is recognized as an International Dark Sky Park.

Coronado National Memorial, located in southeastern Arizona, commemorates the 1540 expedition of Francisco Vásquez de Coronado while showcasing the rugged beauty of the Huachuca Mountains and sweeping views into Mexico.

Fort Bowie National Historic Site preserves the remains of a 19th-century U.S. Army fort that played a pivotal role in the Apache Wars, set in a remote canyon of southeastern Arizona.

Glen Canyon National Recreation Area spans northern Arizona and southern Utah, protecting over 1.25 million acres of desert landscapes, canyons, and Lake Powell—a hub for boating, fishing, and outdoor adventure.

Grand Canyon National Park in northern Arizona protects one of the world’s most iconic natural wonders—a vast canyon carved by the Colorado River that reveals nearly 2 billion years of geologic history.

Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument is a remote and rugged area in northern Arizona, encompassing diverse landscapes and offering solitude for adventurers seeking off-the-grid experiences.

Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site in northeastern Arizona preserves the oldest continuously operating trading post on the Navajo Nation, established in 1878 as a center of commerce and cultural exchange.

Ironwood Forest National Monument is a 129,000-acre Sonoran Desert preserve in southern Arizona, featuring rugged mountains, rare desert plants, and diverse wildlife. Visitors can explore backcountry trails, view desert wildlife, and experience archaeological and cultural sites in a remote desert setting near Tucson.

Lake Mead National Recreation Area spans southern Nevada and northwestern Arizona, preserving desert landscapes, canyons, and lakes formed by Hoover and Davis Dams. It is the first designated national recreation area in the U.S. and offers year-round outdoor activities.

Montezuma Castle National Monument features well-preserved cliff dwellings built by the Sinagua people around 1100 CE. The site offers insights into prehistoric Southwestern cultures.

Navajo National Monument preserves ancient cliff dwellings built by the Ancestral Puebloans. The monument offers guided tours and hiking opportunities in a scenic canyon setting.

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve located in southern Arizona. The monument features unique desert landscapes and diverse ecosystems.

Petrified Forest National Park in northeastern Arizona protects one of the world’s largest and most colorful deposits of petrified wood, along with Painted Desert landscapes, fossils, and ancient cultural sites.

Pipe Spring National Monument in northern Arizona preserves a historic Mormon pioneer fort and oasis that sustained life in the desert, highlighting Native American, pioneer, and ranching history.

Saguaro National Park, located in southern Arizona, protects vast stands of the iconic giant saguaro cactus and preserves the Sonoran Desert ecosystem surrounding Tucson.

Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument, near Flagstaff, Arizona, preserves the site of a volcanic eruption that reshaped the landscape about 900 years ago, featuring lava flows, cinder fields, and unique geological formations.

Tonto National Monument in central Arizona preserves two well-preserved cliff dwellings built by the Salado people over 700 years ago. Set above the Sonoran Desert near Roosevelt Lake, the site offers striking views and insights into ancient desert life.

Tumacácori National Historical Park in southern Arizona preserves the ruins of three Spanish colonial missions, offering a glimpse into the cultural blending of Native American, Spanish, and Mexican traditions. The park highlights centuries of history along the Santa Cruz River.

Tuzigoot National Monument in central Arizona preserves a large hilltop pueblo built by the Sinagua people around 1000 years ago, offering panoramic views of the Verde Valley.

Walnut Canyon National Monument, located near Flagstaff, Arizona, preserves dramatic cliff dwellings built by the Sinagua people over 700 years ago. The monument protects a stunning canyon landscape and offers visitors a glimpse into both natural beauty and ancient history.

Wupatki National Monument is a 35,422-acre archaeological preserve in northern Arizona, featuring ancestral Puebloan pueblos built over 900 years ago. Visitors can explore ancient structures, learn about Native American history, and experience the high desert landscape near Flagstaff.