Whether you're looking for scenic drives, hiking trails or unique geological formations, several national parks within a few hours’ drive of Phoenix.

Visiting the national parks near Phoenix is a must-do activity for anyone looking to experience Arizona’s natural beauty and rich history.

The Grand Canyon is just a few hours from Phoenix.

Saguaro National Park is just outside Tucson, about a 2 hours drive.

The Petrified Forest is home to one of the world’s largest and most colorful concentrations of petrified wood and various other geological wonders and ancient cultural sites.

There are also several national monuments near Phoenix.

Montezuma Castle is one of them.

Organ Pipe Cactus is another.

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