Eastern Scenic Drives

Blue Range Loop

Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests, Alpine "It’s not how you start; it’s how you finish.” That’s the mantra of gym teachers and campaign consultants…
Northern Scenic Drives

Ash Fork to Williams

Kaibab National Forest, Williams Before there was the smooth, straight blacktop of Interstate 40 to ferry auto travelers across Northern Arizona,…
Northern Scenic Drives

Williamson Valley Road

Prescott to Seligman In many parts of the country, strip malls and subdivisions have crept into rural areas that contain treasured remnants of the…
Central Scenic Drives

Forest Road 618

Coconino National Forest, Verde Valley For most travelers, Interstate 17’s Exit 298 means the red rocks, aura readers and turquoise jewelers of…
Southern Scenic Drives

Saguaros and Mountains Loop

Saguaro National Park and Tucson Mountain Park Thanks to Old Tucson Studios, the Tucson Mountains have become synonymous with the Southwest, having…
Central Scenic Drives

Prescott to Crown King

EDITOR'S NOTE: Readers have reported that road conditions on this route have deteriorated since this story was published. A high-clearance, four-…
Western Scenic Drives

Route 66: Kingman to Topock

Black Mountains, Western Arizona The fuel pump is an underrated part of automotive history — and something we take for granted today. Early cars…
Central Scenic Drives

Oak Creek Canyon

Coconino National Forest, Sedona There’s a lot to do in Oak Creek Canyon, but beyond the resorts, hikes, campgrounds and other recreation spots, don…